Dog walks in Chillum Heights, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Chillum Heights, you'll find 7 parks covering about 184 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 2 miles of named walking paths.

7Parks nearby

184Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

2Trail miles

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

Parks near Chillum Heights

Fort Circle Park114 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Chillum Park17 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
Green Meadows Park16 acres · 0.2 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Heurich Community Park19 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Kirkwood Park9.5 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Avondale Neighborhood Park5.2 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
North Michigan Park Recreation Center3.3 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Chillum Heights

Heurich Dog Park0.84 acres · 0.7 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

Rachel Carson Greenway Trail1.1 mi within a 15-minute walk
Sligo Creek Trail0.9 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

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.

Chillum Heights dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Chillum Heights?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Chillum Heights are Fort Circle Park (114 acres), Chillum Park (17 acres) and Green Meadows Park (16 acres). For a longer walk, try the Rachel Carson Greenway Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Chillum Heights?

Yes. Heurich Dog Park is about 0.7 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.