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    Bluemont Park

    4.5 (33 reviews)

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    Austin G.

    Bluemont Park has something for everyone- running trails, playgrounds, benches, baseball fields, soccer fields, courts, frisbee golf course, history. Literally, everyone can find something to do in this 70-acre park in Arlington's Boulevard Manor neighborhood. Here are a few highlights: 1) Amenities: It's massive with fields, trails and lots of space to enjoy nature. Especially during the pandemic, it's a safe place to meet-up with friends distancing. It's also a gathering place for families with the train-themed playground within the park. 2) Trails: Two major trails run through the park bringing thousands of joggers, runners and bicyclists. 3) History: The site used to be a historic farm with the old farmhouse still intact and an amusement park. There's also the old train station with a caboose by it popular with kids. 4) Neighborhood: A few areas with top restaurants are close by like Arlington's Westover.

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    Julie A.

    Love this park! So much to see and do here for everyone. I spent most of my visit by the babbling brook where I got caught up on some reading, meditated, and spent time just enjoying the sound of the water. I am surprised I didn't come sooner. There's a bus route that stops right in front of the Carlin Springs entrance and very limited (and a tight squeeze) there. Or park at the Manchester street entrance parking lot (tons more parking). If you're here in the spring, there are some pretty pink trees near the Manchester entrance. Aside from a gentle stroll beside the water, you can play Frisbee golf, basketball, volleyball, soccer; have a picnic at the various grill stations and covered pavilions; take the kids to the playground; or go running, hiking or biking. The little markers set up along the pathways are informative about the local landmarks and animals but some were fading. I learned that turkeys and groundhogs (woodchucks) are native to the region, that portions of the park were once a dairy farm, another part of the park was once a resort for travelers, and that train routes used to run in the area. I spent just 2 hours here but I felt so recharged afterward. I plan on making regular visits to this lovely park!

    Great playground for all ages! Tons of shade and public bathrooms which is a big perk!

    No one is here today-too hot
    Laura W.

    I came across Bluemont Park when seeking a shaded park for these hot, humid days during COVID. To be honest, I was expecting more shade from what I read-maybe it was the time of day. At the time of visit, the smaller child play area was completely unshaded and the train climbing apparatus for the older kids had only a little sliver in the shade. The sandbox, however, was nicely shaded. We mostly spent our time in the sandbox; however, we also spent a considerable amount of time down near the creek. There were people swimming in it, but I'm not sure what water source that is to say if it was clean or not. I could tell where they were swimming, though, was deep. The bathrooms were open on this visit and moderately clean. I noticed a lot of people picnicking and using the grills. I would definitely return here; however, I'd prefer a caller day to do so.

    Mary Kate E.

    * Playground review * This is a very shaded park located in North Arlington for ages 2 to 12 years old. I mentioned shaded because it is literally under a canopy of old age trees. There are several newish jungle gyms for the children to play on with 2 separate playing areas with age appropriate equipment. In my opinion a 3 year old is just fine to play on the 'older age' equipment with close supervision. In the tots play area they have a sandbox separate from the mulch playground. There are tons of kids here, but not a ton of diversity, unfortunately. It is a good mix of nannies, au pairs, and mothers, but mainly just a bunch of white kids. Ample parking is available along with restrooms on site.

    Train, climbing ropes, swings
    Laura L.

    This park is the bomb. The playground is super shaded and the kids always have fun here. I'm even willing to overlook my aversion of sandboxes to bring the kiddos here, and that's saying something. Oh! And the parking lot is great.

    2-5 year old area too hot to play on
    Gina H.

    Visiting for GMU graduation and decided to give the park a visit based on the reviews Arrived around 1pm on a sunny day. Nice size with benches and picnic tables. The 2-5 year old area was too hot to enjoy. This time of day is not a good time to come. There was no shade on anything except the swing set. It also is not completely enclosed, the sides are not fenced in.

