Dog walks in Courthouse, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Courthouse, you'll find 19 parks covering about 50 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 3.4 miles of named walking paths.

19Parks nearby

50Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

3.4Trail miles

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

Parks near Courthouse

Fort C.F. Smith Park19 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Thrifton Hill Park14 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Rocky Run Park3 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Dawson Terrace Park3.6 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
McCoy Park1.8 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Lyon Village Park2.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
11th Street Park1 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Hillside Park1.3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Courthouse

James Hunter Park0.76 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 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 Trail1.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Arlington Boulevard Trail1.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
South Arlington Boulevard Trail0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
Palisades Trail0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

2 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
4 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.

Courthouse dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Courthouse?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Courthouse are Fort C.F. Smith Park (19 acres), Thrifton Hill Park (14 acres) and Rocky Run Park (3 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 Courthouse?

Yes. James Hunter Park is about 0.6 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.