Dog walks in Arlington Forest, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Arlington Forest, you'll find 12 parks covering about 88 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 4.3 miles of named walking paths.

12Parks nearby

88Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

4.3Trail miles

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

Parks near Arlington Forest

Bluemont Park55 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Lubber Run Park4.8 acres · 0.2 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in Maps
Alcova Heights Park13 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Arlington Hall West Park6.7 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Arlington Forest Park2 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
Fields Park2.6 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Henry Wright Park0.6 acres · 0.2 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Mosaic Park1.7 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in MapsLeashed dogs welcome

Off-leash dog areas near Arlington Forest

Glencarlyn Dog Park0.6 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

Four Mile Run Trail1.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Washington & Old Dominion Trail1.1 mi within a 15-minute walk
Bluemont Junction Trail0.8 mi within a 15-minute walk
Lubber Run Trail0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
BlueMount Junction Off-Road Connector0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Rough Woods Trail0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

6 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
Washington, D.C. summers are hot and humid, so plan walks early or late, and winter can bring icy sidewalks. Off-leash play is limited to designated dog parks.
Planning the day's walk? See how long to walk your dog, check if it's too hot or too cold.

Arlington Forest dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Arlington Forest?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Arlington Forest are Bluemont Park (55 acres), Lubber Run Park (4.8 acres) and Alcova Heights Park (13 acres). For a longer walk, try the Four Mile Run Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Arlington Forest?

Yes. Glencarlyn Dog Park 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.