Outdoors NearbyDog parks in Washington, D.C., DC
22 dog parks in Washington, D.C., DC: 7 fenced. On the map, 12 have a drinking fountain, 6 have picnic tables or a shelter and 3 have a soccer field.
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Washington, D.C. off-leash areas: hours and rules
| License or permit | Annual DC dog license from DC Health Animal Services; fee not stated on DPR brochure |
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| Vaccinations | Rabies and distemper required by 4 months and kept current |
- Do not bring dogs that are aggressive toward other dogs
- Leash required outside designated DPR dog parks
- Pick up waste and bin it (fines $150-$2,000)
- No dogs in children's play areas or on athletic fields
Source: dpr.dc.gov, the official site for Washington, D.C.. Dates and rules can change mid-season, so look at the signs on site.
From OpenStreetMap. Hours and rules in Washington, D.C. are set by the city, so check the signs or the parks website before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
How many dog parks are in Washington, D.C.?
We list 22 dog parks in Washington, D.C. and 8 more within 20 miles.
Where are the dog parks in Washington, D.C.?
Fort Circle Park Dog Park, Rock Creek & Potomac Parkway Dog Park, Bruce Monroe Community Park Dog Run, Langdon Dog Park, Newark Street Dog Park and Takoma Dog Park and 13 more.
Is there a fenced dog park in Washington, D.C.?
Yes, Fort Circle Park Dog Park, Bruce Monroe Community Park Dog Run, Langdon Dog Park, Newark Street Dog Park and Lansburgh Dog Park are mapped as fenced.
Which dog parks in Washington, D.C. have drinking water?
Rock Creek & Potomac Parkway Dog Park, Bruce Monroe Community Park Dog Run, Langdon Dog Park, Newark Street Dog Park and Takoma Dog Park and 7 more have a drinking fountain on the map.
Where can you have a picnic near the dog parks in Washington, D.C.?
Fort Circle Park Dog Park, Rock Creek & Potomac Parkway Dog Park, Bruce Monroe Community Park Dog Run, Upshur Dog Park and Virginia Avenue Park Dog Park and 1 more have picnic tables, and 6 of them a covered shelter.
Do you need a license or permit for dog parks in Washington, D.C.?
Annual DC dog license from DC Health Animal Services; fee not stated on DPR brochure. Rabies and distemper required by 4 months and kept current.
Are there more dog parks near Washington, D.C.?
The closest outside town: Shaw Dog Park in Shaw (1 mi), Bundy Dog Park in Shaw (1 mi) and LeDroit Park Dog Park in Bloomingdale (1 mi).