Dog walks in Maplewood, Portland

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Maplewood, you'll find 4 parks covering about 112 acres, 2 off-leash dog areas, and 1.5 miles of named walking paths.

4Parks nearby

112Acres of parks

2Off-leash areas

1.5Trail miles

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

Parks near Maplewood

Gabriel Park90 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
April Hill Park10 acres · 0.1 mi (about 1 min walk) · Open in Maps
Hideaway Park6.2 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Pendleton Park5.4 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Maplewood

Gabriel Park dog area1.86 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Gabriel Park dog area0.71 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 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

Nature Loop Trail0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Vermont Creek Trail0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Fanno Creek Greenway0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Canyon Trail0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Bruce Clere Trail0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Southwest Kanan Street0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

4 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.

Maplewood dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Maplewood?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Maplewood are Gabriel Park (90 acres), April Hill Park (10 acres) and Hideaway Park (6.2 acres). For a longer walk, try the Nature Loop Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Maplewood?

Yes. Gabriel Park dog area 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.