Dog walks in South Tabor, Portland

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central South Tabor, you'll find 4 parks covering about 204 acres and 1 off-leash dog area.

4Parks nearby

204Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

0Trail miles

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

Parks near South Tabor

Mount Tabor Park186 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Clinton Park13 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Essex Park4.4 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Kern Park1.6 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near South Tabor

Mount Tabor Off-Leash Dog Area4.53 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps

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

Good to know

2 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.

South Tabor dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in South Tabor?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central South Tabor are Mount Tabor Park (186 acres), Clinton Park (13 acres) and Essex Park (4.4 acres). Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near South Tabor?

Yes. Mount Tabor Off-Leash Dog 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.