Dog walks in Green Meadows, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Green Meadows, you'll find 6 parks covering about 71 acres, 1 off-leash dog area, and 2.9 miles of named walking paths.

6Parks nearby

71Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

2.9Trail miles

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

Parks near Green Meadows

Green Meadows Park16 acres · 0.1 mi (about 1 min walk) · Open in Maps
Heurich Community Park19 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Chillum Park17 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Parklawn Park7.2 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
Kirkwood Park9.5 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Riggs Manor Park2.9 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Green Meadows

Heurich Dog Park0.84 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

Sligo Creek Trail1.5 mi within a 15-minute walk
Rachel Carson Greenway Trail1.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Kestrel Meadow Path0.3 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.

Green Meadows dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Green Meadows?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Green Meadows are Green Meadows Park (16 acres), Heurich Community Park (19 acres) and Chillum Park (17 acres). For a longer walk, try the Sligo Creek Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Green Meadows?

Yes. Heurich Dog 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.