DogMapOpen dog park · St. Johns / N · N Edison St & Pittsburg Ave, Portland, OR 97203
Cathedral Park Off-Leash Area
A scenic riverfront park beneath the St. Johns Bridge with an unfenced off-leash area and Willamette River access. Off-leash is allowed only during the hours posted on-site, so read the signs before unclipping.
Off-leash · set hoursThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · set hours
- FencedNo — open
- WaterWillamette River
- SizeUnfenced area within the riverfront park
- HoursOff-leash during posted hours only — check on-site signs
- SurfaceSand / grass
Parking & access
Lot and street parking at Cathedral Park.
Good to know
- Unfenced — off-leash is time-restricted to posted hours, not all day.
- Willamette riverfront with a boat ramp and dock; dogs can reach the water, but it’s a shared/working shoreline.
- Iconic views under the St. Johns Bridge; busy on summer weekends and during events.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: Portland Parks & Recreation (PRK-1.22 + park page)
Cathedral Park Off-Leash Area: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Cathedral Park Off-Leash Area?
- Off-leash is allowed only during posted hours: Off-leash during posted hours only — check on-site signs.
- Is Cathedral Park Off-Leash Area fenced?
- No — Cathedral Park Off-Leash Area is open/unfenced, so reliable recall is recommended.
- Can my dog swim at Cathedral Park Off-Leash Area?
- Yes — Cathedral Park Off-Leash Area has willamette river water for dogs to swim in.
- Is Cathedral Park Off-Leash Area free?
- Yes — Cathedral Park Off-Leash Area is free to access. Lot and street parking at Cathedral Park.