Dog walks in Old Town, Chicago

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Old Town, you'll find 16 parks covering about 1,030 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 1.6 miles of named walking paths.

16Parks nearby

1,030Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

1.6Trail miles

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

Parks near Old Town

Lincoln (Abraham) Park1,071 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Park No. 5985 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash areaLeashed dogs welcome
Seward Park8.8 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Stanton Park6.2 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
City Farm Park1.6 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Washington Square2.8 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Durso Park1.6 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Jesse White Park1.5 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Old Town

Dog Park at Park No. 5980.22 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 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 Trail0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Lincoln Park Fitness Course0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
North River Walk0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Riverwalk0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
North Avenue Access Path0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
North Howe Street0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

3 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.

Old Town dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Old Town?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Old Town are Lincoln (Abraham) Park (1,071 acres), Park No. 598 (5 acres) and Seward Park (8.8 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 Old Town?

Yes. Dog Park at Park No. 598 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.