Sellwood Riverfront Park
Huge off-leash run with river swims and beach access
About this park
A waterfront off-leash area on the Willamette where dogs wade, swim, and run along a grassy bank with direct beach access. The park sits at the junction of the Springwater Corridor and the riverfront paths, and a dock, picnic lawn, and the Sellwood Bridge view round out the scene.
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What visitors say
Synthesized from 1906 Google reviewsVisitors rave about the size of the off-leash area, the easy river access for dogs who love to swim, and the trail connections that let you extend a quick walk into a full riverside loop. The view of the Sellwood Bridge is a recurring favorite.
Summer weekends draw kayakers, picnickers, and a big cross-section of dog owners. Expect a lively scene rather than a quiet one.
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Before you go
Parking fills fast on warm days, so arrive early or bike in via the Springwater Corridor. Rinse your dog after river swims; the Willamette isn't always swimming-clean.
