Dog walks in Chinatown, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Chinatown, you'll find 32 parks covering about 318 acres and 1 off-leash dog area.

32Parks nearby

318Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

0Trail miles

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

Parks near Chinatown

National Mall173 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
The White House and President's Park70 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Senate Park15 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Union Square13 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Mount Vernon Square3.1 acres · 0.1 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in Maps
Franklin Square5.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden6.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Lower Senate Park6.4 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Chinatown

Bundy Dog Park0.1 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.

Good to know

8 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.

Chinatown dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Chinatown?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Chinatown are National Mall (173 acres), The White House and President's Park (70 acres) and Senate Park (15 acres). Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Chinatown?

Yes. Bundy 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.