Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Portland, OR

There are 14 dog-friendly hiking trails in Portland. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Portland.

Pet Friendly Wildwood Trail in Forest Park
Wildwood Trail in Forest Park The Wildwood Trail in Forest Park is a pet-friendly hike in Portland, OR. It's a moderately easy, 30-mile trek that will take about 2 days to complete with Fido. Take a retreat to this wilderness hike that is within Portland city limits. Using road crossings as a turnaround point can shorten the trail. Please note that dogs must be on leash. See Details
Pet Friendly Tryon Creek State Natural Area
Tryon Creek State Natural Area Tryon Creek State Natural Area is a pet-friendly hike in Portland, OR. It's a nice and easy, 3.8-mile path that takes about 1.5 hours to complete with Fido. This trail is heavily trafficked and allows bikers and horses, but it is a quick escape from Portland. Please note that dogs must be on leash no longer than 6 feet. See Details
Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden is a dog-friendly attraction in Portland, OR. Leashed dogs are welcome at this lovely botanical garden and park. Your dog will love all the new smells and watching the ducks. Discover unique plants, birds, and inspiring vistas. See Details
Nordic Northwest Troll Bring Fido to check out Ole Bolle, a 19-foot-tall troll living in Portland, OR, created by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. The short, dog-friendly trails from the parking lot lead you through the woods of the Fogelbo grounds to this unique sculpture. See Details
Forest Park Forest Park in Portland, OR is dog-friendly! The park features 70 miles of trails and can be accessed from multiple points. Forest Park boasts popular treks such as its five-mile round-trip hike from Lower Macleay Park to the Pittock Mansion, and the thirty-mile Wildwood Trail, which runs through the entirety of the Park. Fido must be leashed at all times while in Forest Park. Dog owners should clean up after their pet and properly dispose of waste bags. See Details
Powell Butte Nature Park Powell Butte Nature Park is a peaceful natural area in Portland, OR. The dog-friendly park is named after an extinct cinder cone volcano and now features 611 acres meadowland and forest. Fido must remain leashed on your walk through the park. See Details
Warrior Rock Trail Warrior Rock Trail is a pet-friendly hike in Portland, OR. It's an easy, 5.8-mile trek on Sauvie Island that will take about 3 hours to complete with Fido. Keep your dog under good control as you explore the wildlife refuge and the resident waterfowl, songbirds, blue heron, and cattle. There is not any drinking water for you or your dog along the way. Please note that dogs must be on leash. See Details
The Grotto The Grotto is a pet-friendly attraction in Portland, OR. A 62-acre Catholic shrine and botanical garden, the Grotto is an oasis of serenity and green space just moments from downtown Portland. Leashed pets are allowed outside on the first level. Every year, the Grotto offers a Blessing of the Animals; check their website for this year's date. See Details
Springwater Corridor The Springwater Corridor is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Portland! The map below shows a trailhead where you can pick up the Springwater Corridor. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
Pier Park Pier Park in Portland, OR is dog-friendly! Dogs are welcome to explore the 87-acre park as long as they cleaned up after and leashed. The Park's amenities include accessible restrooms, picnic and play areas, athletic areas, disc golf, paved and unpaved paths, a splash pad, and more. See Details
North Park Blocks North Park Blocks is a pet-friendly park in the Old Town historic district of Portland, OR. Bring Fido for a stroll through the paved walkways, have a picnic in one of the shelters, or just relax on the lawn under one of the shady trees. Remember to pick up after your pup. See Details
Tom McCall Waterfront Park Tom McCall Waterfront Park is pet-friendly. Located along the Willamette River in Portland, bring your pooch along to enjoy a walk underneath 100 ornamental cherry trees in bloom that create a wonderful backdrop for your pup's next photoshoot. Leashed dogs are welcome, as long as they are cleaned up after. The park is open every day of the week from 5am to 12am. See Details
Hoyt Arboretum Hoyt Arboretum in Portland, OR is dog-friendly! Leashed dogs are welcome to join you on the 190 ridge-top acres and 12 miles of hiking trails just minutes from downtown Portland. The arboretum is home to 2,300 species of trees and shrubs from six continents. See Details
Durham City Park Durham City Park is a 45-acre community recreation space in Portland, OR. Dogs can join their owners for a walk here in the designated off-leash area or on a leash along the paved trails and green space. A picnic shelter and children's play area are also available at the park. See Details
Jurgens Park Jurgens Park is a pet-friendly public area in Tualatin, OR. Jurgens Park offers team sports, a unique farm-themed playground, sand play, picnic areas, ball fields, open grass play areas, wetlands restoration area, walking trails, tennis and basketball courts. There are also picnic benches along the way for you and your pooch to relax at. Leashed dogs are welcome in the park, as long as they are cleaned up after. See Details
Springwater Corridor The Springwater Corridor is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Gresham! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Springwater Corridor. Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has generously provided map data for this trail to Bring Fido for informational purposes only. For more detailed trail information, please visit TrailLink.com. See Details
Molalla River State Park Off-Leash Area Molalla River State Park offers an off-leash area for Fido to run and play in Canby, OR. The beautiful space features grassy fields and picnic tables. Spend the day relaxing while watching your pup exercise. See Details
Columbia River Renaissance Trail Check out the pet-friendly Columbia River Renaissance Trail in Vancouver, WA! This waterfront trail is a five-mile-long, 14-foot-wide concrete path stretching along the Columbia River shoreline. There are various shops and restaurants along the trail, but the main attraction is the beauty and natural setting. See Details
Trolly Trail Trolly Trail is a pet-friendly multi-use paved and gravel trail in Oak Grove, OR. The 6-mile path is used for running, walking and biking. Fido can join you, just be sure to pick up after him and keep him leashed. See Details
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