Dog walks in Bloomingdale, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Bloomingdale, you'll find 19 parks covering about 52 acres, 3 off-leash dog areas, and 0.8 miles of named walking paths.

19Parks nearby

52Acres of parks

3Off-leash areas

0.8Trail miles

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

Parks near Bloomingdale

LeDroit Park3.1 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Banneker Recreation Center12 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Harry Thomas Senior Recreation Center4.6 acres · 0.2 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Reservoir Park6.3 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Upper Quad5.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
K.C. Lewis Recreation Center2.2 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Edgewood Recreation Center4.8 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Crispus Attucks Park1 acres · 0.1 mi (about 1 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Bloomingdale

LeDroit Park dog area0.18 acres · 0.2 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Bundy Dog Park0.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Eckington Dog Park0.17 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 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

Metropolitan Branch Trail0.8 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

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

Bloomingdale dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Bloomingdale?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Bloomingdale are LeDroit Park (3.1 acres), Banneker Recreation Center (12 acres) and Harry Thomas Senior Recreation Center (4.6 acres). For a longer walk, try the Metropolitan Branch Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Bloomingdale?

Yes. LeDroit Park dog area is about 0.2 miles from the neighborhood center, and 2 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.