Dog Friendly Hiking Trails in Seattle, WA

There are 14 dog-friendly hiking trails in Seattle. 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 Seattle.

Pet Friendly Howe Farm Dog Park
Howe Farm Dog Park Howe Farm Park in Port Orchard, WA, features a historic farm, walking trails and the Howe Farm Dog Park. This fully fenced dog park provides water bowls, waste bags and bathrooms in warmer months. This recreation space welcomes pups of all sizes to play together off-leash or explore in the woods on the walking trails. See Details
Pet Friendly Illahee State Park
Illahee State Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at the pet-friendly Illahee State Park in Bremerton, WA. Enjoy one of the many hiking trails, as well as crabbing along the beach, birdwatching, and more. Please note that pets are not permitted in designated swim areas and must be cleaned up after. This park requires an entrance fee. See Details
Burton Acres Park Burton Acres in Vashon Island, WA is pet friendly. Bring your dog along to this park where he can play off-leash on woodland trails. This 64-acre park features more than 1.2 miles of trails to explore on a loop route with your pooch. See Details
Maury Island Marine Park Maury Island Marine Park is dog friendly and located on the east side of Maury Island, a peninsula of Vashon Island, WA. For incredible overlooks that take in Mount Rainier, the Cascade Mountains, and the East Passage, visit this fun park with your leashed pooch. See Details
Wingehaven Wingehaven is a pet-friendly park on Vashon Island, WA. There are many off-leash parks across this island in the Puget Sound, including this waterfront gem with beach access. Dogs are welcome to roam off-leash around the park. See Details
Bainbridge Island Waterfront Trail Bainbridge Island Waterfront Trail is a pet-friendly, 0.6-mile out-and-back pathway near Bainbridge Island, WA. Leashed pups are welcome to tag along on this popular and easy route. Along the way, you will find exceptional views of the island's history and habitat. See Details
Saltwater State Park Leashed dogs are welcome to join you at the pet-friendly Saltwater State Park in Des Moines, WA. Enjoy the North Rim and South Rim hiking trails, or have lunch with a view at one of the picnic tables. Please note that pets are not permitted in designated swim areas and must be cleaned up after. There is an entrance fee and a seasonal snack shack located within the park. See Details
Seahurst Park Seahurst Park in Burien, WA, welcomes leashed dogs to join you for a hike on the pet-friendly trails in the woods or for a stroll along the lake. This 178-acre park features forests, streams, wetlands and a pebble-beach shoreline. Public restrooms are available as well as a picnic pavilion and parking lot. See Details
Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park Leashed dogs are permitted on miles of hiking and biking trails at Port Gamble Forest Heritage Park in Kingston, WA. This pet-friendly destination provides access to water for kayaking with your furry friend. You may come across equestrian pathways while exploring. See Details
Duwamish Trail The Duwamish Trail 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 dog-friendly "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Seattle! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Duwamish Trail. 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
Discovery Park Leashed dogs are welcome in Discovery Park, a 534-acre recreation space in Seattle, WA. This pet-friendly area offers spectacular views of both the Cascade and the Olympic Mountain ranges, along with open meadows, lush forest groves, a playground, tennis and basketball courts, trails and more. See Details
King County Interurban Trail The King County Interurban Trail 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 Kent! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the King County Interurban Trail. 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
Ballard Locks Take a scenic stroll with your leashed pet through Ballard Locks, a pet-friendly public park in Seattle, WA. The long, narrow paved walkway in the park gives you the opportunity to watch boats pass through the locks or catch a glimpse of the salmon making their way up the specially-designed fish ladder and through the locks. See Details
Elliot Bay Trail (Terminal 91 Bike Path) The Elliot Bay Trail (Terminal 91 Bike Path) 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 Seattle! The map below shows a parking area with convenient access to the Elliot Bay Trail (Terminal 91 Bike Path). 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
Westlake Park Westlake Park in Seattle, WA is pet friendly. Located in the heart of the downtown shopping district, Seattleites may refer to this are as the unofficial town square. You and your pooch can enjoy a range of street events throughout the year, or you can take a break and admire the fountain. From here, it's a quick trip by monorail to Seattle Center or a short walk to Pike Place Market, the Seattle Art Museum and many other attractions. See Details
Lake Meridian Park Spend the day with Fido at Lake Meridian Park in Kent, WA! This pet-friendly park is 19.6 acres and includes a boat launch, fishing opportunities, a children's playground, and a sandy beach. Bring Fido for a swim, have a picnic on the lawn, or take a stroll on the paved walkways. Just remember to clean up after your pup. See Details
Fremont Troll Take a short pet-friendly trail to visit the Fremont Troll, a large sculpture in Troll's Knoll Park in Seattle, WA. Along the trail you will see pretty community planters and small decorative sculptures. Don't forget to bring your camera or cell phone and take a photo of Fido alongside the troll! The sculpture sits beneath a busy highway so dogs should be kept leashed for their safety. See Details
Woodland Park Rose Garden Tucked away next to the Woodland Park Zoo is the pet-friendly Woodland Park Rose Garden in Seattle, WA. Wander among one of only two dozen certified American Rose Test Gardens, where you and your pup can see new rose hybrids before they become available to amateur rose gardeners. Just make sure Fido is leashed while you enjoy the garden. See Details
Gas Works Park Gas Works Park is a pet-friendly attraction in Seattle, WA. This popular, yet peaceful public park is built around the former gasworks plant and is a beautiful place to bring your leashed pet for a bit of fresh air. Take a stroll on the paved walkways, snap some photos of the rustic factory, or relax with Fido on the grassy hillside overlooking Lake Union. See Details
Carkeek Park Leashed pets can join you for a visit to the 220-acre Carkeek Park a, public recreation area in Seattle, WA. Dogs may walk with you along the miles of pet-friendly trails through lush forests, meadows, wetlands and creeks. Please note that dogs are not permitted on the beaches. See Details
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