Dog walks in Slabtown, Portland

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Slabtown, you'll find 7 parks covering about 14 acres, 2 off-leash dog areas, and 0.9 miles of named walking paths.

7Parks nearby

14Acres of parks

2Off-leash areas

0.9Trail miles

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

Parks near Slabtown

Wallace Park5.4 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
The Fields Neighborhood Park3.6 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Couch Park2.6 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Tanner Springs Park1.2 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Jamison Square0.9 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Marine Layer Parklet0.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Glisan 140.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Slabtown

Wallace Park Off-Leash Area0.41 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
The Fields Neighborhood Park dog area0.18 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

Willamette Greenway Trail0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
Tanner Springs Park Trail0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Northwest Portland Willamette Greenway Trail0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

8 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
4 mapped dog waste stations 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.

Slabtown dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Slabtown?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Slabtown are Wallace Park (5.4 acres), The Fields Neighborhood Park (3.6 acres) and Couch Park (2.6 acres). For a longer walk, try the Willamette Greenway Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Slabtown?

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