Dog walks in Northalsted, Chicago

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Northalsted, you'll find 10 parks covering about 1,006 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 1.5 miles of named walking paths.

10Parks nearby

1,006Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

1.5Trail miles

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

Parks near Northalsted

Lincoln (Abraham) Park1,071 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Gill Park2.3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
John Kelly Park1.3 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Gallagher Way0.7 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Advocate Park0.4 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Evergreen Park0.1 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Martin Park0.1 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Kenmore Park0.1 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Northalsted

Belmont Harbor Dog Beach0.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 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

Lakefront Trail1.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Kelly Park Path0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk
Addison Street Access Path0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

5 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
1 mapped dog waste station along the way.
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.

Northalsted dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Northalsted?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Northalsted are Lincoln (Abraham) Park (1,071 acres), Gill Park (2.3 acres) and John Kelly Park (1.3 acres). For a longer walk, try the Lakefront Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Northalsted?

Yes. Belmont Harbor Dog Beach is about 0.5 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.