Dog walks in Lincoln Square, New York

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Lincoln Square, you'll find 19 parks covering about 1,383 acres, 5 off-leash dog areas, and 2.7 miles of named walking paths.

19Parks nearby

1,383Acres of parks

5Off-leash areas

2.7Trail miles

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

Parks near Lincoln Square

Hudson River Park413 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash areaLeashed dogs welcome
Central Park845 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in MapsLeashed dogs welcome
Riverside Park75 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Riverside Park South25 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash areaLeashed dogs welcome
DeWitt Clinton Park5.8 acres · 0.5 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Theodore Roosevelt Park11 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Robert Moses Plaza0.8 acres · 0.1 mi (about 2 min walk) · Open in Maps
Pier 972.2 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Lincoln Square

Small Dog Park0.1 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Large dog park0.1 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
DeWitt Clinton Park dog area0.15 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
West 72nd Street Dog Run0.3 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Riverside Park South Dog Run0.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 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

Riverside Park South Esplanade0.7 mi within a 15-minute walk
Former Drive0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Nell Singer Lilac Walk0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Strawberry Fields0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
6½ Avenue0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Wallach Walk0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

40 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.

Lincoln Square dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Lincoln Square?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Lincoln Square are Hudson River Park (413 acres), Central Park (845 acres) and Riverside Park (75 acres). For a longer walk, try the Riverside Park South Esplanade. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Lincoln Square?

Yes. Small Dog Park is about 0.4 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.