Dog walks in Carroll Gardens, New York

The parks, off-leash dog areas, and trails within about a 15-minute walk of central Carroll Gardens.

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Carroll Gardens, you'll find 15 parks covering about 60 acres, 2 off-leash dog areas, and 1.1 miles of named walking paths.

15Parks nearby

60Acres of parks

2Off-leash areas

1.1Trail miles

Map of parks, dog areas, and walking paths within about a 15-minute walk of Carroll Gardens, New York — Neighborhood center Parks Dog areas Walking paths Water fountains ~15-minute walk

Parks near Carroll Gardens

Red Hook Park40 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Washington Park3.4 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
DiMattina Playground1.6 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Coffey Park8.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in MapsLeashed dogs welcome
Carroll Park2 acres · 0.1 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in Maps
Gowanus Waterfront Park0.6 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Lowe's Esplanade0.5 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Sackett Place0.4 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Carroll Gardens

DiMattina Playground Dog Run0.26 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Washington Park dog area0.12 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash hours and rules vary by park. Always check the posted signs before letting your dog off leash.

Walking paths and trails

Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Van Brunt Street0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Whole Foods Promenade0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Columbia Street Greenway0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk
Hamilton Avenue Footbridge0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk
Degraw Street0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

21 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
1 mapped dog waste station along the way.
New York summers are hot and humid, and winters bring snow and salted sidewalks, so time walks for cooler hours and wipe paws after winter walks. In many NYC parks, dogs can be off-leash in designated areas before 9 a.m. and after 9 p.m. Outside those hours and areas, leashes are required, so check the posted rules for each park.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog, check if it's too hot or too cold.

Carroll Gardens dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Carroll Gardens?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Carroll Gardens are Red Hook Park (40 acres), Washington Park (3.4 acres) and DiMattina Playground (1.6 acres). For a longer walk, try the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Carroll Gardens?

Yes. DiMattina Playground Dog Run is about 0.4 miles from the neighborhood center, and 1 more off-leash area is within a 15-minute walk. Check posted hours and rules before you go.

Park, trail, and amenity data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), as of September 18, 2026. Distances are straight-line from the neighborhood's center point, so actual walking routes are a little longer. Parks marked as closed to dogs in OpenStreetMap are left out, but rules change, so follow posted signs.