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.

Great recycling experience! They have parking and massive containers! Very easy to sort and it's…read morenot busy.

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.

Cute little park for walking around. Not a ton of parking, especially if there are little league…read moregames going. There is an old timey train car with a historic sign. On a nice weather day, this is a great park for a short stroll or for a longer hike along the trails.

This park is adorable and packed with way more than I expected! I went here a bunch of times this…read moresummer and fall, and every time I was happy with the scenery and the offerings. There are several different places to park and a few different entrances, depending on whether you're interested in the fields, the playgrounds, the disc golf or the trails. So much to choose from! I went for the trails, which is connected to the W&OD that is 40-plus miles long and Four Mile Run. So, pick the one you'd like, and loop around back to your parking spot. I really like this park! You can also find a bench and just hang out near some trees or the fields. You can bring a blanket and toss around a frisbee and have a little picnic. You can bring your children and let them run around and play. What a find in NoVa!

This is a teeny tiny park in N Arlington located near Lee Highway. So I definitely need to preface,…read morethere was this insanely creepy dude hanging around the toddler playground and spinning himself in the cup swing while rapping to the music in his head that was very unnerving. Hopefully someone takes note of that. Otherwise, we had a small amount of fun here. We enjoyed the big kid slide, and the little tikes area. There is a large grassy area with several chairs; however, expect to be eaten alive down here. Parking is on the street.

Great for big and little kids alike. Free two hour street parking nearby. Shaded. Benches aplenty…read more Adjacent to basketball courts. Great gem of a playground. Paved walking/biking trail goes right by it.

This is a decent neighborhood park. Should you drive out of your way for this? Nope. There's a nice…read moretrail. Good spot for the leaves changing color. One can catch a break here. It's never too busy either, which I do like for relaxing. Have played basketball here. The courts do need to be updated. Also what's up with the nets? There are some picnic tables, and charcoal grills from back in the day. Definitely heat these up well. I am grateful for this park, but it's nothing spectacular.

We adore this little gem! Rose Lane Park is a little neighborhood park that has a playground with…read more swings, basketball courts, and a little covered area for picnicking and grilling. It also has an entrance to one of many trails that all connect. This particular trail has a really cute bridge that you can cross over, or if you have a little ones, both the human or the furry kind, they often enjoy going down below the bridge on the rocks and playing near the creek. My son always LOVED to do this. The trail itself is very beautiful and the majority of it is canopied by trees in the woods. There are certain patches that have open areas and there are several adjoining paths that will meander into the one you're on. You will also cross over the streams a few times but there are either bridges or stepping stones for crossing. There is no shortage of wildlife on these trails either as we have seen everything from deer to foxes to herons and turkey vultures and even had a few snakes cross our path, lucky us, lol. At night this place comes alive with more foxes and deer and add to that mix raccoons, possums, skunks, and even coyotes. Yep you read that correctly! Rumor has it bobcats & fishers have been sited too & there's also been chatter about mountain lions & bears, "oh my!", but talk is cheap & rumors are rampant, lol. Come on out & get your nature on! It's soooo so awesome!

