What a gem! Chessie's Big Backyard is such a great spot for kids (and grown-ups who like a good…read morewalk). The walking trails were really nice--well maintained with peaceful forest views. Perfect for a stroller, and some nature scavenger hunts. The playground itself is huge and looked really well cared for. The toddler area was unfortunately closed during our visit, but the rest of the space more than made up for it. There are tons of benches and seating all around, and you can see most of the playground from just about anywhere, which is so helpful when you're keeping an eye on kiddos. There's a massive covered pavilion area that would be perfect for group meetups or a picnic in the shade. And while it was still closed for the season, the splash pad/water park area looked like fun! Definitely planning to come back in the summer to check it out! Such a great spot to have in the area!

Would definitely come here again didn't know that it was a park with a waterpark next to it just…read morefor small kids nothing major nothing big but it's still amazing. Granddaughter had a blast.

Great little park for toddlers and younger preschoolers! I even some crawling babies exploring and…read morehaving a lot of fun. It's enclosed, has a soft ground, and age appropriate playground equipment. It was clean and the other people at the playground were friendly and welcoming.

New park and playground on Commonwealth and East Del Ray Avenues…read more Geared towards two to five year olds, it's about half done with a cool rock and log theme. It features open lawn, ground up tire surface and rain gardens on the outside of the space.

Boy am I a dork. Or maybe if I write a review about my favorite playground in Del Ray I won't feel…read morelike such a 36 year-old who writes reviews about playgrounds on Yelp but instead runs around like a crazy monkey, climbing trees, chasing kids, and doing all those dangerous things on the highest parts of the equipment that make other parents shake their heads and wince. It's Del Ray, so you'll see your normal array of older parents on iPhones and smart phones, hoping their kids don't wander off onto Mount Vernon Avenue. It's a big space - two playgrounds actually. The little kids one is wonderfully shaded by a variety of giant trees which are super awesome hiding spaces. There are plenty of good trees to climb. Parking is easy and it's just down the road from the Farmer's Market and across the parking lot from the library. It's not available when school Mount Vernon Elementary is in class, but then again, why would you be at the playground on a school / work day? Ugh!

I have visited this playground with my son a few times throughout his 16 months and we both love…read moreit. It is an elementary playground so it's on the smaller side but there is definitely quality here. There are two slides-one is pretty fast and steep which my little daredevil loves (riding on my lap of course). The other is a twisty slide. We enjoy all of the musical components as well as the spin apparatus (see attached photo). There is lots of room to run around (or waddle like my boy). Pre-COVID 19, it was usually very crowded on weekends. Our last visit was a few days before playgrounds closed and we were the only people there. We definitely plan to return once restrictions are lifted.

Recently visited with my kiddos and what a hit! We spent two and a half hours playing at the…read moreDouglass Community center. The dunes (sand pit) is for ages 5 and under only. The sand is so nice and there's tons of toys to play with. It's all indoors now too! Lots of seats for adults and even charging stations for phones!!

Took my 4 year old here. It's located at the Douglas Community Center. There's a large playground…read morealso! Awesome place. Beach music plays while you play in the sand!

It's one of those hidden gems!…read more Great place to walk / hang out Great place to walk around, play basketball, chalk art the sidewalks, have a picnic. Located below the I-495 -Woodrow Wilson Bridge, the park is right at the southernmost point and great water views of Virginia and sites within Maryland like the National Harbor across the Potomac River. There is a walking trail along the river with informational signs and displays that describe the really cool, informative information markers of sights and the past history of the area along the trail. A 10-minute walk on the trail will bring you to other parks (Ford's Landing, Shipyard, and Roberdeaux) and eventually to Old Town Alexandria with its many shops and restaurants --situated along the water. Another added plus is that the park offers a place for fishing, playgrounds, basketball courts, and multi-use fields. I came here with some friends for the first time and had a relaxing time just being outdoors and enjoying this great space in nature. We grabbed a picnic table....while having lunch and taking in the weather. Between the space and multi-use areas, it is the perfect spot to for walks along the river, running, exercising or simply....raking time to put things on pause and enjoy the outdoors. ELITE TIP: It is a good place to park if you are planning to visit Old Town Alexandria and want an easy place to park.....without having to deal with the limited street parking, risk of parking meter tickets or the high price garage parking. and enjoy a walk along the river.

Beautiful park in Alexandria with water views. We walked about a mile, just past the restaurants…read moreBarca and some on the water. Then circled back for about a little over 2 miles. It's best to go early. Plenty of benches and covered areas for comfort while in the sun. Great place to walk with your dog or go on a date. There were also other places you could park further down the walk if you don't want to start at the end near the bridge. Lovely walk that I would enjoy doing again.

This is such a great little playground right near old town Alexandria…read more It has a sand box, 2 play areas and a small "climbing wall". This park is also near the water which is beautiful and has. Large open field where you can play soccer or tag. Only downside is there are no restrooms near the park area.

This was a small park near the water, by some nice apartments, and a little beach area. A pleasant…read morearea, and as they say, not too much parking available. A beautiful view.

My cousin and I camebl here this morniing with a couole of kids she was baysitting and it was fun…read more Actually the kids had a better time than we did becaise we were hanging-out on the outdoor playground and it was quite brisk. I think mid 20's which was ok for a littke while. After about an hour into it my ears and fongers were starting to feel numb. The indoor recreation center had not opened yet and I think that would have been better fun for everyone. They do a great job in terms of the maintenace andnthere was also no trash around like what younwoukd see at some other parks in the city. Plus this park and rec center was ckose to where we were at. I wouldn't mind coming back here sometime to check out the actual recreation center.

This playground was ideal for my 4-year-old child. It offered a variety of climbing structures that…read morewere suitable for her age and also engaging. Next to it, there is a bigger playground designed for older children, providing a great mix of options for all ages.

- in a mixed use neighborhood, check - in between two busy…read morestreets, check - the opportunity to witness the purging of an apartment by a non-paying rentor (where everything, including a giant tube TV, is thrown from a 3rd story window), check - decent equipment, including swings, benches, trash cans, check. It's not a terrible place but it's not great either. Fortunately my four year-old doesn't care and always has fun.

We were looking for a playground near Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, which is how we ended up here as…read moreit's pretty far from our Arlington home. The playground has a cute castle theme with a twisty slide shaped like a dragon. There are a couple of swings and also a little kid area with the same castle theme. There are no bathrooms but there is a portable. There are a few benches, a tennis court, a baseball field, and a short trail nearby. The playground surface is padded, which is always great for when kids inevitably fall down.

This park is a community park near the Cheverly Racquet and Swim Club. The park itself has a few…read morefields and a large playground with a side for younger kids and one for kids age five and older. Both sides are shaped like a castle. There are benches and nearby trees offer shade.