Dog walking in Burlington

Bay View

Walkers and joggers, and their pups, love Burlington’s Bay View neighborhood for its access to the State Route 20 Arboreta Trail. This paved and crushed stone path is a great way to experience Burlington with your leashed dog and get a little exercise, too. The trail runs from Regent Street to Peter-Anderson Road, and clocks in at a mile and a half. Trees line the trail, and it’s especially pretty in the fall as the leaves change color. Lions Park is another furrific spot to hang out with your leashed pup in the Bay View neighborhood. There are picnic tables with barbecue grills at this 1.6-acre park.

Nevitt Rd/ Avon Cutoff

You and your pup will have your pick of parks in Burlington’s Nevitt Rd/ Avon Cutoff neighborhood. Grafton Park is a furrific place for a walk with your leashed dog. The park was once an estate that has since been donated to the city and transformed into an open green space. It features a large, unique fountain made from the home’s original chimney. Grafton Park has picnic tables and benches, too. Also in the neighborhood, you and your leashed dog will enjoy exploring all the open grassy areas at the Jason Boerner Memorial Park. If you’re in the mood for a nice shady picnic, head to Alpha Park. There are picnic tables, benches and mature trees. Alpha Park is located within walking distance of lots of shops and restaurants.

Burlington City Center

There’s fun for the whole family in Burlington’s City Center neighborhood. The neighborhood’s Maiben City Park has tennis and basketball courts, a playground, a kids water park and picnic areas. Your leashed dog will love exploring the huge open grassy area and mature trees at the park. Rotary Park is another pawpular spot for family fun. There’s a huge baseball complex, horseshoe pits, a playground, a volleyball court, a skate park and picnic shelter. Rotary Park has lots of lawn where you can enjoy a walk with your leashed dog. For a little history lesson, stroll with your pup downtown to Railroad Park and see a replica of Burlington’s train station dating back to the 1900s.

Route 9/ Cove Rd

About four miles from Burlington, in Sedro-Woolley’s Route 9/ Cove Rd neighborhood, you and Fido will find lots of puptacular things to do! Start out by visiting the neighborhood’s Bark Park across the street from Riverfront Park. At the Bark Park, your pup will get a chance to romp and explore off leash in this fenced-in grassy area. The park has benches and a drinking fountain. When your pup has had enough exercise in the off-leash area, check out the adjacent Riverfront Park. Situated on the Skagit River, this park has pawsome views you can enjoy during a picnic or a walk on one of the park’s paths with your leashed dog. There are also barbecue grills, benches, covered tables, a playground and restrooms. Be sure to bring your own cleanup bags.

Bakerview Park

Looking for an off-leash area for your pooch? Head to the Bakerview Park neighborhood in Mount Vernon, about six miles from Burlington. The neighborhood’s namesake park has 39-acres of fun, including the Bakerview Dog Park! This fenced-in off-leash park has an area designated for smaller dogs, a dog water fountain and a waste cleanup station. The water fountain is only available in warmer months, so plan your pup’s thirst needs accordingly. If you’re interested in getting a little exercise too, outside the dog area in Bakerview Park, you’ll find walking paths and expansive fields where you can walk or jog with your leashed dog.