Fetch your bags.
Let’s be honest with ourselves: leaving your dog behind when you travel feels like emotional sabotage. Those big, puppy dog eyes? That head tilt? It’s too much. So, instead of breaking both your hearts, bring your BFF (best furry friend) with you, because Beloit has two pet friendly hotels located right downtown: Ironworks Hotel and Hotel Goodwin that guarantee to spoil your dog.
It doesn’t matter the reason you’re in Beloit, work, play or a little bit of both, your pup can have a trip worth barking about.
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
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Patio hop without the guilt. Lucy's #7, Bushel & Peck's, and Henry Dorrbaker's all welcome dogs, and they're within walking distance of both hotels. Catch live music on Dorrbaker's patio on summer Saturday nights.
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Friday night at Riverside Park. Music at Harry's Place, food trucks for you, a waterfront trail and premium sniffing for them.
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Hike Big Hill Park. Pack lunch downtown, hit the trails, and climb to the scenic overlook. Built-in photo op included.
Bone Appétit
Beloit has plenty of places within walking distance where your dog can join you without anyone giving the “is that seat taken?” look.
Grab a smash burger and a Wisconsin brew at Lucy’s #7 Burger Bar, treat yourself to Bagels & More’s delicious bagels and sandwiches, enjoy a cozy weekend brunch at Bushel & Peck’s, or head to Henry Dorrbaker's Pub & Play. Just a short walk from both downtown hotels, its dog friendly patio is a great place to catch live music on summer Saturday evenings with your pup by your side. You can also take a short drive to The Rock Bar & Grill and enjoy their patio with your pup while taking in the river views.
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Want a treat? Swing by Flying Pig for something sweet or grab a specialty drink from Blue Collar Coffee Co.
Sharing is optional, but your dog will definitely convince you to.
Paws & Recreation
Trails, tennis balls and tail wags.
Riverside Park is basically a dog’s dream come true. There’s a waterfront walking trail, tons of green space for zoomies, picnics or sunbathing sessions. Visit on a summer Friday night and check out Music at Harry’s Place, plus food trucks for you and premium sniffing opportunities for your dog.
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If your pup needs to unleash more energy, the Beloit Dog Park is the place to go. Let them run, play and socialize. And yes, bring a tennis ball. Do you even need to ask?
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Big Hill Park is perfect for a hike-and-snack kind of day. Pack lunch from your favorite downtown spot, take a quick drive, hit the trails and climb up to the scenic overlook for the best views. Bonus, you have the cutest subject for photos right with you.
Sit, Stay, Sleep
Ironworks Hotel and Hotel Goodwin are the places to stay. Everyone, including your four-legged travel buddy, deserves a comfy place to end a big day of exploration. Your dog will head home with a wagging tail and some stylish amenities as souvenirs of their big adventure. Fair warning: they may sleep the entire way home and possibly the next day.
Beloit can’t wait to see what you and your pup get into here!