Play Space Review Type: Park

Rocky Run Park (22201) — REDESIGNED 2014
1109 N. Barton St. Arlington, VA 22201
Newly redesigned in April 2014, the park features fun, modern equipment with an emphasis on climbing. Great for all ages, decent shade, but the bathroom has been removed. 4/5 stars Posted: 8/26/14
Tags: Basketball Courts, Gazebo / Covered Pavillion, Good for Ride-on Toys / Gliders, Limited Parking, No Bathroom facility, Playing Field, Public Park, Street Parking, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Ages 5-12, Climbing Wall, Modern Equipment, Partial Shade, Partially Fenced, Play House, Play Structure for Older Kids, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Rocker Seat, Rope Pyramid, Sandlot, Soft Rubber Surface, Spinner(s), Swing(s) -- Bucket / Baby, Swing(s) -- Dish, Tube Slide, 22201, Arlington, Virginia, Free, Park, Playground.
Scotts Run Nature Preserve (McLean, VA)
7400 Georgetown Pike McLean, VA 22102
A great shady spot to take the kids hiking. Lots of trails, one suggested loop is 2.2 miles; can also do a simple down and back to see a waterfall (~1 mile round trip). Posted: 9/09/11
Tags: Hiking / Walking Trail(s), No Bathroom facility, Parking Lot, Public Park, Ages 3-5, Ages 5-12, Natural Water Source (i.e. creek or lake), McLean, Virginia, Free, Hiking Trail, Park.
Van Dyck Park (Fairfax City)
3720 Old Lee Highway Fairfax, VA 22030
Fun playground in a great park with plenty to do. Skate park, volleyball courts, tennis courts, walking/biking trails and more. Port-a-potty on site and bathrooms nearby. 5/5 stars Posted: 3/30/12
Tags: Basketball Courts, Bathroom in Building Near-by, Charcoal Grills, Gazebo / Covered Pavillion, Good for Bike Riders, Good for Ride-on Toys / Gliders, Open Green Space, Parking Lot, Picnic Tables, Playing Field, Port-a-Potty, Public Park, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Court, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Ages 5-12, Fire Truck Themed, Merry-Go-Round, Monkey Bars, Mulch Surface, Partial Shade, Partially Fenced, Play Structure for Older Kids, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Rocker Seat, Sandlot, Slide(s), Spinner(s), Swing(s) -- Bucket / Baby, Swing(s) -- Regular, Fairfax, Virginia, Free, Park, Playground.
Virginia Highlands Park (22202)
1600 S. Hayes St. Arlington, VA 22202
A great many-featured park with amenities for kids and adults of all ages. 5 star park, 3 star playground. Posted: 8/19/11
Tags: Basketball Courts, Bathroom Available On Site, Charcoal Grills, Gazebo / Covered Pavillion, Good for Bike Riders, Open Green Space, Parking Lot, Picnic Tables, Playing Field, Public Park, Street Parking, Tennis Courts, Volleyball Court, Water Fountain(s), Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Ages 5-12, Dirty Sand Surface, Fireman Pole, Fully Enclosed, Monkey Bars, Mulch Surface, Play Structure for Older Kids, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Sandlot, Slide(s), Swing(s) -- Bucket / Baby, Swing(s) -- Regular, Very Shady, 22202, Arlington, Virginia, Free, Park, Playground.
Wheaton Regional Park / Adventure Playground (Wheaton, MD)
2000 Shorefield Rd. Wheaton, MD 20902-1820
Really big, fun park with unusual equipment, big slides and full sun. Great for older kids, shady tot lot for younger kids. Bathrooms, carousel and miniature train make this park a big winner. 5/5 stars Posted: 7/27/12
Tags: Bathroom in Building Near-by, Charcoal Grills, Gazebo / Covered Pavillion, Good for Bike Riders, Hiking / Walking Trail(s), Open Green Space, Parking Lot, Picnic Tables, Plentiful Parking, Public Park, Water Fountain(s), Worth the Drive, Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Ages 5-12, Bouncy Bridge, Carousel, Climbing Structure, Fireman Pole, Full Sun, Monkey Bars, Mulch Surface, Partial Shade, Play Structure for Older Kids, Play Structure for Younger Kids, Rocker Seat, Rope Pyramid, Sandlot, Spinner(s), Swing(s) -- Accessible, Swing(s) -- Bucket / Baby, Swing(s) -- Regular, Train Ride, Tube Slide, White Sand, Wheaton, Free, Optional Fees, Park, Playground.
Yards Park Canal & Fountains (SE DC)
3rd St SE & Water St SE Washington, DC 20003
A really fun destination for water play. The water is free, but the parking will cost you. Currently (Summer 2012) no bathrooms (portapotties only) and no water fountains near the water. 4/5 stars. Posted: 8/28/12
Tags: Gazebo / Covered Pavillion, No Bathroom facility, Open Green Space, Parking Lot, Port-a-Potty, Public Park, Worth the Drive, Ages 3-5, Ages 5-12, Full Sun, Pool, Sprayground, Washington D.C., Free, Optional Fees, Park, Pool.