Dog walks in Kips Bay, New York

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Kips Bay, you'll find 19 parks covering about 30 acres, 5 off-leash dog areas, and 2 miles of named walking paths.

19Parks nearby

30Acres of parks

5Off-leash areas

2Trail miles

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

Parks near Kips Bay

Madison Square Park7.2 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Union Square Park6.4 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Asser Levy Playground2.4 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
Bellevue South Park1.6 acres · 0.1 mi (about 1 min walk) · Open in MapsLeashed dogs welcome
Robert Moses Playground1.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Stuyvesant Square3.6 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Stuyvesant Cove Park2 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in MapsLeashed dogs welcome
Peter's Field0.9 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Kips Bay

Stuyvesant Park Dog Run0.38 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
New Wave Pier Dog Run0.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
New Wave Pier Small Dog Run0.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Jemmy's Dog Run0.16 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Robert Moses Playground Dog Run0.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 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

East River Esplanade1.1 mi within a 15-minute walk
Stuyvesant Oval0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
Stuyvesant Walk0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
New Wave Pier0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

24 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.

Kips Bay dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Kips Bay?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Kips Bay are Madison Square Park (7.2 acres), Union Square Park (6.4 acres) and Asser Levy Playground (2.4 acres). For a longer walk, try the East River Esplanade. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Kips Bay?

Yes. Stuyvesant Park Dog Run is about 0.6 miles from the neighborhood center, and 4 more off-leash areas are 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.