Tompkins Square Dog Run
About the Park
Tompkins Square Dog Run features separate fenced enclosures for small dogs (25 lbs and under) and larger dogs, with artificial turf in the small-dog section. The run includes water fountains, waste bags, benches, and a summer dog pool. Most visitors report a spacious, clean environment with a friendly and attentive owner community, though some mention odor in dry conditions and occasional aggressive dogs.
Visitors Like
- Separate small and large dog enclosures
- Artificial turf in small dog area
- Water fountains and waste bags
- Spacious play areas
Worth Noting
- Can smell in dry conditions
- Occasional aggressive dogs reported
- Gets crowded at peak times
- Artificial turf odor noted by some
Park Gallery

Google Reviews
116 reviews
Melany Bernard
81 reviewsSmall dog area is great. I appreciate that it has a 25lbs and under sign
Justo Senquiz
218 reviewsIt's a wonderful dog run created by Monay Germaine who was a dear friend of mine in 1990 and she lived in 157 E.2nd st Monay was a Black woman who was...
Ian Rivers
15 reviewsI was so confused because there was a sign on the gate that looked like it said "children must be eaten," and it made me think this park was full of c...
Pedro Pagan
257 reviewsSo many parks to chose from, I take my child to it so to burn out all that energy. It's clean and enjoyable.
Becky M
46 reviewsA great dog run, Cody and uncomplicated. Can be smelly if it hasn’t rained recently.
Leon Cejas Vazquez Aldana
155 reviewsTompkins Square Dog Run is located within Tompkins Square Park. The Park has public toilets, playgrounds, basketball courts, and a large skateboarding...
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