Dog-Friendly Portland: 25 Great Things to Do With Your Pooch

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Hotels Shopping Food & Drink Activities Events The Great Outdoors Dog Parks

Vacationing with your favorite canine companion will always be more fun than vacationing on your own. However, bringing your pup when you travel adds a bit more work to the experience. You have to locate dog-friendly accommodations and find out if where you’re visiting has dog-friendly restaurants, activities, and more.

If you’re planning a trip to Portland, Oregon, then you’re in luck because this city is undoubtedly friendly to canines! Whether you want to go for a long hike, hang out at the dog park, or go shopping with your pup, you can find somewhere to do it. Here are 25 dog-friendly things to do in Portland!

The 25 Dog-Friendly Things to Do in Portland

Have a look below at the 25 dog-friendly places in Portland and dog-friendly things to do in Portland!

Hotels

There’s no shortage of dog-friendly accommodations in Portland, but here are a few of the best!

1. Kimpton Hotel Vintage

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Address:	? 422 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
Star rating:	⭐⭐⭐⭐
Open times:	Check-in 3 PM; Check-out 12 PM
Cost:	No pet fee
Off-leash area:	No

All pets welcome
No restrictions on breed or size
No extra or hidden cleaning charges for pets
Provide your pup with a plush mat, food, and a food bowl
Located close to the Pearl District

2. The Heathman Hotel

Image Credit: Instagram @heathmanportland

Address:	? 1001 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
Star rating:	⭐⭐⭐⭐
Open times:	Check-in 4 PM; Check-out 12 PM
Cost:	$50 pet fee
Off-leash area:	No

Pet fee includes pet bed, food bowls, and a list of local pet services
Guest amenities (must pay a fee) include a library with 3k+ books and comped bike rental
Located less than a mile from Powell Books and the Portland Art Museum
Your concierge can help you find things to do in Portland if you’re unsure where to begin

3. Jupiter Next Hotel

Address:	? 900 E Burnside St, Portland, OR 97214
Star rating:	⭐⭐⭐
Open times:	Check-in 4 PM; Check-out 11 AM
Cost:	$45 pet fee
Off-leash area:	No

Pets must be pre-approved by hotel management
2 pets per room
Pet fee includes food bowls for the duration of stay, bandana, and bag holder
The dog must be on a leash or in a carrier at all times
Hotel located across from downtown Portland

4. Hotel Lucia

Address:	? 400 SW Broadway, Portland, OR 97205
Star-rating:	⭐⭐⭐⭐
Open times:	Check-in 4 PM; Check-out 12 PM
Cost:	$65 pet fee
Off-leash area:	No

Pet fee includes bowls, bed, toy, treat, and list of local pet services
Hotel located in downtown Portland
Hotel is home to the biggest permanent collection of work from Pulitzer Prize-winning photographer David Hume Kennerly
Amenities include an arcade, art gallery, spiritual menu, and nightly craft beer hour

Shopping

You and your four-legged friend may want to do some shopping when you’re in Portland, so here are a few places you can go together. (You may be wondering if dogs are allowed in Powell’s Books since the store is such a hot spot to visit; unfortunately, dogs are not allowed inside unless they are service animals.)

5. Paxton Gate

Address:	? 811 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Open times:	11 AM to 7 PM, 7 days a week
Cost:	$$
Off-leash area:	No

Oddity shop
Has two locations in Portland
Store features taxidermy, gems, local jewelry, plants, and more
Has events such as Herpetology Hour

6. Hip Hound

Address:	? 610 NW 23rd Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Open times:	9 AM to 7 PM, 7 days a week
Cost:	$-$$
Off-leash area:	No

Pet store and bakery
Can get everything from dog food to dog clothes in the pet store
Grooming services available
Barkery has cakes and treats

Food & Drink

When you finish shopping, it’s time for a quick bite or a drink. Check out these dog-friendly restaurants and taverns!

