Dog walks in Meridian, Seattle

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Meridian, you'll find 7 parks covering about 192 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 2.4 miles of named walking paths.

7Parks nearby

192Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

2.4Trail miles

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

Parks near Meridian

Woodland Park96 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Green Lake Park86 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Meridian Playground6.9 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
University Playground2.7 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Northeast 60th Street Park1.1 acres · 0.4 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Keystone Place0.1 acres · 0.1 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in Maps
Corliss Place0.1 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Meridian

Woodland Park Off-Leash Dog Park1.58 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 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

Green Lake Trail1.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Green Lake Cycle Path1.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

9 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.

Meridian dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Meridian?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Meridian are Woodland Park (96 acres), Green Lake Park (86 acres) and Meridian Playground (6.9 acres). For a longer walk, try the Green Lake Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Meridian?

Yes. Woodland Park Off-Leash Dog Park is about 0.6 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.