Dog walks in Boise, Portland

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Boise, you'll find 9 parks covering about 43 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 0.9 miles of named walking paths.

9Parks nearby

43Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

0.9Trail miles

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

Parks near Boise

Irving Park16 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Overlook Park12 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Unthank Park4.6 acres · 0.1 mi (about 1 min walk) · Open in Maps
Lillis-Albina Park4.3 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Dawson Park2.1 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
King Elementary School Park2.7 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Pittman Addition HydroPark0.8 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Two Plum Park0.3 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Boise

Irving Park dog area0.78 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 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

North Greeley Multi-Use Path0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
North Going Street0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
North Failing Street Pedestrian Crossing0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

4 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
1 mapped dog waste station along the way.
Portland is mild but wet for much of the year, so expect muddy paws from fall to spring. Portland Parks has designated off-leash areas. Elsewhere, dogs must be leashed.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog.

Boise dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Boise?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Boise are Irving Park (16 acres), Overlook Park (12 acres) and Unthank Park (4.6 acres). For a longer walk, try the North Greeley Multi-Use Path. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Boise?

Yes. Irving Park dog area is about 0.7 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.