What is the address and pet fee for Forest Park Leif Erikson Trail?

Address: NW Thurman St, Portland, OR 97210, USA (Northwest Hills, Portland). Pet fee: No extra pet fee.

What are the operating hours and weight limits for Forest Park Leif Erikson Trail?

Hours (America/Los_Angeles): 07:00 - 21:00. Weight limit: No weight limit stated.

What should dog owners bring when visiting Forest Park Leif Erikson Trail?

Keep dogs on a 6-foot (2m) leash on shared trails and yield to hikers and cyclists.

Forest Park Leif Erikson Trail

Park & Trail · 📍 Portland (Northwest Hills)

Dogs Allowed (Verified)

🦮 Leash Required ✓ No Pet Fee

💰 Free Entry 🌳 Shaded Walks 🌲 Forest & National Parks 🟢 Short Walk (≤1.2 km)

Friendliness 🐾🐾🐾🐾 (4/5 · Quality ★ 10.0/10)

📷 Photo Gallery

Forest Park Leif Erikson Trail in Portland — verified photo 1 — Source: wikimedia_commons_geosearch

🚶 Walk Course Metrics

📊 Estimated

1.2 km

Distance

22 min

Est. Time

🟢 Easy

Difficulty

👣 Surface Type trail

📋 Day Trip Combo 9.6 km (6.0 mi) away

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Forest Park Leif Erikson Trail

Park & Trail

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Normandale Park Fenced Dog Enclosures

Dog Park & Off-Leash

🗺️ Directions

💬 Curator Summary

Forest Park Leif Erikson Trail is an official public park and trail destination in Northwest Hills, Portland (US), with verified pet access pathways and outdoor walking areas.

🐾 Official Policy Evidence

✓ 10.0/10 Verified

Dogs are permitted on park trails and lawns; leash required, no extra pet fee.

🕐 Local Hours (America/Los_Angeles) 07:00 - 21:00

💰 Pet Fee No extra pet fee

⚖️ Weight Limit No weight limit stated

👥 Max Pets Allowed No fixed cap stated

🐕 Allowed Species dogs

📍 Permitted Areas on leash park areas

🦮 Leash Policy Leash Required (≤2m / 6ft)

💉 Vaccination Proof Standard Local Tag

📅 Last Verified 2026-11-05 · government_api ↗

🌳 Municipal & National Public Park Baseline Rules

Keep dogs on a ≤6ft (2m) leash outside fenced off-leash runs.
Carry waste bags and dispose of waste in designated receptacles.
Respect wildlife protection buffers and seasonal beach/trail hours.

⏰ Best Visit & Timing Tips

Keep dogs on a 6-foot (2m) leash on shared trails and yield to hikers and cyclists.
Check pavement and trail surface temperatures during midday hours.

🐕 Must-Check Before Visiting

Leash required — keep a ≤2m (6ft) lead in shared pathways and entrances.
Always carry waste bags and portable water for your dog.
Approach other dogs calmly and respect space around dining patios and trail junctions.