Westcrest Park Off-Leash Area
Seattle Parks describes Westcrest's off-leash area as approximately 8.4 acres with open spaces, paths, shade, trees and a dog drinking fountain. A separate small-and-shy-dog area gives visitors another option, but dogs must stay leashed between the parking lot and the signed off-leash boundary.
Choose the main area or the small-and-shy section
The main off-leash area combines open space with paths and shaded places to pause. Seattle Parks places the separated small-and-shy-dog area on the southwest side of the larger dog park. Pick the space that fits your dog's size and play style, and leave if crowding or behavior stops feeling safe.
Plan for the walk from parking
The official park page says the Westcrest parking lot is about 150 yards south of the off-leash area. From the lot, follow the path to the right of the playground and picnic area; the dog area is ahead and to the right of the reservoir. Keep your dog leashed for the entire approach and after you exit.
Bring the required leash and cleanup gear
Seattle requires a leash for each dog to be carried inside off-leash areas, dogs to remain under control, and waste to be picked up with scoop equipment visibly carried. Dogs must be licensed and vaccinated. Puppies younger than four months and female dogs in heat are not permitted, and pinch or choke collars must be removed inside.
Address, hours and current park work
Use 9000 8th Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98106 for the official park address. Seattle currently lists Westcrest Park hours as 6 a.m.–10 p.m.; obey any narrower posted hours or temporary restrictions at the dog area.
Seattle Parks also lists an active south-restroom replacement and former play-area restoration project at Westcrest. The project is separate from the dog-park description, but construction can change nearby facility or access conditions. Check the current park and project pages before driving rather than relying on an old saved route.
Get directions ↗ · Current Westcrest project ↗ · Seattle off-leash directory ↗
Pack for a longer play session
- Bring one leash for each dog, visible scoop equipment, waste bags and backup drinking water.
- Leash up before leaving the parking lot and keep the leash on until you are inside the signed boundary.
- Use the separated small-and-shy area when it is the better fit for your dog.
- Keep dogs out of nearby play areas and other prohibited spaces.
- Check current park notices and posted signs before entering.
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