Dog walking in Corvallis

CoHo/ Southtown

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The Crystal Lake neighborhood in Corvallis is park paradise. Anyone can find something to do in Willamette Park, including your furry friend. This large public park contains sports fields, a playground, sheltered picnic areas, a boat launch and of course, an off-leash dog area. If your dog longs to romp around in the snow, just north of Willamette Park is Crystal Lake Sports Field. In the summer this area is reserved for sports but in the winter it turns into an off-leash doggy heaven. Neither of these off-leash dog areas are fenced, so be sure to only bring Fido when he’s on his best behavior! Don’t forget waste bags and water for your dog as these are not provided.

The Woods

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When you need a break from the city, The Woods neighborhood in Southwest Corvallis is a breath of fresh air. Woodland Meadow Dog Park sits on 33 acres of beautiful green space, and includes a designated, unfenced, off-leash dog area in the east end of the park. You can let your dog run through open fields of wildflowers and old oaks while you relax at the picnic tables enjoying valley views. The park also features an informal half mile loop walking trail that circles the park. Drinking water is available for your tired puppy but you’ll need waste bags and a ball to play fetch!

Brooklane

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Brooklane is a highly sought after neighborhood in Corvallis and is known for being home of Avery Park. There are plenty of trails and large open spaces running through this park just waiting for your pup to explore. You and your dog will love meandering through the rose gardens and sculptures. The well-kept rose garden is one of the highlights of Corvallis, you’ll enjoy the sights while your dog enjoys the smells. A great park for social gatherings, it’s also full of shelters and barbeques. Since this is not a designated dog park he’ll need to stay on-leash, and don’t forget supplies like water and waste bags!

Crescent Valley

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If you and your dog need some fresh mountain air and a dose of nature, check out the McDonald Dunn Forest. It’s  accessible through the Crescent Valley neighborhood in the northwest end of Corvallis. This park offers 11,250 acres of beautiful forested land, and trails on the eastern foothills of the coast range. Students attending the College of Forestry use this forest as a living laboratory, but it’s just as pleasing for nature lovers and their dogs. For a bird’s eye view of Corvallis, you and your pooch will love Dan’s Trail, one of the many hikes in McDonald Dunn Forest. It climbs 3.1 miles, passing through a historic orchard on the way. If you’re looking for an easier option check out the Woodland Trail, a 0.4 mile hiking loop. It starts and finishes at the Peavy Arboretum. While your dog rests his paws, you can learn more about the forest’s ecology from signs posted along the way. Dogs must be leashed and picked up after throughout the park.