Dog parks and off-leash areas in Seattle
Seattle Parks and Recreation lists 14 designated off-leash areas. These are the places to look for off-leash play; elsewhere in city parks, dogs must stay leashed. Use the official map for boundaries and any current closure notices.
Warren G. Magnuson Park Off-Leash Area
7400 Sand Point Way NE · About 8.6 acres, mostly level, with a winding compact-gravel path and a separate small-and-shy-dog section. It is the city off-leash area with designated Lake Washington swim access; use the Magnuson outing guide for the dog-beach boundary, access and current Seattle rules.
Westcrest Park Off-Leash Area
9000 8th Ave SW · Approximately 8.4 acres with open space, shade, a dog drinking fountain and a separate small-and-shy-dog area. The off-leash area is a walk from the parking lot; use the Westcrest outing guide for the parking approach, current hours and Seattle rules.
Genesee Park and Playfield Off-Leash Area
4316 S Genesee St · Fully fenced with two double-gated entrances, a dog drinking fountain, a Small and Shy Dog Area and a broad gravel center that Seattle Parks says stays mud-free in winter. Use the Genesee outing guide for the official hours, access and current Seattle rules.
Blue Dog Pond Off-Leash Area
1520 26th Ave S · A fully fenced 1.7-acre rectangular field with running water, grassy side slopes and public art. Because the site also catches excess water, expect mud during the rainy season; use the Blue Dog Pond outing guide for packing advice, access and current Seattle rules.
Golden Gardens Park Off-Leash Area
8498 Seaview Pl NW · Roughly one acre in the upper part of the park, with wood-chip surfacing, nearby parking and restrooms. The regular beach is not dog-accessible; use only the designated off-leash area.
Northacres Park Off-Leash Area
12718 1st Ave NE · About 1.6 acres with open space, trails, shade and nearby restrooms and picnic areas.
Regrade Park Off-Leash Area
2251 3rd Ave · A compact fenced option downtown, with double-gate entrances and running water—handy for an urban play break.
Before you unclip the leash
- Leash your dog on the way to and from the off-leash boundary and carry a leash while inside the area.
- Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated to use Seattle off-leash areas; puppies younger than four months and females in heat are not permitted.
- Pick up waste and carry scoop equipment. Follow posted signs and temporary closures.
- Beach access is not implied by an off-leash park's proximity to the water. Magnuson has the designated swim beach; ordinary Seattle park beaches prohibit dogs.
Official Seattle off-leash area map and full directory ↗ · Official dog rules ↗
Seattle dog-friendly trails → · Seattle city guide →
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