Dog walks in Overlook, Portland

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Overlook, you'll find 8 parks covering about 48 acres and 2.1 miles of named walking paths.

8Parks nearby

48Acres of parks

0Off-leash areas

2.1Trail miles

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

Parks near Overlook

Madrona Park8.6 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
McCarthy Park13 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Overlook Park12 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Mocks Crest (Skidmore Bluffs)6 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
The Dog Bowl/Face Park4.7 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsDogs welcome
Omaha Parkway1.7 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Patton Square Park1.3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Pittman Addition HydroPark0.8 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Overlook

There are no mapped off-leash areas within about a 15-minute walk. The closest neighborhoods with dog areas are Arbor Lodge, Boise and King.

Off-leash hours and rules vary by park. Always check the posted signs before letting your dog off leash.

Walking paths and trails

North Going Street0.7 mi within a 15-minute walk
North Portland Willamette Greenway0.7 mi within a 15-minute walk
North Greeley Multi-Use Path0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
North Concord Avenue Bridge0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

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.

Overlook dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Overlook?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Overlook are Madrona Park (8.6 acres), McCarthy Park (13 acres) and Overlook Park (12 acres). For a longer walk, try the North Going Street. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Overlook?

There are no mapped off-leash areas within about a 15-minute walk. Nearby Portland neighborhoods with dog areas include Arbor Lodge, Boise, King.

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.