Dog walks in Venice, Los Angeles

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Venice, you'll find 12 parks covering about 18 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 4.8 miles of named walking paths.

12Parks nearby

18Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

4.8Trail miles

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

Parks near Venice

Oakwood Recreation Center3.6 acres · 0.1 mi (about 2 min walk) · Open in Maps
Marine Park6.8 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Venice Beach Boardwalk6.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Ozone Park0.7 acres · 0.5 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Marco Place Parkway0.3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Nowita Triangle0.1 acres · 0.4 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Pollinator Corridor0.1 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Crescent Place Triangle0.1 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Venice

Westminster Dog Park0.84 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 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

Ocean Front Walk0.7 mi within a 15-minute walk
Venice Beach Bike Path0.7 mi within a 15-minute walk
Carroll Canal Walk0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Nowita Place0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Marco Place0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Amoroso Place0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

5 mapped drinking fountains nearby, 1 with a dog bowl or dog-level spout. Still bring water on warm days.
Los Angeles is warm and sunny most of the year, and summer pavement heats up fast, so early-morning and evening walks are the safest bet. Outside designated dog parks, dogs need to be leashed in public spaces.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog, check if it's too hot.

Venice dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Venice?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Venice are Oakwood Recreation Center (3.6 acres), Marine Park (6.8 acres) and Venice Beach Boardwalk (6.1 acres). For a longer walk, try the Ocean Front Walk. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Venice?

Yes. Westminster Dog Park is about 0.5 miles from the neighborhood center. 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.