Dog walks in Navy Yard, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Navy Yard, you'll find 20 parks covering about 238 acres, 4 off-leash dog areas, and 3.8 miles of named walking paths.

20Parks nearby

238Acres of parks

4Off-leash areas

3.8Trail miles

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

Parks near Navy Yard

Anacostia Park, Section C111 acres · 0.3 mi (about 6 min walk) · Open in Maps
The Yards Park6.3 acres · in the neighborhood · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Anacostia Park Section D51 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Boathouse Row22 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Virginia Avenue Park2.8 acres · 0.4 mi (about 8 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Lansburgh Park4.4 acres · 0.6 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Garfield Park7.7 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps
Randall8.8 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Navy Yard

Dog Run at The Yards Park0.1 acres · 0.1 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in Maps
Virginia Avenue Park dog area0.3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Bark and Go Dog Park0.16 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in Maps
Lansburgh Dog Park0.24 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

Anacostia Riverwalk Trail3.6 mi within a 15-minute walk
Anacostia Riverfront Trail0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

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

Navy Yard dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Navy Yard?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Navy Yard are Anacostia Park, Section C (111 acres), The Yards Park (6.3 acres) and Anacostia Park Section D (51 acres). For a longer walk, try the Anacostia Riverwalk Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Navy Yard?

Yes. Dog Run at The Yards Park is about 0.1 miles from the neighborhood center, and 3 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.