Dog walks in Union Square, New York

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Union Square, you'll find 29 parks covering about 48 acres, 6 off-leash dog areas, and 0.7 miles of named walking paths.

29Parks nearby

48Acres of parks

6Off-leash areas

0.7Trail miles

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

Parks near Union Square

Union Square Park6.4 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Washington Square Park11 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Madison Square Park7.2 acres · 0.4 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Tompkins Square Park10 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash areaDogs welcome
Stuyvesant Square3.6 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
Asser Levy Playground2.4 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Peter's Field0.9 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Union Square

Union Square Dog Run0.1 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
Stuyvesant Park Dog Run0.38 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Jemmy's Dog Run0.16 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
The Fi Office0.17 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Robin Kovary Run for Small Dogs0.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Washington Square Park Dog Run0.18 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

Stuyvesant Oval0.4 mi within a 15-minute walk
Stuyvesant Walk0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
14th Street/6th Avenue-7th Subway transfer0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

29 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.

Union Square dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Union Square?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Union Square are Union Square Park (6.4 acres), Washington Square Park (11 acres) and Madison Square Park (7.2 acres). For a longer walk, try the Stuyvesant Oval. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Union Square?

Yes. Union Square Dog Run is right in the neighborhood, and 5 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.