Dog walks in Mott Haven, New York

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Mott Haven, you'll find 32 parks covering about 282 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 3.3 miles of named walking paths.

32Parks nearby

282Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

3.3Trail miles

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

Parks near Mott Haven

Randalls Island Park212 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Saint Mary's Park35 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Harlem River Drive Park6 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Willis Playground1.6 acres · 0.1 mi (about 2 min walk) · Open in Maps
Harlem River Park3.7 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Carlos J Lozada Playground1 acres · 0.1 mi (about 2 min walk) · Open in Maps
Governor Smith Playground4.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Pulaski Park1.5 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Mott Haven

Saint Mary's Park dog area0.19 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 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

3rd Avenue Bridge0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
RFK North Side Path0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
RFK south side walkway0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
Harlem River Drive Greenway0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Madison Avenue Bridge0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
East 136th Street0.2 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.

Mott Haven dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Mott Haven?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Mott Haven are Randalls Island Park (212 acres), Saint Mary's Park (35 acres) and Harlem River Drive Park (6 acres). For a longer walk, try the 3rd Avenue Bridge. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Mott Haven?

Yes. Saint Mary's Park dog area is about 0.6 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.