Great place for dogs to run around and take a dip in the cool water. Bring your dogs here to…read moreexercise and socialize

My dog loved every second. The setup is amazing with high, steep hills serving as a natural fence…read moreto keep the dogs corralled. There's plenty of space for the dogs to run and then play in the water. My only heads up - the bridge to the parking lot isn't gated. If your dog gets adventurous, they may end up trying to head that way.

This is a great playground for younger kids. It's spacious and mostly surfaced in rubber, so it…read moreprovides a soft landing for little ones. Several different play areas accommodate different ages and activities and it is surrounded by a gate and separate from the dog park that the title references. Cheerful, giant flowers crown the main faux wood play structure and a smaller slide set for babies. Farther back is an area with swings, see saws, and a roundabout. There were a few benches but not a lot of seating otherwise. We visited right after a rainstorm and I didn't notice any pooling puddles, although there is still dirt / landscaping on the borders of the playground so if your kiddos like to seek out mud and puddles to jump in, you'll want to keep an eye out. There is no parking lot but we've usually not had too much trouble with street parking.

Tenleytown has a nice local playground with a spinner and a really cute slide for 6-23 mos old…read morekids. The park has a lot of imagination play features (little tables and clubhouse things) but not a lot of verticality to this playground (slides or climbs) which may not appeal to older kids (7+) (Didn't use the dog park!)

Part of a greenway network, this park offers a small diversion from the surrounding suburbia. It…read moredoesn't have a lot of dedicated parking or facilities, but for being so close to the highway it is a quiet space, and with the trail access leading all the way to the tidal Potomac, you can spend as much or as little time as you want starting here.

There is a nice playground with what looks like new/well-maintained structures for kids. It has…read morewalking trails that lead to soccer fields and basketball courts. There are a couple of downsides, including a lack of shading in the playground section. Only a small picnic table area was shaded. And more importantly there are no public restrooms which if you are here with kids can be a big concern. The parking is limited to street parking.

We stopped by this dog park to tire out our corgis before the snow storm came. We wouldn't go out…read moreof our way to visit it (the floor is a bit like dusty sand and our dogs were filthy afterwards ). In addition, there was some poop around the park- it wasn't the cleanest. But, if we lived nearby, we'd probably pop in due to convenience, as it is quite large for the middle of a city.

Decent dog park. Lots of dogs most of the time, except if it's sunny. Even then sometimes people…read morebrave the weather and find shade under the trees, which is nice. There's a pool area for dogs to cool off in. Poop bags available if management keeps up with restocking, which at times they don't. Downsides are the play area is sand so dog gets dusty or dirty from sand if had a swim and parking after work hours is a nightmare because all parking gets taken and you're forced to park further away or you might not even find anything and have to leave. Also parts of the sand is covered in poop from owners not picking up so you'll need to watch your step. My favorite park is the one in falls church so I no longer come to this one

What a great dog park!! So many friends to smell, so many nooks and crannies to smell and mark, so…read moremuch room to run and explore! It was one of the first nice days of winter/spring transition and everyone and their dog decided to go to this dog park! There's water fountains and bowls. There's a less than 25lb fenced area too. Gated entrances and exits. Parking was a little tough and it's a very busy area in general, so drive slow and watch for humans and dogs as you're driving through!

Hidden Gem for Dog Lovers! This is hands down the biggest…read moredog park I've been to in the DMV area! It's a hidden gem that every dog owner needs to check out. The fenced-in area is spacious--probably about half a mile long--with plenty of room for pups to run and play freely. There are benches scattered throughout for owners to relax while the dogs have their fun. One of the best parts? There's a beautiful lake nearby that's perfect for cooling off on hot days. It's not fenced, so it's best for dogs with good recall, but it's such a great bonus feature. Plus, there's a built-in water station in the fenced area to keep your dog hydrated. Overall, this park is an amazing find--peaceful, spacious, and thoughtfully designed for both dogs and their humans. Definitely worth the visit!

I live in the neighborhood, Battery Vermont was nearby, but not at this spot. Civil war expert and…read moreI got out old maps and surveying equipment and many years ago located site of Battery under one of Sibley Hospital parking garages, on south side of Little Falls Road. Site of Battery and nearby forts like Martin Scott overlooking Chain Bridge needs to marked and interpreted so they are not forgotten. The hill written about has the old Overseer's house for the Reservoir, boarded up and not lived in for many years.

Though not an official park, it's a very pretty hill, great for taking your dog somewhere different…read moreand there is parking on MacArthur Blvd. At the top of the hill was Battery Vermont, one of the Union Civil War defenses of Washington.

Came here for a doggy birthday party and adoption event for Daisy's Legacy. The founder's dog…read moreturned 2 and I am currently fostering a dog through there so I can show her off. This was my first time. We had a closed off section in the back of the bar area but they also have a doggy gym and play area. There were a number of doggy alumni there with their owners. The bar has a food and drink menu and the staff were very friendly. Be mindful that the menu prices don't match the prices items ring in at so check your total before you pay. Overall a nice place to bring your pup and enjoy some food and drink. There is also a dog park right outside.

