Chicago, Illinois dog park

Belmont Harbor Dog Beach in Chicago, Illinois

Belmont Avenue and Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60614

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Listed park features

Amenities at a glance

Feature status is pulled from the current dog park record.

No waterNo

No parkingNo

Off-leash availableAvailable

No gated entryNo

No benchesNo

No separate areasNo

About this dog park

What to expect

Belmont Harbor Dog Beach is a compact, fenced off-leash dog beach at the north end of Belmont Harbor in Chicago. The Chicago Park District lists this Dog Friendly Area at approximately 0.15 acre, with a sandy shoreline where permitted dogs can enter the harbor water.

Dogs playing in the shallow harbor water and on the sandy shore at Belmont Harbor Dog Beach in Chicago — Belmont Harbor Dog Beach. Photo by vxla, licensed under CC BY 2.0.

Belmont Harbor Dog Beach Quick Details

Park type: designated off-leash dog beach
Size: approximately 0.15 acre
Enclosure: fenced and gated designated dog area
Surface: sand with direct harbor-water access
Permit: current Chicago Dog Friendly Area permit and tag required
Location: east of Lake Shore Drive at the north end of Belmont Harbor

What to Expect at Belmont Harbor Dog Beach

This is a small urban dog beach rather than a large grass dog park. Its harbor setting makes it a useful choice for dogs that enjoy shallow-water play and for owners combining a dog-park visit with a lakefront walk. Because the fenced beach has a compact footprint, supervise dogs closely around the entrance, shoreline, and other visitors.

The sandy surface and water conditions can change with weather, maintenance, lake levels, and water-quality advisories. Bring drinking water for your dog and check current conditions before traveling.

Chicago Dog Beach Permit and Rules

Chicago requires dogs using designated Dog Friendly Areas to have a current permit and tag. Keep dogs leashed outside the designated enclosure, remove waste, supervise play, and follow every rule posted at the entrance. The Park District may temporarily limit access because of maintenance, weather, shoreline conditions, or water quality.

Location and Official Updates

The Chicago Park District describes the site as east of Lake Shore Drive at the north end of Belmont Harbor, near Belmont Avenue. Use the map and directions section below to plan your approach, but confirm the active public entrance on arrival.

Before visiting, check the official Belmont Harbor Dog Friendly Area page and the Chicago Dog Friendly Areas rules. Details were last verified on August 4, 2026.

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Safe, considerate visits

Rules and safety

Keep your dog supervised, follow posted leash and access rules, clean up after your pet, and leave if play becomes unsafe. Conditions, closures, and posted rules can change, so check the park entrance before settling in.

Location and directions

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Belmont Avenue and Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60614

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Quick checklist

Before you go

✓ Confirm current hours — Hours are not yet populated in the directory, so check posted information before visiting.

Bring your own water — This park is marked as having no water. Pack enough water and a bowl for your dog.

Plan another way to arrive — This park is marked as having no parking. Check nearby street or public parking before you leave.

Off-leash use is listed — Use the posted off-leash area and keep a leash ready for entry and exit.

No gated entry — This park is marked as not gated. Keep your dog leashed until you confirm the boundary.

Bring a portable seat if needed — This park is marked as having no benches. Plan to stand or bring a portable seat if useful.

One shared dog area — This park is marked as having no separate size areas. Check the current dog mix before entering.

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What to know before you go

Confirm the entrance — Belmont Avenue and Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60614

✓ Confirm current hours — Hours are not yet populated in the directory, so check posted information before visiting.

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