Dog walks in Union Square, San Francisco

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Union Square, you'll find 27 parks covering about 32 acres and 1 off-leash dog area.

27Parks nearby

32Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

0.1Trail miles

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

Parks near Union Square

Victoria Manalo Draves Park2.4 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Union Square2.3 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
Yerba Buena Gardens3.9 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Salesforce Park4.5 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Civic Center Plaza5.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Sue Bierman Park4.5 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Saint Mary's Square1.3 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Boeddeker Park0.8 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Union Square

Victoria Manalo Draves Park dog area0.15 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

Fulton Street0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

22 mapped drinking fountains nearby, 1 with a dog bowl or dog-level spout. Still bring water on warm days.
2 mapped dog waste stations along the way.
San Francisco is mild year-round, often foggy and cool, so long walks work in almost any season. The city has dozens of designated dog play areas. Outside them, leash rules apply, and some sensitive habitat areas restrict dogs entirely.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog.

Union Square dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Union Square?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Union Square are Victoria Manalo Draves Park (2.4 acres), Union Square (2.3 acres) and Yerba Buena Gardens (3.9 acres). For a longer walk, try the Fulton Street. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Union Square?

Yes. Victoria Manalo Draves Park dog area is about 0.7 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.