Since we wanted to venture outside of our regular dog park, we found wonderful indoor doggy…read moreplayground and human bar/restaurant in Arlington. I have to say that our young pup had a complete BLAST, so it definitely was worth the hour drive for our visit. The doggy playground is a pretty large space that has various obstacle courses apparatuses that dogs can attempt to conquer while playing with other dogs. I really appreciated that Snouts & Stouts' layout was pretty well organized. I thought the rules for both humans and dogs were pretty fair. Also, we really appreciated the speed in which our dog's vaccination records were verified. We managed to email our dog's vet records and have them confirmed within an hour of our first visit. Unlike most regular dog parks, Snouts & Stouts had a couple of folks (aka "rufferees") to ensure that everyone was having a good time. I loved the idea of the rufferees because it is a great way to have an unbiased person regulate the playground. As one might suspect, some owners can be super-sensitive or super-lax regarding their dog's behaviors and interactions with other dogs and humans. The playground has a separate place from the play ground where humans and dogs can consume their food. However, folks are permitted to consume beverages in the main playing area. The bar had an extensive variety of fun beverages for both humans and dogs. I thought the beers and cocktails were reasonable priced considering the area. Unfortunately, the chef was unavailable during our visit so we could not try any of the human food. A minor issue for me because I was STARVING. Fortunately for my appetitive, Snouts and Stouts had plenty of beers (particularly IPAs) that I could choose from. In general, I thought the playground was pretty clean and well-maintained. While the area was not super clean, it defiantly was 100% cleaner than any outdoor dog park. During our visit, I did notice that there was a mop bucket with soapy water near the dogs' water stations. While the mop bucket wasn't a huge deal, I thought it was a little strange that it was in that location considering a dog or two could have access to the soapy water. Perhaps, this was a minor oversight by the staff. I thought the price of entry (10 bucks for a day pass) was extremely generous. Also, if you purchase $40 worth of food and drinks (as of July 2025), you'll receive a free day pass for your next visit. Looking forward to making Snouts and Stouts a nice treat for our dog...as well as ourselves.

Monticello park is located along Beverley Road on one side and Old Dominion on the other. It is a…read morewetland that was never developed because it's always flooding. This park is a bird sanctuary asked in Spring, dozens of birders come here to enjoy viewing the warblers who stop here on their way north. For the rest of the year, it's a gorgeous shaded area that stays a lot cooler than the surrounding neighborhoods. There are park benches and picnic tables. Though nestled between lots of homes, the park is quiet and a great place to escape. It's dog friendly and there's even an area where dogs are permitted off leash.

Monticello Park is hidden in the Beverly Hills neighborhood (nice name) of Alexandria. It's easiest…read moreto access the park from West Glebe Rd. to Russell Rd. to Beverly Dr. The park is primarily known for "birders" since plenty of warblers, hawks, owls, etc. are supposed to inhabit the park. I just take my dogs there and they enjoy running around the trails and walking the riverbed. There isn't much water to play in and the trails aren't that long, but it's a nice place to get away from the more populated dog parks, i.e. Shirlington. The trees keep the place cool and there are some nice hills and long stretches of area to play fetch if you are lucky enough to have a dog that retrieves balls, unlike mine.

I like the swings here, but I don't like the big slide. It's too hard to get up because you have to…read moreclimb up the ropes. I wish they had steps to get up the big slide.

I love this park! It is the perfect little gem in this Penrose neighborhood. Located on Scott…read moreStreet you have a kiddie play ground, basketball court, a grilling/BBQ area, 4 tennis courts, a volleyball play area and there are 2 adjacent enclosed dog play areas! Not to mention so much green space. You have to be careful pet owners because the neighbors will call animal control if you walk your dog without a leash. I found out the hard way *annoyed face*. Yeah I know it's more for the dogs safety than for us two legged animals.

This park is truly fantastic! It's ideal for sunny days, offering a great time for young children…read more There's a designated dry play area for them to enjoy. Additionally, you'll find shaded spots, a small kids' hut, and a convenient parking area. Restrooms are not available, so make sure to bring along your swimwear and sunscreen for a perfect day out!

Along the Potomac River northwest of Georgetown is a close-knit community called The Palisades…read more This is its recreation center. There's a small parking lot in the front and trails that lead to an actual recreation center, fields and a playground that doubles as a splash park in the summer. My four-year-old daughter loved the playground. It's modeled after an Indigenous American village along the Potomac River with slides, etc. For being in a wealthy neighborhood, it's a little run down, but still a lot of fun. If you like quirky art, take the small dirt path to the right when facing the parking lot. Walk a few yards to a small opening in the forest to find the "Glass Forest" with art hanging on the trees. It's a little creepy, but also quirky!