Dog walks in Claremont, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Claremont, you'll find 9 parks covering about 155 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 2.9 miles of named walking paths.

9Parks nearby

155Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

2.9Trail miles

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

Parks near Claremont

Barcroft Park71 acres · 0.1 mi (about 2 min walk) · Open in Maps
Shirlington Park12 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Fort Ward Park36 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Allie S. Freed Park12 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
Lucky Run Park3 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
Doctors Branch Park8.8 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
James Mulligan Park3.5 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Douglas Park6.5 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Claremont

Shirlington Dog Park2.38 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 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 Trail1.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Washington & Old Dominion Trail1 mi within a 15-minute walk
Lucky Run Trail0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
George Mason Drive South Spur0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

2 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.

Claremont dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Claremont?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Claremont are Barcroft Park (71 acres), Shirlington Park (12 acres) and Fort Ward Park (36 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 Claremont?

Yes. Shirlington Dog Park is about 0.5 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.