Dog walks in Francisville, Philadelphia

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Francisville, you'll find 15 parks covering about 734 acres and 2 off-leash dog areas.

15Parks nearby

734Acres of parks

2Off-leash areas

0.1Trail miles

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

Parks near Francisville

East Fairmount Park619 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Benjamin Franklin Parkway88 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Francisville Playground3.2 acres · 0.1 mi (about 2 min walk) · Open in Maps
Eakins Oval7.8 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Clemente Park & Playground2 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Athletic Square4.6 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center4.7 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Matthias Baldwin Park2.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Francisville

Green St Dog Park0.26 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
The Boozy Mutt0.11 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 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

Edwin Street0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

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.

Francisville dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Francisville?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Francisville are East Fairmount Park (619 acres), Benjamin Franklin Parkway (88 acres) and Francisville Playground (3.2 acres). For a longer walk, try the Edwin Street. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Francisville?

Yes. Green St Dog Park is about 0.3 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.