Dog walks in Lawton Park, Seattle

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Lawton Park, you'll find 8 parks covering about 624 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 2.2 miles of named walking paths.

8Parks nearby

624Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

2.2Trail miles

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

Parks near Lawton Park

Discovery Park573 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in MapsLeashed dogs welcome
Lawton Park13 acres · 0.1 mi (about 2 min walk) · Open in Maps
Kiwanis Memorial Preserve Park16 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Magnolia Manor Park2 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
West Magnolia Playfield17 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Commodore Park3.6 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Kiwanis Ravine Overlook0.5 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Arapahoe Triangle0.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Lawton Park

Magnolia Manor Dog Park0.38 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 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

Loop Trail0.7 mi within a 15-minute walk
Gilman Avenue West Cycletrack0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Louisiana Street0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Ship Canal Trail0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Arkansas Street0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Wisconsin Street0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

5 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
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.

Lawton Park dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Lawton Park?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Lawton Park are Discovery Park (573 acres), Lawton Park (13 acres) and Kiwanis Memorial Preserve Park (16 acres). For a longer walk, try the Loop Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Lawton Park?

Yes. Magnolia Manor Dog Park is about 0.2 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.