Fox River Bluff West Forest Preserve
About the Park
This preserve features off-leash trails through wooded areas and prairie grasslands with direct Fox River access. A paved main path accommodates easier routes, while crushed limestone and boardwalk sections provide additional terrain options. The Red Gate Bridge is a notable landmark. The off-leash area lacks clear signage from the main parking area, and owners should expect to encounter many off-leash dogs throughout the preserve.
Visitors Like
- Off-leash trails with river swimming access
- Red Gate Bridge landmark
- Multiple trail types—paved, boardwalk, nature paths
- Beautiful wooded and prairie scenery
Worth Noting
- No poop bags provided on-site
- Tick exposure reported
- Off-leash area unmarked and difficult to locate
- High density of off-leash dogs
Park Gallery
Google Reviews
242 reviews
gerald holan
32 reviewsBring Poop Bags ! None on site and yet the signs are. Doggie pickup bags are available at other parks. Il State law requires owners to carry bags w...
Joy Davidson
56 reviewsGreat off-leash dog park - I can't say enough good things about it.
Korbin Arnold
30 reviewsPlease go here! Very dog friendly, beautiful natural scenery, and Red Gate Bridge is a beauty all its own!
bragano9
10 reviewsDon’t live in area, but won’t be back. Major tick exposure for us and we stayed on the trail.
Greg Leuthold
153 reviewsPuppy loves it
Lynn
4 reviewsVery nice area to take your dog. Or just to go for a walk and bike ride by yourself! Definitely worth checking out if you love nature! Another nice pl...
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