Dog walks in Riverdale, New York

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Riverdale, you'll find 9 parks covering about 1,059 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 1.7 miles of named walking paths.

9Parks nearby

1,059Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

1.7Trail miles

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

Parks near Riverdale

Van Cortlandt Park1,139 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Riverdale Park29 acres · 0.4 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Riverdale Park20 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Vinmont Veteran Park4.5 acres · 0.1 mi (about 2 min walk) · Open in Maps
Frank S Hackett Park1.2 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
Riverdale Park2.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Brust Park2.2 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Jones Lawn0.4 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Riverdale

Canine Court0.31 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 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

Red Trail0.9 mi within a 15-minute walk
John Muir Trail0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
Yonkers Branch0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

7 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.

Riverdale dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Riverdale?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Riverdale are Van Cortlandt Park (1,139 acres), Riverdale Park (29 acres) and Riverdale Park (20 acres). For a longer walk, try the Red Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Riverdale?

Yes. Canine Court 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.