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Madison Manor Park and Playground

Madison Manor Park, 12th Road North, Arlington, VA, USA

Dawn to dusk

$

playground, run, outdoor-adventures

Madison Manor is a fun park & playground with something for everyone!

Tucked in the Madison Manor neighborhood of Arlington VA, Madison Manor Park is truly a neighborhood gem. With massive renovations completed in early 2020, Madison Manor is a park with something for everyone.

At the playground, you can find two sections - one for older kids, and one for younger kids. Half of the park caters to babies, with baby swings, a seesaw, and a small climbing area; the other half features a tire swing, a large climbing area, and a Nature Play Area. The Nature Play Area is one of our favorite features of the park - the sign reads “for future architects, engineers, builders, and dreamers” -  and kids have the chance to build with sticks, logs, and stumps. We love building tee-pees and more. 

The other part of the park features a basketball court, tennis courts, a skateboard area, soccer fields, and a baseball field. There is also a covered pavilion for picnics, playtime, or events. Check the Arlington Country Park & Recs website for sponsored events, including the Arlington Arts Bus, R.E.A.D. book fairs, and more. 

You can also find a bathroom (closed November 15-March 15 for winter, per Arlington Country) and drinking fountains. 

Located near mile marker 4.5 off of the Washington & Old Dominion Trail, runners, bikers, and walkers alike will love this playground. 

When you're done playing, stop by South Block in Arlington, near East Falls Church metro, for a Warrior Bowl or Super Green Smoothie. 

Features

Playground Stroller-friendly Picnic
Thoughtfully captured by:
Melody Parry Jones
Melody moved around most of her life (military family) and graduated from the University of Central Florida where she was a college athlete. Even though the beach will always feel like home, she now lives in Arlington, VA with her husband, Brent, and the #fourlittlejonesies. After stints as a flight attendant, government consultant, and sales representative for a major running brand, Melody spends her days exploring and adventuring with the kids. Whether it’s a hike, playground, bike ride/run to a playground, or nature walk, Melody and the kids are always out of the house by 9:30am (otherwise, it’s chaos). Melody is a Washington D.C. ambassador, and loves the opportunity to explore even more in the city she calls home.
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