Dog walks in Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Rittenhouse Square, you'll find 29 parks covering about 167 acres, 3 off-leash dog areas, and 0.9 miles of named walking paths.

29Parks nearby

167Acres of parks

3Off-leash areas

0.9Trail miles

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

Parks near Rittenhouse Square

Benjamin Franklin Parkway88 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Schuylkill River Park7 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Penn Park23 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Logan Square12 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Schuylkill Banks9.5 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Seger Park1.7 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Dilworth Park2.5 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Marian Anderson Recreation Center3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Rittenhouse Square

Small Breed Dog Park0.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Large Breed Dog Park0.27 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Seger Dog Park0.15 acres · 0.7 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

Schuylkill River Trail0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Schuylkill River Connector Trail0.1 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.
1 mapped dog waste station along the way.
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.

Rittenhouse Square dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Rittenhouse Square?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Rittenhouse Square are Benjamin Franklin Parkway (88 acres), Schuylkill River Park (7 acres) and Penn Park (23 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 Rittenhouse Square?

Yes. Small Breed Dog Park is about 0.6 miles from the neighborhood center, and 2 more off-leash areas are 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.