Dog walks in Kings Heights, Portland

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Kings Heights, you'll find 3 parks covering about 9 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 6.2 miles of named walking paths.

3Parks nearby

9Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

6.2Trail miles

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

Parks near Kings Heights

Wallace Park5.4 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Hillside Park3.4 acres · 0.1 mi (about 2 min walk) · Open in Maps
Marine Layer Parklet0.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Kings Heights

Wallace Park Off-Leash Area0.41 acres · 0.4 mi (about 7 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

Wildwood Trail1.9 mi within a 15-minute walk
Lower Macleay Trail0.8 mi within a 15-minute walk
Upper Macleay Trail0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
Southwest Sterns Drive0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Cumberland Trail0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Japanese Garden Trail0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

12 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
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.

Kings Heights dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Kings Heights?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Kings Heights are Wallace Park (5.4 acres), Hillside Park (3.4 acres) and Marine Layer Parklet. For a longer walk, try the Wildwood Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Kings Heights?

Yes. Wallace Park Off-Leash Area is about 0.4 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.