I wandered over here because I had time to kill before heading to my Airbnb for the night. Even in…read moreearly March, it was beautiful and the area was coming out of the winter. It was a Wednesday afternoon in March 2026 after arriving into DCA airport and braving the Yellow line metro crowds and the frigid cool March DC weather, I made it here to decompress and see what Alexandria had to offer. Huntley Meadows Park seemed to have a lot of space, based on Google Maps. And so, I got off the public transportation and walked a block or so to the entrance of the park. Hardly anybody was here at the time they sent me and a couple of people that were just walking their dog. It was quite nappy, but I guess the dog and the people were used to these conditions. I guess they live in the area or something, so they're are used to it. I spent about an hour or so wandering around and enjoying one hour of my vacation time before it was time to pick up dinner and head to my Airbnb nearby. I found the wetland and decided to walk the paths to just enjoy the beauty of the park in the middle of Alexandria, Virginia. The wide open spaces was a comfort for me and wondering why not more people are here. My guess is they're rushing home after a tough day at the office or something. There are many benches and watch areas to see the wildlife thrive in the winter time. While it is serene in March, there is always beauty in nature wherever you can find it. And here in Huntley Meadow Park, you can find it here anytime of the year. Come as you are and the wildlife will love you. The overall experience here at the Huntley Meadow Park was fantastic and educational. It gave me a chance to decompress after a long day of travel and just enjoy the beauty of Alexandria at this nature preserve that also doubles as a beautiful park. There's a lot of trees here and it's very much maintained by the staff at the Fairfax County Parks Authority. I felt like walking in the woods a bit and not in a park for parts of the path. It was serene to be here especially during the winter. There's always something about the dead of winter that gives pause to everything. Here in Alexandria, I found such a place that lives inside Huntley Meadows Park. It was very enjoyable and definitely worth a visit if you can and are in the area to do so. Definitely peaceful and serene to relax even in cold winter conditions. I ended up walking slowly around the path that circles the park and seeing the wetlands and the wildlife that greeted me. I'm sure that they all were hibernating in one way or another and awaiting warmer spring weather. Coming here makes me happy even in the cold. I saw a few birds in the water, but not much else activity. Cold tends to slow nature down a bit. Best bet would be to come when you can to enjoy the outdoors and nature at its most pristine form. Definitely recommended if you are in the area and an alternative to visiting Washington DC. Best thing to do is to come during daylight hours to capture the essences of Huntley Meadow Park and where the wildlife living in the park is more active. It was one of the highlights of my day after a day long travel from Honolulu via Los Angeles. Huntley Meadow Park is the hidden gem of Alexandria, Virginia and Fairfax County. It's a large city community park that caters to anyone and everyone who wishes to visit. The entrance is Is located at 3701 Lockheed Blvd in Alexandria, Virginia. It's Fairfax County's best kept secret. Best of all is that there is no admission fees for individuals and families. However, groups of 12-60 people are charged $30 for entry. Good thing I was there by myself so I got to experience Huntley Meadow Park for free. As far as parking, there's parking areas for those of yall who drive. Best thing to do is to get there early to secure the prime parking spot you want. If you are like me, I got here from the Ronald Regan Washington international airport and took the Yellow Line metro and then a bus. After arriving, I walked towards the entrance to the park, which wasn't too far from that. There's always Uber and Lyft, if you don't prefer to take public transportation and don't drive yourself. Huntley Meadows Park is more than a park but like a nature preserve that is home to many species of wildlife. It's a sanctuary that makes nature come alive everyday. Do yourself a favor and come visit if you get a chance to. It's better than a Zoo. 5.0 stars for the overall experience Support local! A+

This park is a hidden gem tucked away in the center of busy Alexandria. It has a few trails and a…read morenice boardwalk that traverses the marshland and gives opportunities for birdwatching. The boardwalk is exposed so make sure to bring a hat, sun glasses, and some sunscreen. The nature trails are mostly covered under tree canopies, are short loops, dog friendly, but depending on the time of day, can be a bit crowded. Also note that there is another Huntley Meadow Park at the junction of S. Kings Hwy and Telegraph Rd. This park has wide hardball paved paths that ends at the edge of the lake.

Really awesome community center with a gym, basketball courts, pickleball courts, learning rooms,…read moreand party rooms. Sarah at the front desk is the best ever; she's so helpful, kind, and dedicated. When my phone got stolen, she worked tirelessly to help me find it.

My husband and I have been coming here for a couple years now and we love atmosphere, if you are a…read morePickleball player, you should definitely check it out, it's very popular, you will have a lot of competition from all levels... Everybody's really friendly and they have it very organized to where everyone gets a turn to play. There is a playground right next to the courts so in case you have kids, it's perfect to bring them and let them play as well. They also have basketball courts and on winter you are able to play indoor volleyball or pickle ball . I can forget to mention that they have bathroom and water fountain

I really like this little park. It's well maintained and in spring is gorgeous. He river is nice…read moreand there are lots of families, bikers and joggers that pass through here. It's a great spot to walk dogs as well!

This park has a decent playground with swings, a couple of slides, a jungle gym, and a climber. A…read moregood place to take the kids after school.