Arlington is home to many spacious playgrounds, with green space and plenty of outdoor activities for kids.
Here are the top playgrounds in Arlington, Virginia. Complete with swing sets, slides and lots of space to run around, these playgrounds were voted as Arlington’s best.
Top vote getters
1. Chestnut Hills Park
2807 N. Harrison Street, Yorktown
This 4.4-acre park has all kinds of play features, including a school bus, school house and slide. There’s also a drinking fountain, shaded areas to sit and free parking.
2. Fairlington Park
3304-3318 S. Stafford Street, Fairlington
This play space has swing sets, spinners, park benches and climbing features for kids. The park also has a basketball court, sand pit and picnic tables.
3. Rocky Run Park
1109 N. Barton Street, Courthouse
This outdoor space includes a playground area with climbing features and a slide for kids, as well as a large field, basketball courts and picnic tables nearby.
Other notable spots
- Lubber Run Park
- Bluemont Park
- Quincy Park
- Jennie Dean Park
- Lyon Village Park
- Lacey Woods Park
- Mosaic Park
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Last Update: April 18, 2025