Dog walks in Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Graduate Hospital, you'll find 16 parks covering about 58 acres, 2 off-leash dog areas, and 1.4 miles of named walking paths.

16Parks nearby

58Acres of parks

2Off-leash areas

1.4Trail miles

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

Parks near Graduate Hospital

Schuylkill River Park7 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Penn Park23 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Schuylkill Banks9.5 acres · 0.5 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Schuylkill Banks4.3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Marian Anderson Recreation Center3 acres · 0.4 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Wharton Square3.6 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Chew Playground2.5 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Donald Finnegan Playground2.6 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Graduate Hospital

Large Breed Dog Park0.27 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Small Breed Dog Park0.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 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 Trail0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Schuylkill River Trail – Christian to Crescent0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Schuylkill River Connector Trail0.1 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.

Graduate Hospital dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Graduate Hospital?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Graduate Hospital are Schuylkill River Park (7 acres), Penn Park (23 acres) and Schuylkill Banks (9.5 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 Graduate Hospital?

Yes. Large Breed Dog Park is about 0.5 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.