Dog walks in Park Slope, New York

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Park Slope, you'll find 10 parks covering about 473 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 0.8 miles of named walking paths.

10Parks nearby

473Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

0.8Trail miles

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

Parks near Park Slope

Prospect Park465 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash areaLeashed dogs welcome
Washington Park3.4 acres · 0.1 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Detective Joseph Mayrose Park1.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Ennis Playground0.6 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Park Slope Playground1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Gowanus Waterfront Park0.6 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Lowe's Esplanade0.5 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Green Space @ President Street0.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Park Slope

Washington Park dog area0.12 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 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

Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
Whole Foods Promenade0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

14 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.

Park Slope dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Park Slope?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Park Slope are Prospect Park (465 acres), Washington Park (3.4 acres) and Detective Joseph Mayrose Park (1.1 acres). For a longer walk, try the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Park Slope?

Yes. Washington Park dog area is about 0.2 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.