Dog walks in Fairmount, Philadelphia

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Fairmount, you'll find 17 parks covering about 1,740 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 4.3 miles of named walking paths.

17Parks nearby

1,740Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

4.3Trail miles

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

Parks near Fairmount

West Fairmount Park1,268 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
East Fairmount Park619 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
Benjamin Franklin Parkway88 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Schuylkill Banks9.5 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Eakins Oval7.8 acres · 0.5 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Athletic Square4.6 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Glendinning Rock Garden2.8 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Francisville Playground3.2 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Fairmount

The Boozy Mutt0.11 acres · 0.1 mi (about 1 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

Schuylkill River Trail1.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Martin Luther King Junior Drive Trail1.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
West Bank Greenway1 mi within a 15-minute walk
Lemon Trail0.7 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

3 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
Philadelphia summers are hot and humid, and winters bring cold snaps and salted sidewalks. Off-leash play belongs in designated dog parks. Everywhere else, keep dogs leashed.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog, check if it's too hot or too cold.

Fairmount dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Fairmount?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Fairmount are West Fairmount Park (1,268 acres), East Fairmount Park (619 acres) and Benjamin Franklin Parkway (88 acres). For a longer walk, try the Schuylkill River Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Fairmount?

Yes. The Boozy Mutt is about 0.1 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.