I took my little nephews here for an afternoon of playing outside and adventure; away from their…read moreiPads and electronics. Albeit, it took some convincing and bribing (smh lol). I found this park from just Yelping parks that was nearby and I am glad we have found this park. It was a decent size. With a big play area, swings, good amount of picnic tables, bbq, and plenty of parking. And although we didn't have to use them; there were restrooms available as well! This park is next to a public school and we were able to walk to the other side of the tennis courts to enjoy the other playground that was part of the school's. My nephews had a fun time here. So much that I had to literally pull them into the car to go home! Lol We will be coming back for sure!

Don't let the pictures fool you as they did me-this playground is tiny! Luckily, there is a school…read morenext to it that has an awesome playground to make up for it! The soft, bouncy flooring is a plus. They have a seesaw, a few slides, some music stations, and swings. They also have "the sway" which you can rock back and forth. My son was a big fan of the roller slide! There are also tennis courts and basketball courts plus a field. Picnic benches can be found under a large covering (No COVID testing was going on during this visit) as well as in the sun. There is a parking lot, so no need to park on the street like I did. Without the school next door our trip here would have been pretty short. Luckily it's close so if we have less time in the future, this would make a good spot to revisit.

I love that this park exists as it is the only green space and playground in the area. My child…read morereally enjoys playing on the small playground. I do wish that the playground was larger and included swings and an area for toddlers to play, like other Alexandria parks, but I am thankful it exists in the neighborhood. The playground has plenty of shade which is nice. There is also a baseball diamond, a field with a hill perfect for sledding, a basketball court, a picnic shelter and the wooded creek Taylor run at the back.

Angel park is a decently sized neighborhood park with the rare feature of a small picnic shelter…read morewith a grill and a couple of tables (rare in Alexandria). The park also has a baseball diamond, a woods area with a creek running through it, a basketball court, and an enclosed playground which is not really appropriate for toddlers due to the elevated climbing features. Unfortunately, most of the children who use the playground are 3 and under. So while I appreciate the space, I am disappointed with the usability and safety. It would be nice to see this park get some updates but overall, it is relatively pretty well maintained.

Decent dog park. Have brought family pups here, and it's a decent spot. I go for the dogs, as like…read morethem more than people. Some kidding aside nice folks here. Have seen responsible people. That's not always the case. Here you can rest assured. There is lots of supervision. Is it the most exciting one? Nope. There's a good sized area for dogs to run. Am grateful for this, but would like more opportunities for four legged family members. If in the area stop in, as a tired dog is a good dog.

It's a fairly large green space with pedestrian bridges and picnic spaces. The area around it is…read moreresidential. It isn't as nice as going to the river, but as a community space it serves a need.

Mason District Park is ok. It's in the middle of Suburbia, so expect decent foot traffic on its…read moretrails. With that being said I'm grateful they are trails. These are okay for short walks, but won't be confused with spectacular ones. There are restrooms here. They are looking dated, as are the tennis courts. I hope the county can give it some TLC. Dog lovers rejoice. They have a rather nice dog park here. Seems to be nice dogs and okay people here. I wish the basketball courts were more in the shade. On hot days not the best. There is plenty of parking. Also they have quite regular farmer's markets.

One of the best neighborhood type of parks in the area with lots of hiking trails that can actually…read morebe kind of confusing so be sure and pay attention so you don't get lost. There are also tennis courts, baseball fields, soccer fields, an amphitheater and some other stuff. Plenty of parking but can be crowded when there's lot of events going on. I come here for the trails and would recommend checking it out if you're in the area.

New little adventure for Desmond and I. I was on Yelp looking for a new dog park or trail for my…read moredog and I to explore not too far from home. Dora Kelley nature park was such a great find! There are several entrances. We entered off the Sanger Ave entrance next to the Nature Center. There's lots of informational signs along the trail, explaining all of the different things to be on the lookout for, including plants, flowers, birds, and other species you may encounter. There's a paved and unpaved trail that runs along a creek. I usually keep an AirPod in and listen to music or audiobook, but there were so many earthly sounds that made me want to walk in silence and take in everything nature was offering.

Wonderful to surround oneself in nature here. Please complete the access from Beauregard!! It has…read morebeen blocked for years.

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.

I really enjoyed my visit to Jones Point Park! It's such a peaceful and beautiful place to get…read moreaway, take a walk, and enjoy the scenery. I loved being by the water and taking in the views, and the historic lighthouse was a really nice touch. It was the kind of place where I could slow down, relax, and just enjoy being outside. I'd definitely come back again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a nice spot to spend some time outdoors.

This has to be one of the largest parks in Arlington County. It pretty much has everything…read morerecreation related except for a pool. We're talking a soccer field, baseball field, volley ball are, tennis courts, and a really large play area for kids that is fenced off. There are also several park benches and a few of them have the roof canopy for those doing the picnic thing. I even saw a baseball practice area which is also enclosed. When I came today in a Sunday, there were several groups playing tennis and about twenty people playing volleyball which was cool. Having been stationed here for a short period of time, I wasn't even aware that the park existed. The park is located next to a library and it seems like there are also several condo buildings nearby.

I have been going to this park for some time now and it is one of the nicer parks right in the…read moremiddle of the city. There is plenty of parking by the library or even the street. Plenty to do around and a lot of restaurants and bars. My friends and I have been coming here to play tennis. They take many courts pretty well kept! And roughly 10 minute way to get to Ballston Quarter.

Holmes Run Park (never knew it was a "scenic easement" until I tried to add the Yelp listing) is a…read morelittle over 8 acres of natural wooded area and walking paths in the West End of Alexandria. There are picnic tables and grills, playgrounds, and exercise stations within the park as well. Much of it borders Holmes Run itself, which is pleasant to stroll along, especially after heavy rains when the water is high and tumbling over the small rock ledges. It's a great place to spy a wide variety of birds, white-tail deer, and even fox. In nice weather, Alexandrians take advantage of its trails and open spaces, jogging with their dogs, playing Frisbee, organizing pick-up games of soccer. We feel fortunate to live within spitting distance of the park and use it frequently. Husband is into cycling and uses Holmes Run's paths as a launching point for longer rides. I like to take long walks on the trails, which also connect to Dora Kelly Nature Preserve and Cameron Run Park. On nice days, throngs of our fellow Alexandrians do the same, enjoying this little slice of nature in the city.

This is also known as Brook Valley Park. The trail is very long and I have not been able to walk or…read morerun the whole way but it is nicely shaded. It runs along a creek so the view is cool. There is a pretty cool exercising course along the trail near Beatles Bridge. Also, across from the bridge is a good place to park your car unless you park at the main location called Brenman Park (which I will also review) which is a 5 minute drive. I do feel like the location itself is not safe to run/bike alone so do bring a buddy.