Dog walking in Damascus

Sellwood Moreland

Sellwood Riverfront Park in Spokane is about fifteen miles from  Damascus. It is a small park, but it has a very important feature: an off-leash dog park! But this dog park isn't your average dog park; it provides access to the water so your pup can swim! The river is just the right spot for your dog to splash in on hot days. There is a large grassy spot that is pawfect for a good game of fetch. You will need to bring your own water, since there is no running water here. Trash cans are provided, but doggie waste bags are not, so bring some of those as well.

Mount Tabor

Mount Tabor Park is located about fifteen miles from Damascus in Portland. In this 200-acre open space, you can roam and play with your pup to your heart's content. When you're finished exploring, or just want somewhere to let your pup off leash, head over to the four-acre dog park. If your pup likes to run off, you may want to walk around the dog park before you let your dog off-leash. There are parts that have natural fence hedges and other parts where the fence is rather low. The dog park provides access to water and cleaning stations. Overall, if your dog behaves well, this is a great place to let your dog meet new fur friends!

The Gorge

Oneonta Falls in Corbett is a natural area situated right on the Oregon-Washington border and located about sixteen miles from Damascus. There are several on-leash trails where you can walk your dog in this beautiful botanical area. On four of the trails,  you'll have access to the waterfalls. There are specific trails where dogs and children are not permitted; these are clearly marked. You will want to bring drinking water and doggie waste bags. Don't fur-get to bring a camera to capture the breathtaking views you'll see here.

Kellogg Creek

You should take a seventeen-mile car ride and come on down to North Clackamas Dog Park in Milwaukie. This is a decent sized dog park where you can really let your dog play. This off-leash park is fenced and has plenty of space to run and romp, but there are no areas for small and large dogs here, so be sure your pup is comfortable playing with pooches of all sizes! You'll have access to drinking water and cleaning stations while you are here. The downside is that it does tend to get muddy when it rains. The path to the dog park is often muddier than the dog park itself, so be sure to bring some appropriate shoes if you're visiting on a rainy day.

Sandy River Delta

Troutdale is about twelve miles from Damascus. This is where you will find Thousand Acres. As its name implies, this natural area encompasses 1,000 acres where you and your pup can walk, splash, and explore the Sandy River Delta. Leash up and hit the gravel trail if you're just looking for a quick walk. Be aware that the park can get quite muddy, particularly after a rain, so plan and pack supplies accordingly. You'll definitely need to bring water and waste bags since these aren't provided here. You will love the quiet peace within this park. Bring a lunch and make a full day of it! You'll need to have a leash on you at all times, but well-behaved dogs can get off-leash in the remote areas.