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Montrose Dog Beach
Dog Park and Beach
Uptown, Chicago
"The fencing may be down in places, so keep an eye on your dog."(5 Tips)
"Fun, clean and friendly!"(3 Tips)
"Lots of dogs without Dog Friendly Area tags."(2 Tips)
"... beach - even if it's crowded. Please don't set up tents/grills here."(2 Tips)
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Kaitlyn SassAugust 22, 2013I LOVE coming here and so does my dog! My only complaint is the people who come without dogs to lay out and then give you a dirty look when your pooch kicks sand on them. It's a dog beach!!
Clean up after your self and your dogs. No fireworks please and no food in the fenced in area. Thank you
Such a good place to bring the dogs. Always fun and for the most part all the other people and dogs are too!
Shannon JeropkeOctober 21, 2021You need a Chicago Park district dog tag to user Chicago dog parks. You can get one for $10 from an approved veterinarian https://www.chicagoparkdistrict.com/parks-facilities/dog-friendly-areas
Ashley NicoleApril 19, 2013Wavefront Music Festival is a three-day electronic dance music festival returning to Chicago's Montrose Beach on July 5th, 6th, & 7th, 2013. CHECK US OUT online - www.wantickets.com/MaverickWilliams Read more
- Feel free to remind people that this is a DOG beach. If you don't want dogs chasing your soccer ball/frisbee go to the human beach - even if it's crowded. Please don't set up tents/grills here.
Will MossAugust 7, 2014Great place to let the dogs out. Everyone is dog friendly, but come prepared to get wet from all the dog shaking.
So much fun and so beautiful. Prepare to get wet as dogs splash by and shake off!
Jeff BeckAugust 6, 2014Be careful if your dog is a runner (the beach is not 100% fence in), but it's a great dog beach
Dana JensenMay 30, 2015Remarkably clean for a dog beach. All fenced off. Free parking nearby. So. Many. Dogs.
Remember: food is actually NOT allowed in the dog beach area, not human or dog food. It's not a question of tempting dogs vs. controlling them -- it is simply against the park's rules! Check the link. Read more- Pedigree BrandNovember 10, 2011A very large stretch of beach that can get crowded on weekends. The fencing may be down in places, so keep an eye on your dog.
Lisa WMay 13, 2012DOG BEACH! The best. If you need an adorable puppy fix (especially if you don't own a pup) go here.
Jane W.July 7, 2012Bring a lawn chair or plan to get dogs throwing sand in your face. What happens at the dog beach stays at the dog beach.- I WALK DOGS ChicagoJune 30, 2014I WALK DOGS CHICAGO (Dog Walking and Overnight Care) on the North Side of Chicago check out our website at:
Don't bring human food. If you do, be ware. Dogs may eat it! :)
Jake SmithApril 16, 2013Come down here if you need a little joy in your life. Nothing quite like the sight of dogs having a great time together.
- ManbqueMarch 6, 2011Avoid the weekends in the summer. Lots of dogs without Dog Friendly Area tags. Plus it's packed.
Go early on weekends. The afternoon group of owners don't take responsibility for their dogs.
Ally D.August 7, 2011Awesome place for your dog to enjoy your company and play with other dogs.. To bad some owners can't control their dogs aggressiveness..
Jon PliskeAugust 19, 2013While they do all have medical degrees, refrain from asking the dog-ters for medical advice while they are relaxing.- Craig VodnikSeptember 6, 2015I heard the Ron Mexico hangs out here in disguise during football weekends.
- Clean-ups are the third Tuesday of the month, starting this Tuesday! 4-5.
Dogs will steal your dogs toys. Some will be nice to bring it back. Smile.
Kim TranchitaJuly 31, 2011Don't put anything on the ground (blanket, chair) it will get peed on. No water pooping. No aggressive or unsocialized dogs! Watch your dogs, be safe.
Garlanda Freeze-PuzioJune 23, 2013I set up a tent and don't mind when other friendlies join us. Don't hate!
DON'T BRING FOOD. Or be prepared to pay the consequences
United Latino PrideJune 2, 2012Join us Sunday June 10 for United Latino Pride's Doggie Day At The Beach!! Read more
only go during the week, weekends are a nightmare for parking and personal space
Get ball, throw into water. Have dog retrieve it. Enjoy the moment. Repeat.
SaraMarch 17, 2010Take the pups to play at the beach, but dress warm: it feels 20 degrees cooler at the lakefront.
Dogs are dogs. Don't get pissed when they piss on your stuff.
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Montrose Dog Beach
4400 N. Lake Shore Dr. (btwn Lawrence & Wilson)
Chicago, IL 60660
United States
Chicago, IL 60660
United States
At: Montrose Beach
North end of Montrose Beach. Requires DFA tag and permit to enter
Closed until 6:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 6:00 AM–11:00 PM
(773) 599-1666
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