Dog walks in Union Station, Denver

The parks, off-leash dog areas, and trails within about a 15-minute walk of central Union Station.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Union Station, you'll find 20 parks covering about 81 acres, 2 off-leash dog areas, and 3.1 miles of named walking paths.

20Parks nearby

81Acres of parks

2Off-leash areas

3.1Trail miles

Map of parks, dog areas, and walking paths within about a 15-minute walk of Union Station, Denver — Neighborhood center Parks Dog areas Walking paths Water fountains ~15-minute walk

Parks near Union Station

City of Cuernavaca Park25 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Commons Park18 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
Skyline Park3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Platte River at Elitch Gardens Park11 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Speer Boulevard Park4 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Fishback Landing Park4.8 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Confluence Park3.2 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Confluence East Park1.6 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Union Station

Denver Beer Co.0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Skyline Park dog area0.12 acres · 0.5 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash hours and rules vary by park. Always check the posted signs before letting your dog off leash.

Walking paths and trails

Platte River Trail1.1 mi within a 15-minute walk
South Platte River Trail1 mi within a 15-minute walk
South Platte Trail East0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
Cherry Creek Trail0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

4 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
3 mapped dog waste stations along the way.
Denver is sunny and dry, with big temperature swings and snow that can arrive in spring or fall. Strong sun and thin, dry air mean dogs dehydrate faster, so carry water. Off-leash play belongs in designated dog parks.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog, check if it's too hot or too cold.

Union Station dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Union Station?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Union Station are City of Cuernavaca Park (25 acres), Commons Park (18 acres) and Skyline Park (3 acres). For a longer walk, try the Platte River Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Union Station?

Yes. Denver Beer Co. is about 0.4 miles from the neighborhood center, and 1 more off-leash area is within a 15-minute walk. Check posted hours and rules before you go.

Park, trail, and amenity data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), as of September 18, 2026. Distances are straight-line from the neighborhood's center point, so actual walking routes are a little longer. Parks marked as closed to dogs in OpenStreetMap are left out, but rules change, so follow posted signs.