Off-Leash Dog Parks in Washington, DC

There are 7 off-leash dog parks in Washington. Use the links below to get an overview of each one, see pictures, print directions, and even read reviews from other dog owners. Coming from out of town? Get a discounted rate on pet friendly hotels in Washington.

Pet Friendly Montrose Park
Montrose Park Bring your leashed pup to the super dog-friendly Montrose Park, considered one of Washington DC's s best-kept dog-loving secrets. Take a walk with Fido among the 16 acres that overlook Georgetown. Check out the mature canopy trees and the monument dedicated to Sarah Louise Rittenhouse for establishing the park. See Details
Pet Friendly Walter Pierce Park Dog Park
Walter Pierce Park Dog Park Walter Pierce Park Dog Park is a small space where Fido is welcome to play off leash in Washington, DC. Also called Adams Morgan Dog Park, this popular park gives pups an opportunity to socialize and play in a securely fenced area. See Details
Newark Street Dog Park Bring Fido to Newark Street Dog Park in Washington, DC, to play off-leash. The Park features two separate play areas with two separate entrances, a crushed granite surface, benches, a shade shelter, water fountains for people and pets, waste disposal stations, and toys. Park capacity is twenty-two dogs. When the park is at capacity and others are waiting, handlers are allowed thirty minutes in the park with their pets. Newark Street Dog Park's hours vary seasonally, so dog owners should check its website before planning their outing. See Details
Shaw Dog Park Visit Shaw Dog Park and allow Fido to play off leash in Washington, DC. The gravel space is divided into two sections designated for large and small breeds. Each area is fully fenced and equipped with bench seating and waste receptacles. See Details
S Street Dog Park Bring Fido to S Street Dog Park, a fenced off-leash area in Washington, DC. This compact park features artificial turf and bench seating where owners can watch their pups at play. See Details
Dog Daze Social Club Dog Daze Social Club is a pet-friendly attraction in Washington, DC. This local hangout features fun for the whole family, including four-legged members. Dogs can play and socialize off leash in the 6,000 sq ft garden featuring Pup Patrol to ensure all canines enjoy their experience. From morning to night, owners can treat themselves to a bite from the restaurant alongside the garden, which offers coffee and breakfast options as well as Chicago-style pizza and more for lunch and dinner. Day passes are required for the garden. See Details
Lansburgh Dog Park Bring Fido to play at Lansburgh Dog Park in Washington, DC. The park is completely fenced and features separate areas for large and small dogs. Bowls, water for dogs, and waste bags are provided. See Details
Dog Park at Maryland City Park Your pet will enjoy meeting other pups at the dog park at Maryland City Park in Laurel, MD. This fenced, off-leash area includes separate sections for large and small dogs as well as running water and benches. Pets must be leashed outside of the gated area. See Details
Glencarlyn Park Off Leash Area Glencarlyn Park in Arlington, VA, includes an off-leash area for Fido. It's located near a wooded area with a rocky creek. Bring Fido to cool off on a hot day or let him meet other pups. Be careful as the park is not fenced. See Details
Dog Park at Cabin John Regional Park Bring your pet to the dog park at Cabin John Regional Park in Bethesda, MD. This fenced area offers Fido the opportunity to make friends while enjoying some off-leash play. Surrounded by woods, this shaded park features a water fountain and picnic shelter with seating. There's also a wooded trail outside of the fenced area where leashed dogs are welcome to enjoy a walk with you. See Details
Founders Park Off-Leash Area Founders Park is a great spot for Fido to run and play off leash in Alexandria, VA. There is a designated area of the park for the Fido to de-leash. It's not fenced but it features spacious, grassy areas, rocky terrain, and even water nearby if your pup wants to swim. Remember to clean up after your pup. See Details
Dog Park at Eugene Simpson Stadium Park Eugene Simpson Stadium Park includes an off-leash dog park for Fido to run and play in Alexandria, VA. The space is fully fenced and gravel covered with benches, water hoses, kiddie pools, and waste stations. See Details
Ellsworth Urban Dog Park Ellsworth Urban Dog Park in Silver Spring, MD consists of two separate, fully enclosed and ADA-compliant exercise areas: a small dog area (approximately 2,800 square feet) intended for dogs under 20 pounds and a large dog area (approximately 17,000 square feet) intended for healthy, well-socialized dogs over 20 pounds. Each enclosure includes a drinking fountain, hose bib or quick coupler connection, artificial turf play mound, benches, shared shade structure, trash receptacles, and a variety of surface materials. See Details
Snouts & Stouts Check out Snouts & Stouts, Arlington, VA's only indoor dog park and bar! Here, your pup can run around off-leash while you enjoy a delicious beverage. They use special turf to ensure cleanliness and have a Dog Patrol to keep things in order, so you can just sit back and relax while Fido has fun. A membership is required to enter with a dog, humans enter for free. See Details
Southern Area Dog Park Fido is invited to play at the Southern Area Dog Park in Riverfront Park of Fort Washington, MD. This fully fenced facility is the first in its area, providing two separate sections for large and small dogs. Amenities include double entry gates, drinking fountains, various surface areas, agility features and more. See Details
Dog Park at Shirlington Park Shirlington Park's dog park is a very large park with gates that lead to a stream in Arlington, VA. The park has separate areas for large and small dogs to play, a paved path in the middle, picnic tables, water spigots, and waste stations. See Details
Dog Run Park at Carlyle Dog Run Park at Carlyle is a great spot for Fido to run and play off leash in Alexandria, VA. It's fully fenced and gravel covered with double-gated entry for safe de-leashing. Amenities include benches, water fountains, and trash receptacles. Remember to bring your own waste bags for Fido. Also, be careful as it can get muddy after rain. See Details
Dr. Bruce Morley Dog Playground Dr. Bruce Morley Dog Playground, located at the 4.6-acre Leo E. Wilson Community Park, is an off-leash area for pups in Laurel, MD. A membership is required to access the dog park and can be purchased at the Parks and Recreation office at the Laurel Municipal Center. There are separate fenced sections for both small and large dogs as well as a canine water fountain, shade, benches, grass, and trees. See Details
Rockville Dog Park at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park Rockville pooches will love the chance to play at this residents-only fenced Rockville Dog Park at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park in King Farm. It's a great place to get some off-leash exercise. Water fountains, a Mutt Mitt™ Station, benches, and picnic tables are also available. The park is locked and restricted to Rockville residents only whose dog(s) are licensed with the City of Rockville. See Details
Greenbelt Dog Park Dogs are welcome to play off leash at Greenbelt Dog Park in Greenbelt, MD. This fenced area features benches and agility equipment. A permit is required for both residents and non-residents and proof of current vaccinations as well as a county license must be provided to Greenbelt Animal Control prior to visiting. See Details
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