Dog walks in Russell, Portland

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Russell, you'll find 5 parks covering about 37 acres, 2 off-leash dog areas, and 1.3 miles of named walking paths.

5Parks nearby

37Acres of parks

2Off-leash areas

1.3Trail miles

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

Parks near Russell

Luuwit View Park16 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
John Luby Park10 acres · 0.1 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in Maps
East Holladay Park5.7 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Thompson Park4.4 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Merrifield Park1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Russell

East Holladay Dog Park0.96 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Luuwit View Dog Park1.13 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

I 84 Corridor1.3 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

1 mapped drinking fountain nearby, 1 with a dog bowl or dog-level spout. 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.

Russell dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Russell?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Russell are Luuwit View Park (16 acres), John Luby Park (10 acres) and East Holladay Park (5.7 acres). For a longer walk, try the I 84 Corridor. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Russell?

Yes. East Holladay Dog Park 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.