DogMapDog Parks & Beaches in Washington, District of Columbia
Compare 4 spots in Washington with off-leash status, hours and parking before you head out.
4 spots mapped · 2026 · updated June 25, 2026
Best spots in Washington
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Shaw · 1673 11th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
One of DC's largest off-leash dog parks (~15,000 sq ft), fully fenced with a pea-gravel/stone-dust surface. Run as a partnership between DPR and the Shaw Dog Park Association.
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Adams Morgan · 2630 Adams Mill Rd NW, Washington, DC 20009
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.
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Dupont Circle · 17th St & S St NW, Washington, DC 20009
A compact, fully fenced off-leash park northeast of Dupont Circle. Resurfaced in 2023 with synthetic dog-park turf, bench seating, a lighted plaza, and a water fountain.
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Capitol Hill (Hill East) · 1801 E St SE, Washington, DC 20003
DC's most exclusive off-leash spot: 35+ fenced, historic acres where K9 Corps members walk dogs leash-free among the graves. Off-leash here requires a paid annual membership.
Open dog parkTicketedDawn to dusk · members only · closed to dogs Sat 11 AM–3 PMView on the live map →
Washington spots: FAQ
- Where can my dog be off-leash in Washington?
- DogMap maps 4 off-leash spots in Washington, District of Columbia. 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 Washington?
- Some Washington spots are fully fenced and some are open — check each spot below for its fenced status before you go.