Dog walking in Island Lake

Carriage Hill

Carriage Hill is a residential development located just east of the lake. There's a loop here with a sidewalk where you and Fido can stretch your legs. If you'd like to change your venue, check out Greenleaf Woods in the center of the development. This undeveloped parcel of land is great for a little hike with your pup. You can also head to Eastway Park to enjoy a picnic with your fur baby. Dogs are permitted in designated parts of the park, provided that you keep them on a leash and under your control. Bring waste bags with you to clean up any droppings.

Southern Terrace

The Southern Terrace neighborhood is located along the southern shore of Island Lake. Here, you and Fido can take a walk around the block together. If you're looking for some open space by the water, head around the corner to Veterans Park off Island Drive. This lakeside facility has some grassy lawn where you and Fido can play ball together. Take a stroll with your canine pal by the water or hike on the paved pathway that cuts through the park. Dogs on a leash are welcome to accompany you in designated areas. Remember to clean up your pup's waste when visiting.

Walnut Glen

Walnut Glen is a residential development on the northern edge of Island Lake. This lane has a paved pathway that you can use to walk through the neighborhood with fido. For a pawtastic outdoor adventure, head west about 2.4 miles to Moraine Hills State Park. This expansive facility has over ten miles of trails through scenic areas. Go hiking along ridges and wooded hills or through the marshes and bogs with your special pal. Dogs are welcome to accompany you in designated areas of the park as long as you keep them on a leash and clean up after them.

Maple Ridge Park

The neighborhood around Maple Ridge Park is a residential area with single-family homes, a school, and a few community parks. The streets here have sidewalks that offer a safe place to go strolling with Spot. To enjoy a meal outdoors with your fur baby, head to Maple Ridge Park. This small facility has some open space, a playground, and a picnic area. Play a little ball or frisbee in the field with your special pal. You can bring dogs to designated parts of the park as long as they're on a leash and under your control. Bring waste bags with you.

Southhampton

In the neighborhood around Southhampton Drive, there are private residences located near a lake and preserve. You can walk your four-footed pal along the sidewalk in this area. If you'd like to stretch your legs in a park setting, head south about 1.3 miles to Fox Trail Park in Port Barrington. This facility has some open field, wooded space, and a walking trail that winds through the park. Enjoy hiking through green space with your canine companion. You can bring dogs on a leash that's no longer than six feet, provided they're under your control. Remember to clean up any droppings.