7. Cycle Dog Tavern & Dog Park

Address:	? 2056 NW Pettygrove St, Portland, OR 97209
Open times:	10 AM to 7 PM, Mon & Tue; 10 AM to 8 PM, Wed thru Sat; 11 AM to 7 PM, Sunday
Cost:	$8 for dog park
Off-leash area:	Yes

Tavern and dog park and earth-friendly manufacturer of handmade dog products
Makes recycled dog collars from bike tubes
Dog park may require membership
Dog park is indoor and outdoor

8. Tin Shed Garden Cafe

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Address:	? 1438 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211
Open times:	8 AM to 2 PM, Mon thru Fri; 7 AM to 3 PM, Sat & Sun
Cost:	$$
Off-leash area:	No

Supposed to be one of the best dog-friendly restaurants in the city
Has a doggie menu with a meal of chicken and sweet potatoes, plus a dessert
Purchase a Tin Shed bandana, and they’ll donate proceeds to a pet charity
Dog must remain on leash and on the ground

9. Pizza Jerk

Address:	? 5028 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR 97218
Open times:	11:30 AM to 9:30 PM, Sun thru Thurs; 11:30 AM to 10 PM, Fri & Sat
Cost:	$$
Off-leash area:	No

Two locations in Portland
Grab a slice or a pie
Supposedly has fantastic ice cream
Kind of pricey

Activities

Though you’ll likely spend a lot of time outdoors with your pup, you may want to find fun activities you can do with them that aren’t hiking or dog parks. Here are some activities you and your pet can enjoy in Portland.

10. Portland Saturday Market

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Address:	? 2 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204
Open times:	Open Saturdays & Sundays, March thru December
Cost:	Free
Off-leash area:	No

Outdoor arts and crafts market held weekly for ten months of the year
Tons of vendors and handmade artisan products
Dogs must stay on leash and be well-behaved
Can also find food vendors on-site

11. Pittock Mansion

Address:	? 3229 NW Pittock Dr, Portland, OR 97210
Open times:	Open daily thru 9 PM
Cost:	$0 to $15.50
Off-leash area:	No

Dogs are not allowed in the mansion, garage, or gate lodge
Dogs are allowed on the grounds
The grounds consist of 46 acres of gardens and has one of the best views in the city
Canines must stay leashed

12. International Rose Test Garden

Address:	? 400 SW Kingston Ave, Portland, OR 97205
Open times:	Open daily 5 AM to 10 PM
Cost:	Free
Off-leash area:	No

Over 10,000 rose bushes
Garden is used as a testing ground for new rose varieties
Paid parking
Fantastic spot to walk your pup or have a picnic

Events

Depending on when you visit Portland, you can come across some dog-friendly events you and your pup can enjoy!

13. Doggie Dash

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Address:	? 209 Waterfront Park Trail, Portland, OR 97204
Open times:	May 11th, 7:30 AM to 1 PM
Cost:	$
Off-leash area:	No

Fundraiser put on by the Humane Society
Register to raise funds while the dogs of Portland take to the streets
Largest pet event in Portland
Includes pet festival, contests, and pancake breakfast

14. Canines Uncorked

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Address:	? Wineries in the Tualatin Valley
Open times:	Held in August, 11 AM to 4 PM; check website for exact date
Cost:	$75
Off-leash area:	No

Another event put on by the Humane Society
You and your pup can do a self-guided tour of four wineries
Different wineries participate each year
Designated drivers attend for free

15. Dogtoberfest

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Address:	? 915 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214
Open times:	September 30th, 12 PM to 4 PM
Cost:	$30
Off-leash area:	No

Fundraiser for an animal blood bank
Doggie costume contest
Drink beer, create art with your dog, check out vendors, and more
Can get tickets online or just walk up

The Great Outdoors

You’ll be spending a lot of time outside with your canine companion to get in their daily exercise, but are there places to hike in Portland? There are, and some of these hiking spots are unique!

