Dog walks in Norwood, New York

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Norwood, you'll find 11 parks covering about 1,931 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 3.8 miles of named walking paths.

11Parks nearby

1,931Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

3.8Trail miles

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

Parks near Norwood

Van Cortlandt Park1,139 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Bronx Park709 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Bronx River Parkway110 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Moshulu Parkway70 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Williamsbridge Oval20 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
Harris Park13 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Jerome Park6.9 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Whalen Park0.3 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Norwood

Van Cortlandt Park dog area0.1 acres · 0.5 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

Mosholu-Pelham Greenway1.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Bronx River Greenway1.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Red Trail0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
Blue Trail0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
Shoelace Park Greenway0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

6 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.

Norwood dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Norwood?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Norwood are Van Cortlandt Park (1,139 acres), Bronx Park (709 acres) and Bronx River Parkway (110 acres). For a longer walk, try the Mosholu-Pelham Greenway. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Norwood?

Yes. Van Cortlandt Park dog area is about 0.5 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.