Glen Echo Park
Dog rule: Pets must be restrained on a leash not exceeding 6 ft (or otherwise physically confined) at all times in the picnic grove and park, visitors must remove pet waste.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Dog-friendly parks in Montgomery County, MD
Potomac Pack lists 71 dog-friendly parks in Montgomery County, MD. Each listing includes the dog rule we last checked. A few are listed because pets are not allowed, or only service animals are allowed, in all or part of the place.
Clara Barton National Historic Site
Why this is listed: no dogs. Official NPS page: 'Only service animals allowed.' Pets are not permitted.
Service animals only
Official rule confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Great Falls Boardwalk and Overlooks (Maryland side)
Why this is listed: no dogs on the boardwalk to Great Falls or inside park buildings (NPS C&O Canal NHP pets page). Leashed pets (6 ft max) are allowed elsewhere in the park including the towpath.
Dogs not allowed
Official rule confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Seneca Creek State Park
Dog rule: Maryland Park Service pet policy: pets must be leashed, may be off leash and under voice control only while swimming in designated areas or hunting with a permit, pets must be licensed and have rabies vaccination, owners clean up. Seneca Creek page: pets are allowed in the park, pets (except service animals) not permitted in rental boats. Maryland Park Service lists 'Pets allowed' for Seneca Creek.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Patuxent River State Park
Dog rule: Maryland Park Service pet policy: pets must be leashed, may be off leash and under voice control only while swimming in designated areas or hunting with a permit, pets must be licensed and have rabies vaccination, owners clean up. Maryland Park Service lists 'Pets allowed (all areas)' for Patuxent River State Park, campground loops allowing pets are listed in the policy.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
McKee-Beshers Wildlife Management Area
Dog rule: Dogs must be leashed from April 15 through August 15, it is prohibited to have dogs off leash in that window. Designated dog training area and training pond (open year round, Retriever Dog Training Permit required). Hunting seasons apply the rest of the year.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Broad Run Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Rockwood Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Dickerson Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Burnt Mills East Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Callithea Farm Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Blockhouse Point Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Fairland Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length. County and park rules require dogs to be on a leash at all times.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Ovid Hazen Wells Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Little Bennett Regional Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length. Pets must be kept on a leash at all times.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Northwest Branch Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Upper Paint Branch Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Agricultural History Farm Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length. Park staff and Park Police enforce the leash rule: all dogs MUST be on a leash (farm animals on site).
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Hawlings River Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Adventure Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Valley Mill Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Booze Creek Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Rock Run Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Patuxent River Watershed Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Cabin John Regional Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length. Regional dog park with separate small-dog (20 lbs or less) and large-dog (21 lbs or more) areas, dogs leashed entering and exiting, current vaccinations required, no fee or permit.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Olney Manor Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length. 1-acre fenced dog park near ballfield No. 4 with separate large and small dog areas, weekly dog park maintenance Fridays 7 to 11 am March through October.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Red Door Store Historical/Cultural Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Hoyles Mill Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
McKnew Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Seneca Landing Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Rock Creek Regional Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length. County and park rules require dogs to be on a leash at all times.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Cabin Branch Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Ten Mile Creek Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Black Hill Regional Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length. Dogs must remain on leash except in the Black Hill Regional Dog Park (half-acre fenced dog park).
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Woodstock Equestrian Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
South Germantown Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Rachel Carson Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Hyattstown Open Space Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Bucklodge Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Tilden Woods Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Cedar Island Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Ridge Road Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length. Half-acre fenced dog park with shaded seating, dogs leashed entering and exiting, current vaccinations required.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Goshen Branch Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Waters House Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Lois Y. Green Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Bucklodge Branch Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Goshen Elm Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Goshen Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Little Bennett Creek Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Damascus Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length. County and park rules require dogs to be on a leash at all times.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Burnt Mills West Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Rickman Farm Horse Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Wheaton Regional Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length. Pets must be kept on a leash unless inside the designated dog park. Brookside Gardens (inside the park) allows service dogs only. Dog park off Orebaugh Rd.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Martin Luther King Jr. Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Oak Ridge Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Carson Farm Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Buck Branch Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Mill Creek Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Potomac Palisades Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Dowden's Ordinary Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Kensington Parkway Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Washington Grove Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Camp Seneca Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Sugarland Special Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Maydale Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
River Road Shale Barrens Conservation Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Potomac Horse Center
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Crabbs Branch Stream Valley Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Muncaster Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Laytonia Recreational Park
Dog rule: Montgomery Parks regulation (Park Rules Ch. IV s.18): animals must be held at all times on a physical leash attached to a collar or harness, except in designated areas (dog parks), owners must remove waste, animals prohibited where posted, the regulation sets no leash length.
Venue confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
Brookside Gardens
Why this is listed: no dogs. Montgomery Parks page: pets are not allowed with the exception of service animals. A dog park is available nearby at the Orebaugh Rd. area of Wheaton Regional Park, and pets are allowed in all other areas of Wheaton Regional Park (leashed).
Service animals only
Official rule confirmed Checked Nov 10, 2026. Source
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