Dog walks in Murray Hill, New York

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Murray Hill, you'll find 23 parks covering about 30 acres, 4 off-leash dog areas, and 1 miles of named walking paths.

23Parks nearby

30Acres of parks

4Off-leash areas

1Trail miles

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

Parks near Murray Hill

Madison Square Park7.2 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Bryant Park5.8 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Robert Moses Playground1.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
United Nations Garden8.2 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Pershing Square0.7 acres · 0.2 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Bellevue South Park1.6 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in MapsLeashed dogs welcome
Saint Vartan Park0.5 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Dag Hammarskjold Plaza1.2 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Murray Hill

New Wave Pier Dog Run0.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
New Wave Pier Small Dog Run0.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Robert Moses Playground Dog Run0.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Jemmy's Dog Run0.16 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

East River Esplanade0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
Northeast Passage0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
New Wave Pier0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
East 47th Street0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

28 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.

Murray Hill dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Murray Hill?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Murray Hill are Madison Square Park (7.2 acres), Bryant Park (5.8 acres) and Robert Moses Playground (1.1 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 Murray Hill?

Yes. New Wave Pier Dog Run is about 0.5 miles from the neighborhood center, and 3 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.