Lansburgh Dog Park - Washington,
Lansburgh Dog Park – A Community Dog Park in Washington, DC
Located at 95 M St SW in the heart of Washington, District of Columbia, Lansburgh Dog Park is a convenient, pet-friendly outdoor space for local residents and visitors. The park features fully fenced and separate areas for small and large dogs, offering a safe, off-leash environment for your pups to play. Its primarily gravel and dirt surface keeps things simple, though it can get muddy after rainfall. The park is well-suited for those looking for a quieter escape compared to some of the busier dog parks in the city.
Amenities at Lansburgh Dog Park include tall fences, benches in each dog area, water spigots and bowls (available except during the winter), and shade trees that cover about one-third of each section. While the park is basic and doesn’t offer agility equipment or swimming areas, its proximity to a large grass campus and community garden adds to its neighborhood charm. The park is wheelchair accessible and generally clean, making it an excellent option for both local dog owners and visitors seeking dog-friendly spaces in Washington, DC.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Are dogs allowed off-leash at this park? Yes, dogs are allowed off-leash in the designated fenced areas.
- Is there a fenced area for dogs? Yes, both the big dog and small dog areas are fully fenced.
- Are there water fountains or bowls for dogs? Yes, there is a water spigot and bowl on-site (available except in winter).
- Is there shade or shelter available? Yes, trees provide shade over about a third of each area.
- Are there benches or seating areas for owners? Yes, each area has two benches.
- Is there a separate area for small and large dogs? Yes, the park has separate enclosures for big and small dogs.
- Is the park wheelchair accessible? Yes, Lansburgh Dog Park has a wheelchair accessible entrance.
- Is the park muddy after it rains? Yes, due to the dirt surface, the park can get muddy after rain or snow.
Reviews
–SIZING–
Includes a big dog area & a small dog area. Both are about average size with tall fences.
–SURFACE–
Mostly gravel; some dirt/grass. There usually 1-2 holes that dogs tend to dig at.
–WATER–
Water spigot & bowl on-site. Turned off in winter.
–SHADE–
Trees provide shade over about a third of each area.
–INTERACTION–
Usually some communal balls in the big dog area, but it’s otherwise rather Spartan.
–ENVIRONMENT–
A quiet park other than frequent helicopter flyovers.
–SEATING–
Two benches in each area.
–COMMUNITY–
Usually a good crowd, especially on workday late-afternoons, though there’s 1 dog specifically that’s often there ~4:30-5pm that tends to be prone to escalation.
Was on a vacation and this was the closest dog park to our hotel. It’s not terribly large but worked for what we needed. It did have a small/large dog separation. Unfortunate that it’s all dirt which leads to mud. It would be nice to have more grass. Otherwise I like the water fountain so the dogs could easily get fresh water. Also had benches if needed. Wouldn’t make it a return if I had other options.
Nice, quiet, and clean. Good sized city dog park with separation for large and small dogs. Perfect for my older dog because it’s less trafficked than other parks and he’s a little too old to play rough anymore. Only big con is that it’s all dirt so gets very muddy after rain or snow. There’s also a mosquito problem but that’s everywhere in DC. The surrounding park is gorgeous and has a little community garden area.
Very basic outdoor space next to a huge police parking lot and an empty park filled with overflowing garbage pails and trash everywhere. No other dogs were there. They did have a working water fountain for the dogs!
Great neighborhood dog park. Usually quiet, at least in the evenings when I go. I lived near Audi stadium, so the walk to this park was perfect to stretch our legs, and the park was a great reward stop. The park is large, and it’s also on a large grass campus, great for just walking around and getting some good sniffs. They usually have running water available, as well.