This is my go to park when I want to get a nice walk/run in or picnic with a friend. The views are…read morebeautiful since it's a little peninsula with water surrounding majority of the park. The entire loop is about 4 miles I believe. There's always plenty of parking and I typically will go by the wharf side to park near the sidewalk instead of one of the lots closer to the Jefferson memorial. During the spring time you can see the cherry blossoms blooming here. When you get past the golf course the trail doesn't allow for cars so that you can freely walk or bike on the road. Highly recommend checking Hains Point/East Potomac Park out if you need a day to frolic for free.99 lol

Updating the review with a plug for the refurbished mini golf course. This historic location is in…read morethe shade and fun for the whole family.

Nice park along the Potomac River to get in a run along the Mount Vernon Trail…read more Look out for the Fitness Stations at points throughout. Some bathrooms here and there, but the one by the parking lot I was at was locked. Bummer when ya gotta pee. Picnic benches and spots to cast a line and do some fishing. Wooden bridges along the running trail makes for a scenic walk or run. Also, bald eagles can be seen here. Very cool.

Unlike others, I find this park to be horrible. Upon entry you're greeted with a beat up chain…read morelink fence that gives off a prison vibe. Inside you get to see an equally beat up dilapidated house. Then you get to drive around the entire thing on a one way road that's also crumbling, while dodging people walking in the middle of the street with their backs to traffic. Plenty of picnic areas with the majority being for reserved groups. If you're in the mood, you can enjoy the vast fields of overgrown grass that make you feel like you should have worn snake boots. The whole park just needs a revamp as this is the same vibe I got from it on my last visit to a picnic 30 years ago.

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.

It's good for little ones. Getting a parking spot close by can be a challenge. To most Jones Point…read moreisn't too far, but for some apparently it is. I don't think walking 2/10ths of a mile is a hardship, but some parents over here have complained about it. My thoughts of "grow a pair" were kept silent, but as one would expect, yuppie type of folks don't want any kind of exertion. I used to take my son when little here and it worked. The park looks like it needs some work. Admittedly Covid and other things, have probably interfered with this. My hope is the sandbox and playground can be updated for families. It's fenced in adding more security, as little ones can be rather fast. The hill still offers a nice view of the Potomac River. Also it's close to the Wilkes Street Tunnel, which is enjoyed by all ages.

The nature center itself seems to only be open for special events but there is a little area across…read morefrom it that is great for the littles as there is a sandbox, 2 kid sized play houses, wind chimes and benches. Apparently there is a preschool here but I heard they're shutting down soon. We started walking on one of the trails but it was a little muddy from all the rain we've been having recently. Would love to come back when it's drier!

Ideal hiking spot with young ones especially during the bluebells. plenty parking and benches to…read moretake a break!

Founders Park is located between Pendleton Promenade & Old Town Alexandria Harbor. The park is…read moreclean and well maintained with paved walking trails and sitting areas. We walked through a garden area in the park and enjoyed the views of the harbor and Potomac River. Bird lovers will love viewing the ducks and birds around this

While I was here for only a few minutes, I thought this was a nice park. The park does not have…read moremuch to offer, but the sights are pretty nice, and I think it's a good place to a small picnic. Before coming to the park, I received some incorrect information. I was under the impression that there was a dog park within the park. However, it's more of a park that allows dogs off leash instead of a a fenced in dog park, which is great. Perhaps, receiving this "misinformation" was my fault because i did not specify that I was interested in a fenced in dog park. However, I believe there is a fenced-in dog run a few blocks away from Founders Park.

I have been coming to this park for awhile. It is a grassy oasis away from the city and the masses…read more It is mainly inhabited by the locals of the area who bring their kids here for the playground, tennis players, and to toss the ball around for the dog. You have a couple of well educated homeless people who stay here too, but unfortunately they fell on hard times and find it to be safer here than the shelters. If you run into Kathleen, she'll tell you about her Irish heritage and her performing arts degree from Catholic U and GW. Nice lady... she just talks and talks and talks. You're going to have a couple of trails around here that are good for an easy to moderate work out depending on your level. Wear comfortable shoes since they have some off a beaten bath off the main paved road. As far as the kids park, it is quaint and simple. It is gated so the youngsters won't make their great escape while you're typing away at your phone. This seemed to be the case every time I go over there. They have swings for both toddlers and older kids. Indoor handicap accessible bathrooms are on-site next to the entrance of the park next to Oak Hill Cemetery. This is what I'd consider a Victorian era park. It was established about that time and still reflects a beauty of that era that will never escape it.

In the north end of Georgetown is a large park that was once the estate of a ropemaker. He let…read moreneighbors picnic on his property and that legacy remains. The park became a public park in 1911. Today, it's a large park with grassy areas with picnic tables, a playground, tennis courts and trails. One trail connects to those found in nearby Dumbarton Oaks Park, a public park behind Dumbarton Oaks Gardens.

Constitution Gardens is a vast green space at the center of many monuments and memorials on the…read moreNational Mall along Constitution Avenue. The gardens have access to the Lincoln Memorial, WWII Memorial, Reflecting Pool, JFK Hockey Fields, U.S. Park Police Horse Stables, and Korean War Veterans Memorial. The area is approximately 50 acres. At its center is a pond where you will often find ducks and geese. At the center of the pond is a memorial stone honoring the 56 signers of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. You can find many willow trees along the pond. There are concession stands located around the pond and food/ice cream trucks to the south closer to the WWII Memorial and Constitution Avenue. During the summer the concession stands are open, however, during the colder months the concessions normally are closed. NOTE: Over the years, the end of the pond near WWII Memorial has been littered with debris, and because the water is stagnant the pond sometimes gives off a horrible smell when the water moves. I've driven by in spring 2026 to see that the pond has been cleared and cleared at this end of the pond (I'm assuming as a part of the 2026 DC Safety and Beautification Initiative). You can often experience swarms of gnats and mosquitoes during the summer. The best time to visit is early spring or fall when these pests are done for the season. Overall, a great grassy area in the heart of downtown with plenty of street parking along Constitution Avenue.

Constitution Gardens are a pleasant park area that feels like a peaceful oasis near the busy…read moreNational Mall. Water features, greenery, and pathways create a very harmonious environment for walks or a short rest. I especially appreciate the calmer atmosphere and the sense that it is not just a tourist spot, but also a park that locals enjoy using.

A lot has changed since my last review and I've been meaning to update for a couple of years. The…read morepark has had an incredible makeover. It's a pleasant area for eating lunch and/or people watching. Lots of events held here. Lovely and serene urban green space.

We went here for the Girl Scout festival during our 58th National Convention. The park was great,…read morethere were so many activities for the families to participate in. From food to games to dance parties. Franklin park was the perfect setting for all of the fun that was hosted.