Dog walks in Inwood, New York

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Inwood, you'll find 16 parks covering about 594 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 1.3 miles of named walking paths.

16Parks nearby

594Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

1.3Trail miles

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

Parks near Inwood

Inwood Hill Park194 acres · 0.1 mi (about 1 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Fort Washington Park150 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Fort Tryon Park70 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Highbridge Park131 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Isham Park11 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
Roberto Clemente State Park24 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Spuyten Duyvil Shorefront Park6.3 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
University Woods Park4.4 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Inwood

Homer's Run0.18 acres · 0.1 mi (about 3 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

Fort Washington Park Greenway0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Overlook Path0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Alpine Garden Trail0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Skills Loop0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk
Hessian Hill0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

10 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
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.

Inwood dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Inwood?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Inwood are Inwood Hill Park (194 acres), Fort Washington Park (150 acres) and Fort Tryon Park (70 acres). For a longer walk, try the Fort Washington Park Greenway. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Inwood?

Yes. Homer's Run is about 0.1 miles from the neighborhood center. 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.