Dog walks in Columbia, Seattle

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Columbia, you'll find 11 parks covering about 109 acres and 2 off-leash dog areas.

11Parks nearby

109Acres of parks

2Off-leash areas

0.2Trail miles

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

Parks near Columbia

Genesee Park and Playfield60 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Lake Washington Boulevard31 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Stan Sayres Memorial Park5.8 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Ferdinand Street Boat Launch4.3 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Lakewood Playground2.3 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Columbia Park2.7 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Rumford Beach0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Hunter Boulevard1.5 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Columbia

Genesee Dog Park2.68 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
Growlerz Seattle0.3 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 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

36th Avenue South0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk
South Angeline Street0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

2 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
2 mapped dog waste stations along the way.
Seattle’s mild, damp weather makes year-round walking easy, but expect muddy paws from fall through spring. Seattle Parks has designated off-leash areas. Elsewhere, dogs must stay leashed.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog.

Columbia dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Columbia?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Columbia are Genesee Park and Playfield (60 acres), Lake Washington Boulevard (31 acres) and Stan Sayres Memorial Park (5.8 acres). For a longer walk, try the 36th Avenue South. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Columbia?

Yes. Genesee Dog Park is right in the neighborhood, 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.