Dog walks in Kenton, Portland

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Kenton, you'll find 6 parks covering about 690 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 1.6 miles of named walking paths.

6Parks nearby

690Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

1.6Trail miles

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

Parks near Kenton

Delta Park West628 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Kenton Park12 acres · 0.1 mi (about 1 min walk) · Open in Maps
Columbia Park37 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Arbor Lodge Park8.6 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Trenton Park2.6 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Gammans Park1.7 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Kenton

Arbor Lodge Park Off Leash Area1.03 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

Columbia Slough Trail1 mi within a 15-minute walk
North Columbia Boulevard Path0.7 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

6 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.

Kenton dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Kenton?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Kenton are Delta Park West (628 acres), Kenton Park (12 acres) and Columbia Park (37 acres). For a longer walk, try the Columbia Slough Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Kenton?

Yes. Arbor Lodge Park Off Leash 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.