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Great space for all! Two fenced in play areas; one is more of a grassy long "run" and the other is a large dirt lot. The lot opens up to a wooded area with numerous paths. The wooded area itself has a fence, so if your pup runs off, they will be self contained. The fence is carefully hidden amongst the trees, but, it's there. Then, if you leave the dog area totally, there are several grassy paths around the perimeter of the whole park. I believe in this area, your dog must be on a leash. All parts are very well cared for and a great time for all sizes and types of dogs. There are outside restroom facilities as well (pit toilets) and they are clean. My only criticism is the small number of parking spaces, but people parked on the side of the inner road and it seemed to work fine.
Genevieve _RHGenevieve _RH
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It really is an amazing place, the only unfortunate thing about a free public dog park is that ANYONE can come. I no longer bring my Pom/Yorkie mix because of the encounters I’ve had and seen with aggressive dogs. I bring my border collie every now and then and she loves it! Just be cautious, and recognize dominant and aggressive behavior in dogs so you can stop anything from happening before it happens. Also, there is no guarantee that dogs are vaccinated so I wouldn’t be surprised if a dog with bordetella or parvo was taken here. If you want a place to take your dog that guarantees all dogs are vaccinated I recommend K9 dog park in Schaumburg.
kaylyn tkaylyn t
40
Easily the best dog park around with the fenced in forest at the back. 2 gate entrance, water available on site during warmer months, usually plenty of dogs to play with (with its own benefits and risks, but the vast majority of owners are responsible and monitor their dogs for behavior issues). Long isolated dog run for introducing dogs new to playing with stranger dogs. Owners picking up after their dog seems to be hit and miss, but that's the same issue at any park. Again, the majority of owners are responsible and it's an overall very clean and friendly dog park.
Russell McCarrelRussell McCarrel
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We love this dog park. We have an 80 pound Bernedoodle and she is right in the middle of the pack in regards to size here. We’ve never had a problem with dogs biting or anything like that. They also have a trail that you can walk through the woods with your dog off the leash it’s all still fenced in which is so fun! Our dog loves coming here and running around. I don’t see a lot of smaller dogs here, but I think they’d be welcomed. Although there are a lot of bigger dogs.
Christopher DrenthChristopher Drenth
20
Favorite dog-friendly forest preserve. Includes large, wooded and fenced area for dogs to roam and socialize as well as beautiful prairie trails looping the larger unfenced section of the park--perfect for running a well-trained dog off-lead. Rolling hills, great view all times of the year. Picnic pavilion on-site. Outer trail loop takes about 20 minutes to walk whole perimeter. Breathe in the fresh air and connect with nature while exercising your pup.
Tanya MillerTanya Miller
10
What an amazing area! The dog park was good (we were in the smaller of two areas), but the walking trails were fantastic! Well manicured and beautiful views and plants/flowers to see along the way. Unfortunately, our dogs each came home with a few ticks each, but I guess that is to be expected this time of year and we found early before they embedded. Use a good tick prevention if going here on dogs and wear pants and shoes for the humans.
Christine LankenChristine Lanken
20
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16N690 Sleepy Hollow Rd, West Dundee, IL 60118
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