Dog walks in Shaw, Washington

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

Map data © OpenStreetMap contributorsUpdated September 18, 2026

Within about a 15-minute walk of central Shaw, you'll find 26 parks covering about 53 acres and 3 off-leash dog areas.

26Parks nearby

53Acres of parks

3Off-leash areas

0Trail miles

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

Parks near Shaw

Shaw Recreation Center2.9 acres · 0.2 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
LeDroit Park3.1 acres · 0.5 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in MapsHas an off-leash area
Banneker Recreation Center12 acres · 0.6 mi (about 12 min walk) · Open in Maps
John F Kennedy Recreation Center3.8 acres · 0.2 mi (about 3 min walk) · Open in Maps
Garrison2.4 acres · 0.3 mi (about 7 min walk) · Open in Maps
Upper Quad5.1 acres · 0.7 mi (about 14 min walk) · Open in Maps
Harry Thomas Senior Recreation Center4.6 acres · 0.7 mi (about 15 min walk) · Open in Maps
Logan Circle2.3 acres · 0.4 mi (about 9 min walk) · Open in Maps

Off-leash dog areas near Shaw

Bundy Dog Park0.1 acres · 0.2 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
Shaw Dog Park0.28 acres · 0.3 mi (about 5 min walk) · Open in Maps
LeDroit Park dog area0.18 acres · 0.5 mi (about 10 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

6 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.

Shaw dog walk FAQ

Where can I walk my dog in Shaw?

The main green spaces within about a 15-minute walk of central Shaw are Shaw Recreation Center (2.9 acres), LeDroit Park (3.1 acres) and Banneker Recreation Center (12 acres). Most city parks require dogs to be leashed outside designated off-leash areas.

Is there a dog park near Shaw?

Yes. Bundy 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.