Schuylkill River Trail
2401 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
75 miles of trails
Along Philadelphia's Schuylkill River Trail, leashed dogs trot past river views on the shaded path. Features include water access points, benches for rests, parking lots, restrooms, and trash cans for cleanup. Keep your dog leashed throughout the 75-mile route.
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- Park
- Schuylkill River Trail
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Coordinates
- 39.9533, -75.1822
- Trail miles
- 75
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (3,210 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.5 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:Yes
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 3,210 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 75 miles of trail
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Dog policy
Iconic 75-mile rail-trail along the Schuylkill River. Leashed dogs welcome on entire trail.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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