Dog walks in Ivy City, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Ivy City, you'll find 5 parks covering about 459 acres and 1 off-leash dog area.

5Parks nearby

459Acres of parks

1Off-leash areas

0.4Trail miles

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

Parks near Ivy City

U.S. National Arboretum453 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Brentwood Park3.4 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Joseph Cole Park1.9 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Brentwood Recreation Center1.3 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Brentwood Village Playground0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Ivy City

Eckington Dog Park0.17 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 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

Metropolitan Branch Trail0.4 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.

Ivy City dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Ivy City?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Ivy City are U.S. National Arboretum (453 acres), Brentwood Park (3.4 acres) and Joseph Cole Park (1.9 acres). For a longer walk, try the Metropolitan Branch Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Ivy City?

Yes. Eckington 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.