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Gillson Dog Beach – fully fenced dog park in Wilmette, IL

Gillson Dog Beach

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4.2 / 5 Rating

About the Park

AI Summary

Gillson Dog Beach offers off-leash swimming in Lake Michigan with scenic views and generally clean conditions. The beach is typically peaceful and not heavily crowded. Access requires a permit for the off-leash dog area, with separate fees for beach entry and parking; parking is restricted to residents or requires street parking some distance away.

Visitors Like

  • Beautiful Lake Michigan views
  • Clean, peaceful beach
  • Off-leash dog swimming
  • Good for dog socialization

Worth Noting

  • Permit required for off-leash area
  • Multiple fees: permit, beach entry, parking
  • Significant non-resident permit costs
  • Parking challenges for non-residents

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Gillson Dog Beach – fully fenced dog park in Wilmette, IL
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Google Reviews

4.2

158 reviews

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Tyler Williams
Tyler Williams
106 reviews
2 weeks ago

Nice and cute dogs

Nicholas Bono
Nicholas Bono
92 reviews
a month ago

This place sounds awful, no thanks.

Harvey Stebbins
Harvey Stebbins
4 reviews
2 months ago

I went there with Ryrie and Bella. We had a nice time.

rafal tota
rafal tota
7 reviews
10 months ago

Super fun for my bulldogs!

Asta Kazlauskiene
Asta Kazlauskiene
17 reviews
11 months ago

not for everyone

AP
AP
66 reviews
11 months ago

You have to pay to park, use the beach, and even pay for a permit for your dog.

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FEATURES

Fenced Area
Water Available
Off-Leash
Shade Available
Separate Dog Areas

AMENITIES

Parking Lot
Trash Cans
Benches/Seating

TERRAIN

Lighting

PARKING
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Park Summary

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State IL
City / County Wilmette
Enclosure Fence Fully Secure
Community Rating 4.2 ★
Dog Access Off-Leash Area

Opening Hours

SundayOpen 24 hours
MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
Friday(Today)Open 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
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