Can my dog be off-leash at Golden Gardens Park Off-Leash Area?

Yes — Golden Gardens Park Off-Leash Area is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.

Is Golden Gardens Park Off-Leash Area fenced?

Yes — Golden Gardens Park Off-Leash Area is fully enclosed.

Is Golden Gardens Park Off-Leash Area free?

Yes — Golden Gardens Park Off-Leash Area is free to access. Park lot and street parking off Seaview Pl NW.

Where can my dog be off-leash right now?

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Fenced dog park · Ballard · 8498 Seaview Pl NW, Seattle, WA 98117

Golden Gardens Park Off-Leash Area

A popular one-acre fenced off-leash area in a wooded grove in the upper northern portion of Golden Gardens Park. Wood-chip surface with scattered trees, benches, and a small covered area for rainy days.

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
None
Size
1 acre
Hours
Off-leash during park hours (≈4 AM–11 PM)
Surface
Grass / dirt

Parking & access

Park lot and street parking off Seaview Pl NW.

Good to know

The upper off-leash area is separate from (and above) the famous beach — dogs are NOT allowed on Golden Gardens beach itself.
Fully fenced with a double gate; a dog drinking fountain is on site.
Parking and a restroom nearby; wood-chip surface.

About Golden Gardens Park Off-Leash Area

Golden Gardens Park Off-Leash Area is a free fenced dog park in Seattle, Washington where dogs are off-leash year-round. It's fully fenced. Size: 1 acre.

Rules verified · source: Seattle Parks & Recreation