Dog walks in Uptown, Seattle

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Uptown, you'll find 24 parks covering about 138 acres, 3 off-leash dog areas, and 1.8 miles of named walking paths.

24Parks nearby

138Acres of parks

3Off-leash areas

1.8Trail miles

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

Parks near Uptown

Seattle Center75 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
Kinnear Park14 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Centennial Park19 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Denny Park4.5 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Myrtle Edwards Park8.7 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Olympic Sculpture Park8.3 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Queen Anne Boulevard1.2 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Bhy Kracke Park1.7 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Uptown

Kinnear Dog Park0.11 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
South Lake Union Dog Park0.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Regrade Park0.28 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

Elliott Bay Trail1.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
West Thomas Street Pedestrian and Bicycle Overpass0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Foster Foundation Path0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Moseley Path0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

13 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
4 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.

Uptown dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Uptown?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Uptown are Seattle Center (75 acres), Kinnear Park (14 acres) and Centennial Park (19 acres). For a longer walk, try the Elliott Bay Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Uptown?

Yes. Kinnear Dog Park is about 0.6 miles from the neighborhood center, and 2 more off-leash areas are 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.