Dog walking in Oxon Hill

Columbia Heights

Columbia Heights in Washington, D.C. is about 13 miles from Oxon Hill and is one of the more populated neighborhoods in the area. But it’s also packed with fun things for dogs! The Walter C Pierce Community Park has a small, fenced-in area for dogs to play in, with gorgeous views of the rest of the park. Happy Tails DC Pet Care is also in the neighborhood, featuring helpful services for you and your pooch, like obedience and walking training. And, there are plenty of dog-friendly restaurants with outdoor patio seating for you to dine with your pal, like The Heights, a popular place with a variety of local and American favorites. 

Downtown

About 12 miles from Oxon Hill is Downtown Washington, D.C., the home of the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, Smithsonian Institution, and other amazing tributes to United States history. You can take a trip to the Smithsonian Gardens with your leashed dog to enjoy almost every garden on the grounds. Or, hop in a DC Pedicab for a sightseeing tour throughout the city – your dog can join! The Lincoln Memorial is even dog-friendly, so you can enjoy taking in the rich history of the U.S. with your fuzzy friend. Enjoy one of several paw-friendly restaurants here, too, like Grand Trunk, an Indian restaurant with outdoor tables for you and your pooch.

Capitol Hill

For the most dog-friendly activities near Oxon Hill, you’ll want to venture into Washington D.C. Capitol Hill is a short, 9-mile drive from the area and is also the home of the U.S. Government and the presidential White House. The neighborhood has so many things for you and your dog to explore, like The Yards Park, which is a favorite spot for local events and activities, and also has a small dog park for off-leash fun. East City Bookshop is a small local book store that welcomes your dog (and will even give him a treat or two!). Here, you can choose from several paw-friendly restaurants, like Osteria Morini, an Italian favorite that overlooks the water and welcomes your dog at an outdoor table.

Brentwood

Just over 15 miles from Oxon Hill is Brentwood in Washington, D.C., which offers some unique attractions for you and your dog to see. Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens is dog-friendly, and is one of the best ways to enjoy some of nature’s most beautiful elements within the boundaries of the city. Kingman and Heritage Island offers hiking trails, boating excursions, fishing areas, and wildlife viewing, and welcomes dogs on their leashes. The US National Arboretum is also in the neighborhood, where you and your pup can enjoy beautiful gardens and outdoor retreats in over 400 acres of grassy space.

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