Rob Stuart Memorial Dog Park is the fenced off-leash area at Winter Street Greenway in Philadelphia’s Logan Square neighborhood. Built on a former traffic and parking lane, the compact city park provides separate play areas for small and large dogs, synthetic turf, drinking fountains and benches.
Plan your visit
- Address: 2100 Winter Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103.
- Hours: Current third-party listings commonly report 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily, but an official current schedule was not found. Confirm the posted gate hours.
- Dog areas: Separate fenced sections are provided for small and large dogs.
- Surface: Both play areas use synthetic dog turf.
- Water: Dog drinking fountains are part of the park. Visitors report that service may be seasonal, so bring water in cold weather.
- Parking: No dedicated dog-park lot is listed. Plan for limited Center City street or paid parking and read posted restrictions.
Find the dog park entrance
Get directions to Rob Stuart Memorial Dog Park. The dog park is on the north side of Winter Street between North 21st and North 22nd streets, beside the Winter Street Greenway playground. Look for the signed gates and choose the section appropriate for your dog. Keep dogs leashed on the sidewalk and elsewhere outside the designated run.
Choose the right play area
The two enclosures let smaller dogs play apart from larger dogs. Synthetic turf provides a consistent running surface and avoids the deep mud found at natural-surface parks, though the turf can feel hot in direct summer sun. Check the ground with your hand and shorten play when temperatures rise.
Benches, trees, trash receptacles and drinking fountains make the space practical for a neighborhood visit. The dog park sits beside the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and highway infrastructure, so expect an urban setting and traffic noise.
Rules before you enter
Philadelphia requires dogs to stay on a leash no longer than six feet outside a specifically designated fenced dog park or run. Inside, supervise your dog, keep control, clean up waste and follow the rules posted for each enclosure. Do not leave a dog unattended or allow unwanted approaches to people or other dogs.
Review current guidance on the City’s dog regulations and best practices page. Philadelphia Parks & Recreation identifies Winter Street Greenway as one of its authorized dog-run locations.
What other park visitors say
Visitors praise the clean synthetic turf, well-maintained grounds and separate size areas. Many describe friendly, attentive regulars and appreciate having a secure place for dogs to run near Center City. The compact urban design and skyline setting also stand out in visitor comments.
Common cautions focus on scarce nearby parking and seasonal water availability. Some dogs need a few minutes to adjust to the artificial turf, and summer visitors sometimes bring a small pool when water service is available. Carry backup water and choose a quieter time if your dog is uncomfortable in a busy shared run.
More options and updates
Compare other Philadelphia dog parks or browse the wider Pennsylvania dog park directory. Last researched September 4, 2026. Check the posted hours, fountain status and any temporary closure notice before travel.
