Dog walks in Massachusetts Avenue Heights, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Massachusetts Avenue Heights, you'll find 13 parks covering about 69 acres, 2 off-leash dog areas, and 2.7 miles of named walking paths.

13Parks nearby

69Acres of parks

2Off-leash areas

2.7Trail miles

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

Parks near Massachusetts Avenue Heights

Guy Mason Recreation Center5.7 acres · 0.2 mi (about 4 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Dumbarton Oaks Park31 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Tregaron Conservancy13 acres · 0.6 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in MapsDogs welcome
Newark Park1.6 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Stoddert Recreation Center2.8 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in Maps
Klingle Valley Park4.3 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Bryce Park1.2 acres · 0.2 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in Maps
The Rosedale Conservancy3.1 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Massachusetts Avenue Heights

Guy Mason Recreation Center Dog Park0.15 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Newark Street Dog Park0.19 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 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

Glover-Archbold Trail1 mi within a 15-minute walk
Whitehaven Trail0.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
Normanstone Trail0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Pilgrim Way0.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Bridle Path0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk
Meadow Trail0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

3 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.

Massachusetts Avenue Heights dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Massachusetts Avenue Heights?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Massachusetts Avenue Heights are Guy Mason Recreation Center (5.7 acres), Dumbarton Oaks Park (31 acres) and Tregaron Conservancy (13 acres). For a longer walk, try the Glover-Archbold Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Massachusetts Avenue Heights?

Yes. Guy Mason Recreation Center Dog Park is about 0.3 miles from the neighborhood center, and 1 more off-leash area is 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.