Dog walks in Parkfairfax, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Parkfairfax, you'll find 8 parks covering about 48 acres, 4 off-leash dog areas, and 1.5 miles of named walking paths.

8Parks nearby

48Acres of parks

4Off-leash areas

1.5Trail miles

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

Parks near Parkfairfax

Shirlington Park12 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Monticello Park6.3 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Utah Park4.3 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Jennie Dean Park14 acres · 0.5 mi (about 11 min walk) · Open in Maps
George Mason Park4.9 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Troy Park3.9 acres · 0.7 mi (about 13 min walk) · Open in Maps
Beverley Park1.8 acres · 0.4 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Le Bosquet at Sunnyside Park0.4 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Parkfairfax

Utah Dog Park0.27 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Monticello Dog Park0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
Canine Cardio0.13 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Shirlington Dog Park2.38 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

Four Mile Run Trail1.3 mi within a 15-minute walk
Washington & Old Dominion Trail0.2 mi within a 15-minute walk

Good to know

7 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.

Parkfairfax dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Parkfairfax?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Parkfairfax are Shirlington Park (12 acres), Monticello Park (6.3 acres) and Utah Park (4.3 acres). For a longer walk, try the Four Mile Run Trail. Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Parkfairfax?

Yes. Utah Dog Park is about 0.3 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.