Dog walks in Logan Circle, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Logan Circle, you'll find 29 parks covering about 45 acres and 3 off-leash dog areas.

29Parks nearby

45Acres of parks

3Off-leash areas

0Trail miles

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

Parks near Logan Circle

Shaw Recreation Center2.9 acres · 0.2 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park11 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Logan Circle2.3 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in Maps
Franklin Square5.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
John F Kennedy Recreation Center3.8 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Garrison2.4 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
Mount Vernon Square3.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Stead Park Recreation Center1.6 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Logan Circle

Shaw Dog Park0.28 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in Maps
S Street Dog Park0.17 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
Bundy Dog Park0.1 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.

Good to know

5 mapped drinking fountains nearby. Still bring water on warm days.
1 mapped dog waste station 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.

Logan Circle dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Logan Circle?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Logan Circle are Shaw Recreation Center (2.9 acres), Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park (11 acres) and Logan Circle (2.3 acres). Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Logan Circle?

Yes. Shaw Dog Park is about 0.2 miles from the neighborhood center, and 2 more off-leash areas are within a 15-minute walk. 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.