Dog walks in Near West Side, Chicago

The parks, off-leash dog areas, and trails within about a 15-minute walk of central Near West Side.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Near West Side, you'll find 14 parks covering about 47 acres and 1 off-leash dog area.

14Parks nearby

47Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

0.2Trail miles

Map of parks, dog areas, and walking paths within about a 15-minute walk of Near West Side, Chicago — Neighborhood center Parks Dog areas Walking paths Water fountains ~15-minute walk

Parks near Near West Side

Union Park14 acres · 0.2 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in Maps
Skinner Park11 acres · 0.1 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in Maps
Arrigo Park7.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Touhy-Herbert Park4.3 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Harrison Square2.4 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Park No. 5782.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Garibaldi Park2.3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Global Covid=19 Memorial Park1.4 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Near West Side

Park No. 5690.4 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash hours and rules vary by park. Always check the posted signs before letting your dog off leash.

Walking paths and trails

South Hermitage Avenue0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

6 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
Chicago winters are cold and windy, with salted sidewalks, and summer days can turn hot and humid. The Chicago Park District runs designated Dog Friendly Areas for off-leash play. Everywhere else, keep dogs leashed.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog, check if it's too hot or too cold.

Near West Side dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Near West Side?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Near West Side are Union Park (14 acres), Skinner Park (11 acres) and Arrigo Park (7.1 acres). For a longer walk, try the South Hermitage Avenue. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Near West Side?

Yes. Park No. 569 is about 0.3 miles from the neighborhood center. Check posted hours and rules before you go.

Park, trail, and amenity data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), as of September 18, 2026. Distances are straight-line from the neighborhood's center point, so actual walking routes are a little longer. Parks marked as closed to dogs in OpenStreetMap are left out, but rules change, so follow posted signs.