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    Hayes Park

    4.0(4 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    Nice little spray ground and park with a fairly good variety of play equipment and options (in…read moreaddition to the spray ground on the left side of the entrance, there's also a large sand pit/play area, a couple swing sets, several other smallish but adequate climbing structures, open grass spaces, covered picnic table area, and other elements I can't quite remember at the moment. None of these are particularly amazing or updated like the fancy new stuff at many other playgrounds in the area, but all work perfectly well for kids (and parents) looking for a place to simply run and play. The area is fenced and gated (with a relatively child proof or at least child resistant locking mechanism) which I like a lot and wish all parks offered. I did not walk all the around to the back of the grassy area on the other side of the picnic structure to check to see if the fence went all the way around the entire park though, so I can't speak to the full "security" of the park overall, but it definitely seems securely fenced on the street side where all or most of the actual playground equipment is located, and I was able to watch my three kids play in different areas on either side fairly easily from my vantage point at the central picnic structure. It's not my kids' first choice of park in the area, given so many other nearby options like Quincy, Oak Grove, Woodstock, Woodlawn, Mosaic Park, Madison Manor and others, but it's a perfectly nice neighborhood park with a number of enticing elements like the spray ground, sand pit play area, covered picnic shelter, and several tennis and basketball courts. Particularly good park choice for birthday parties, btw.

    This is a little park tucked into North Arlington across from the Arlington Science Focus School…read more There is a small parking lot or street parking is available. This is definitely for the 5 and under crowd IMO. There are no big slides, no extensive climbing apparatuses. There's 2 baby swings and 2 big swings. There's a large sand pit that includes an excavator for digging and a play kitchen. There is a 3 person seesaw and a tiny pirate ship. There are two small slides. The centerpiece is supposed to be a solar system themed spray park. Currently you can climb on the "planets". Water fountains are working. There are tennis courts and a small bike circle. If you have bigger kids, go elsewhere but this is perfect for toddlers!

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    Lady Bird Johnson Park

    Lady Bird Johnson Park

    4.4(7 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    Lady Bird Johnson Park is a small park that takes up most of Columbia Island in the Potomac River…read morecreated in honor of the work the former First Lady did around urban beautification. Here's why it's worth a visit: 1) Park: It's a larger park with lots of trees, flowers and picnic tables in shade for family getaways. There are trails throughout the park including one that leads to a pedestrian bridge to the Pentagon. 2) Parking: There's a free three-hour parking lot near the marina. 3) Memorial: In the middle of the park is a memorial for Lady Bird's husband, President Johnson. 4) Views: The views from the park are stunning. You can see the entire National Mall from across the river. If you need a park with fewer people and lots of shade, go here!

    Took a wrong turn and that's an easy thing to do in this part of town, trust me. Entering this park…read moreturned out to be a pleasant surprise. Decided to get out of the car and start walking down the trail and this turned out to be peaceful as all get out. A few yards into the tree line and you hear birds singing and insects chirping and the city washes away. The tall trees provide plenty of shade and relief from the afternoon sun. A few hundred yards down the trail you come to a clearing with a giant rock formation in the center. This is the Lyndon Baines Johnson Memorial Grove on the Potomac. There's a whole backstory to this memorial grove told by Lady Bird Johnson herself. Just press the button and listen to the recordings. From here facing east you can see the Potomac River and it's a beautiful spot. It's easy to see why President Johnson chose this location. He used to come here when he wanted to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the White House. The Mount Vernon Trail passes through the park so watch out for joggers and cyclists. You can find restrooms and trash cans close to the parking lot and snacks are available at the Columbia Island Marina.

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    Georgetown Waterfront Park