16. Tryon State Park

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Address:	? Southwest Portland, Portland, OR 97219
Open times:	Open for day use year-round
Cost:	Free
Off-leash area:	No

8 miles of interconnective hiking trails
Some trails are quite narrow
Dogs must be restrained at all times, either on a leash or in your arms/backpack
Watch out for horses on trails

17. Powell Butte

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Address:	? 16160 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97236
Open times:	5 AM to 10 PM daily
Cost:	Free
Off-leash area:	No

Dogs must remain leashed at all times
Wide open spaces
Can see an extinct cinder cone volcano
611 acres with lots of wildlife

18. Warrior Point Trail

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Address:	? 38151 A&B NW Reeder Rd, Portland, OR 97231
Open times:	5 AM to 10 PM daily
Cost:	$10/day
Off-leash area:	No

1 miles hike
Popular spot for hiking and birding, so may be a lot of people
Can hike to see the tiny Warrior Rock Lighthouse
Might see a sea lion

Dog Parks

Finally, you can’t possibly visit a new city without a trip or three to the dog park! Here are some of the best Portland has to offer.

19. Sellwood Off-Leash Dog Park

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Address:	? 7987 Southeast Grand Avenue, Portland, OR 97202
Open times:	Dusk till dawn daily
Cost:	Free
Off-leash area:	Yes

Waterfront off-leash area
Pup can run on the beach or play in the water
There are also several hiking trails in the park
Dogs must stay on leash on trails

20. Fern-Hill Park

Address:	? 6010 NE 37th Ave, Portland, OR 97211
Open times:	5 AM to midnight
Cost:	Free
Off-leash area:	Yes, in designated areas

Park contains a 4-acre off-leash dog park
One of the top-rated dog parks in Portland
Lots of hills and trees
Also has picnic areas and sports fields

21. Gabriel Off-Leash Dog Park Summer

Address:	? 7000-7198 SW 45th Ave, Portland, OR 97219
Open times:	5 AM to Midnight
Cost:	Free
Off-leash area:	Yes, in designated areas

Has a summer and winter dog park
Nature path and skatepark in the park
One of the largest fenced-in dog parks in Portland
Park is open until midnight, but parking lot closes at 10 PM

22. Wallace Off-Leash Dog Park

Address:	? 1628 NW 25th Ave, Portland, OR 97210
Open times:	5 AM to Midnight
Cost:	Free
Off-leash area:	Yes, in designated areas

Has a fenced-in off-leash dog park inside the park
Fantastic spot for having a picnic or a game of Frisbee
Regular park has a playground for the kiddos
Park has hidden art

23. Good Dog Park

Address:	? 1411 SE Stark St, Portland, OR 97214
Open times:	10 AM to 6 PM
Cost:	$6/dog for 30 minutes
Off-leash area:	Yes

Pet shop with a small indoor dog park
Need to book a session online
Must stay with your pup at all times
No kids under 12 allowed in park area

24. Chimney Park

Address:	? 9360 N Columbia Blvd, Portland, OR 97203
Open times:	5 AM to Midnight
Cost:	Free
Off-leash area:	Yes, in designated area

Off-leash dog park within 18.39-acre park
Dog park is on the large side
Has separate sections for small and large dogs, but dogs still roam freely
Water stations for dogs in the park

25. Luuwit View Dog Park

Address:	? NE 127th and NE Fremont St, Portland, OR 97230
Open times:	5 AM to Midnight
Cost:	Free
Off-leash area:	Yes, in designated area

Off-leash dog park situated in a 16-acre park
Park has a fantastic view of Mt. St. Helens
Dog park has two gated entrances
Water stations for dogs in the park

Conclusion

Portland, Oregon, is pretty dog-friendly as far as cities go! When you and your dog vacation here, you won’t be at a loss for what to do. You can take your pup shopping, wine and dine, enjoy dog-centered events, and, of course, spend time outdoors hiking or at the dog park.

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