Dog walks in University Village, New York

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central University Village, you'll find 44 parks covering about 452 acres, 5 off-leash dog areas, and 0.7 miles of named walking paths.

44Parks nearby

452Acres of parks

5Off-leash areas

0.7Trail miles

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

Parks near University Village

Hudson River Park413 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash areaLeashed dogs welcome
Washington Square Park11 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Union Square Park6.4 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Sara D. Roosevelt Park9 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
James J Walker Park1.3 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
William E. Passannante Ballfield0.6 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
Vesuvio Playground0.6 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
Spring Street Park0.6 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near University Village

Robin Kovary Run for Small Dogs0.1 acres · 0.2 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Washington Square Park Dog Run0.18 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
The Fi Office0.17 acres · 0.4 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Leroy Street Dog Run0.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Union Square Dog Run0.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 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

Hudson River Park Esplanade0.7 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

41 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
1 mapped dog waste station along the way.
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.

University Village dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in University Village?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central University Village are Hudson River Park (413 acres), Washington Square Park (11 acres) and Union Square Park (6.4 acres). For a longer walk, try the Hudson River Park Esplanade. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near University Village?

Yes. Robin Kovary Run for Small Dogs is about 0.2 miles from the neighborhood center, and 4 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.