    Georgetown Waterfront Park

    4.5(119 reviews)
    4.2 mi

    Didn't know this actually had a name. Who knew! Skip the banter, the answer is YES! VISIT! Everyone…read moredoes! It's a staple landmark in DC! Story Time! I came to the Georgetown Waterfront in my Season of YES, which apparently includes saying yes to waterfront views, questionable boat dynamics, and accidental raccoon contour. My friend wanted to show me all things water for a memorable Holiday weekend, so Georgetown Waterfront was the obvious meet‑up, because this girl was NOT driving to Potomac, MD. Boats, docks... I was getting the full tour of our brown waters of the DMV. And honestly, this area is perfect: lively, scenic, and full of characters to watch. The park area has no tie‑ups, so if you want to have a picnic off your boat, the park grassy area is a short walk away. I grew up in DC and if you did too, you already know the rule: You do NOT get in the Potomac. We were raised on stories about what's in that water; dead bodies, secrets, evidence, probably a missing chapter of DC history. And no, it's not saltwater. It's Potomac, MD water: a very specific shade of brown that politely tells you to mind your business. Fast forward 25 years... Potomac still looks brown, still looks suspicious, still looks like it has a backstory it refuses to share. But here I am, floating on top of it like I'm not fully aware of its reputation. Now let's talk about the people‑watching, because THAT is the real attraction when you come to the Georgetown Waterfront. You've got the oldies but goodies, seasoned gentlemen with boats, confidence, and clearly the budget to sponsor a whole afternoon. And then you've got the young women they're "hosting," who look like they were born after the iPhone. The dynamic is... noticeable. The math is mathing. If I feel out of place with someone who is 16 years older, I can only imagine how these college girls felt. But let me give it to these girls, they laughed at the jokes and listened to stories from these men's "good ole college days"... 45 years ago. It made for GREAT entertainment. I found myself staring like, "Should I ask their ages or just assume this is a mentorship program?" I chose silence. Once a woman can be your daughter... I don't know. It's a little off‑putting. But here I am, on a boat, sharing space with someone's grandpa and someone's young college daughter. Seasoned men taking younger women out is a thing, and here I am watching the circle of life. Very interesting. I realize in this moment older men just want companionship and they will treat women to dinner and fun for the exchange. Eeeek. At one point I caught my reflection and realized the "charcoal contour" on my face. I looked like I'd done a charcoal face mask and forgot to rinse, nope, just hair dye from a hopeful silver fox. Not sure why men do this to stop the aging. Grey is in! Stop putting in dye on your beards gentlemen! It's not cool. Suddenly the college girls' side‑eyes made sense. They were trying to figure out if I was okay or if I'd just escaped from a fight. Nope ladies, it was beard paint all over my face calling me out, like, "Let's give you more attention and Racoon Eyes." Overall, the Georgetown Waterfront is beautiful, entertaining, and full of life. Great views, great energy, and always something to look at, even when you're trying not to. Best place to come, relax, picnic, tie up (if you have a boat), and enjoy the restaurants all along the water. Tip: Use the DC Wharf or National Harbor for gassing up! Georgetown lets you tie up without a fee, chaos in the best way.

    Georgetown Waterfront Park is a beautiful park along the Potomac River in the heart of Georgetown…read more It stretches along the banks of the Potomac River on K Street from 31st Street NW to the Key Bridge. It is adjacent to the restaurant district, Washington Harbor, and Lowes movie theater. There are beautiful gardens, sculptures, fountains, greenspace, and pavilions throughout. The park has long walkways for cyclists, skaters, and pedestrians. Over the years, street parking has reduced as the city has prioritized bike lanes, however, there is ample paid underground parking. Street parking is easier to come by during early morning hours and late evenings. On weekends, driving and parking a long K Street is difficult due to pedestrian traffic, so be careful. The views across the river are beautiful as you can see the Rosslyn, VA skyline, Washington D.C. Mall, The Watergate Hotel, and Key Bridge. During warm months, boaters, kayakers, and competitive sports teams use the Potomac River as their recreational space. CONS: Parking - sometimes it can feel like a disappointment not being able to park on the street. The garages don't have the best ingress and egress and seem inconveniently situated. For such a large park, the limited street parking is a concern. At one point the street parking was ample, but the reconfiguration and reduction of street parking to construct bike lanes hasn't seemed like the best use of street space considering cyclists also ride on the mixed-used paths. Rats - at night, the rats run rampant. Trashcans often overflow onto the ground, making an ideal environment for rats to thrive. Narrow sidewalks - sidewalks along K Street are unbelievably narrow. Leading up to Washington Harbor, the mixed-use pathways are incredibly narrow. It wouldn't be an issue if the paths were for walking only, but they also accommodate cyclist, runners, and skaters. Not to mention groups, strollers, and people often casually strolling. Overall, a great space for strolling and leisure.

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