DogMapDog Parks & Beaches in Manhattan, New York
Compare 7 spots in Manhattan with off-leash status, hours and parking before you head out.
7 spots mapped · 2026 · updated June 25, 2026
Best spots in Manhattan
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Central Park · Central Park, New York, NY 10024
During off-leash hours, dogs roam leash-free across most of Central Park's lawns and meadows — 23 designated dog-friendly areas including the East Meadow, Cedar Hill, the Great Hill and the edges of Sheep Meadow. From 9 AM to 9 PM every dog must be leashed.
Open dog parkFreeOff-leash 6–9 AM and 9 PM–1 AM (park open 6 AM–1 AM)View on the live map → -
Upper West Side · Riverside Park, Riverside Dr, New York, NY 10024
A long, leafy riverfront park on the Upper West Side: dogs romp off-leash in the designated areas during the early-morning and late-night windows, and three fenced dog runs (W 72nd, W 87th and W 105th Streets) stay off-leash all day.
Open dog parkFreeOff-leash 6–9 AM and 9 PM–1 AM (park open 6 AM–1 AM)View on the live map → -
Washington Heights · Fort Tryon Park, New York, NY 10040
Perched above the Hudson near The Cloisters, Fort Tryon offers dramatic river views and designated off-leash areas where dogs roam during the standard early-morning and late-night windows.
Open dog parkFreeOff-leash 6–9 AM and 9 PM–1 AM (park open 6 AM–1 AM)View on the live map → -
East Village · Tompkins Square Park, E 9th St & Ave B, New York, NY 10009
Opened in 1990, this is New York City's oldest and largest dog run — locally known as 'First Run.' A fully fenced, double-sided run with separate large- and small-dog sections, gravel and astroturf, and a seasonal dog pool.
Fenced dog parkFreeOff-leash all day (park open 6 AM–midnight)View on the live map → -
Greenwich Village · Washington Square Park, MacDougal St & W 4th St, New York, NY 10012
Two fully fenced dog runs in the park’s southwest corner: a larger run for all dogs and the separate small-dog Robin Kovary Run. Both are off-leash all day and among the Village’s liveliest dog-social spots.
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Greenwich Village / Hudson Square · Hudson River Park, Leroy St at Pier 40, New York, NY 10014
One of five dog runs in waterfront Hudson River Park, the Leroy Street run near Pier 40 is fully fenced with double-gated entry, separate large- and small-dog areas, agility equipment and a popular seasonal dog pool.
Fenced dog parkFreeOff-leash all day (park open 6 AM–1 AM)View on the live map → -
Flatiron / NoMad · Madison Square Park, Madison Ave & E 25th St, New York, NY 10010
Tucked near the W 25th Street entrance in the Flatiron district, Jemmy's Dog Run is a well-kept fenced run with double-entry gates, separate large- and small-dog areas, joint-friendly ground, a water feature and shade umbrellas.
Fenced dog parkFreeOff-leash all day (park open 6 AM–11 PM)View on the live map →
Manhattan spots: FAQ
- Where can my dog be off-leash in Manhattan?
- DogMap maps 7 off-leash spots in Manhattan, New York. Each one's page shows its off-leash status, fenced or not — or open the live map to see what's allowed right now.
- Are there fenced dog parks in Manhattan?
- Some Manhattan spots are fully fenced and some are open — check each spot below for its fenced status before you go.