DogMapFenced dog park · Adams Morgan · 2630 Adams Mill Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009
Walter Pierce Park Dog Park
DC's first official off-leash dog park (2004), a securely fenced Adams Morgan space (~11,000 sq ft) with a paw-friendly sand/gravel surface and mature shade trees.
Off-leash · alwaysThe facts
- Off-leashOff-leash · always
- FencedYes — enclosed
- WaterFountain on site
- SizeMedium — ~11,000 sq ft
- HoursDawn to dusk
- SurfaceGrass / dirt
Parking & access
Limited residential street parking off Adams Mill Rd / Calvert St; busy on weekends.
Good to know
- Sand/gravel surface that is easier on paws than concrete, with separate sections for different play styles.
- All dogs must display a DC Dog Exercise Area (DEA) Registration Tag; DC residents need a current DC Dog License before they can get the tag.
- Free to use; leash required outside the fence, max 3 dogs per handler.
Verified off-leash rules
Rules verified · source: DC Department of Parks and Recreation
Walter Pierce Park Dog Park: FAQ
- Can my dog be off-leash at Walter Pierce Park Dog Park?
- Yes — Walter Pierce Park Dog Park is off-leash year-round, whenever it's open.
- Is Walter Pierce Park Dog Park fenced?
- Yes — Walter Pierce Park Dog Park is fully enclosed.
- Is Walter Pierce Park Dog Park free?
- Yes — Walter Pierce Park Dog Park is free to access. Limited residential street parking off Adams Mill Rd / Calvert St; busy on weekends.