Can my dog be off-leash at Schuylkill River Park Dog Run?

Yes — Schuylkill River Park Dog Run is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.

Is Schuylkill River Park Dog Run fenced?

Yes — Schuylkill River Park Dog Run is fully enclosed.

Is Schuylkill River Park Dog Run free?

Yes — Schuylkill River Park Dog Run is free to access. Street parking in Fitler Square / Center City West.

Fenced dog park · Center City / Fitler Square · 25th & Spruce Sts, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Schuylkill River Park Dog Run

One of Philly's best-known dog parks, tucked into Schuylkill River Park by the Markward Rec Center. It has two separate fenced turf runs and got a full upgrade in 2025 (new turf, drainage and added west-wall fencing).

Off-leash · always

Off-leash right now?

Off-leash anytime

Leash-free whenever the spot is open.

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The facts

Off-leash
Off-leash · always
Fenced
Yes — enclosed
Water
Fountain on site
Size
Two fenced runs (all dogs; + small/older under 25 lb)
Hours
Off-leash all day · open 24 hours
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Street parking in Fitler Square / Center City West.

Good to know

Two separate fenced areas: one for all dogs, one for older/disabled/small dogs under 25 lb.
City-authorized run managed by Friends of Schuylkill River Park; the ~$75/yr membership is optional support, not required to enter.
Follow Pennsylvania vaccination requirements; rules are posted at the gate.

Verified off-leash rules

Rules verified · source: Philadelphia Parks & Recreation / Friends of Schuylkill River Park