Dog walks in Clarendon, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Clarendon, you'll find 20 parks covering about 53 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 1.8 miles of named walking paths.

20Parks nearby

53Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

1.8Trail miles

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

Parks near Clarendon

Quincy Park13 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Thrifton Hill Park14 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Hayes Park2.7 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Clarendon Central Park0.9 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
Rocky Run Park3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Cherry Valley Park3.4 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Zitkala-Ša Park1.6 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Maury Park1.6 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Clarendon

James Hunter Park0.76 acres · 0.2 mi (about 3 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

Custis Trail0.9 mi within a 15-minute walk
Arlington Boulevard Trail0.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
South Arlington Boulevard Trail0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Fillmore Park Trail0.1 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

8 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
3 mapped dog waste stations 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.

Clarendon dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Clarendon?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Clarendon are Quincy Park (13 acres), Thrifton Hill Park (14 acres) and Hayes Park (2.7 acres). For a longer walk, try the Custis Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Clarendon?

Yes. James Hunter Park is about 0.2 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.