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Fort Barnard Park

2101 S Pollard St, Arlington, VA 22204, United States

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About This Campsite

Fort Barnard Park

Fort Barnard Park is a delightful recreational area, featuring a quiet and updated playground that caters to children of all ages. This small neighborhood park offers various amenities that ensure both fun and safety for families. Nestled conveniently near a bustling main street, it serves as a serene escape while still easily accessible.

Features and Amenities

  • Updated and well-maintained playgrounds for different age groups: one for children under 5, and another for kids aged 5-12.
  • A small pavilion with picnic tables for enjoying meals or taking a rest.
  • A beautifully kept baseball field and a two-hoop basketball court for sports enthusiasts.
  • Open fields for running and various activities, along with well-landscaped grounds providing ample space for exploration and play.
  • A unique old western style fort theme that adds a fun element for children.
  • Paved ramps for easy stroller access and close proximity street parking.

Important Considerations

  • Be prepared for the lack of restroom facilities, a point to consider before planning your visit.
  • The park is located on a hill, which might pose a challenge for biking or walking enthusiasts.
  • While generally quiet, the park can occasionally become busier when visited by larger groups of bigger kids.

Overall Thoughts

Fort Barnard Park is ideal for families seeking an engaging and safe environment for children to play and explore. With distinct play areas, sports facilities, and a scenic landscape, it provides a rewarding experience for visitors of all ages. While attention to some logistical details like restroom availability is beneficial, the overall charm and functionality of the park can't be understated. Come and enjoy a fun-filled day at Fort Barnard Park!

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Victoria Truhn

08/06/2023

Quiet, updated playground. Great for all ages and decent shade in the morning and late afternoon. Small pavilion with picnic tables. Street parking, no bathroom, no fence. A paved ramp gives stroller access.

Maritza Cooper

10/20/2021

What a lovely place to take the kids! There are actually 2 separate playgrounds, close together. 1 for the under 5 kiddos , the other for the 5-12 crowd. We visited on a Thursday Afternoon and the park was filled with kids laughing and playing. Plenty of seats for parents to watch the little ones. It was clean and well landscaped, with lots of fun things for the kids to do. Everyone seemed to be having a blast and the kids all got along really well. My 8 year old Granddaughter, declared it "wonderful". And she made a friend. We will definitely be back. Great job to the designers.

Bret Carr

12/03/2017

This is an amazing park! The crowd there is generally pretty thin though it can get a little rowdy at times when bigger kids show up. There is a lot of climbing, a big slide, spinning things to get dizzy on, and plenty of places to run around in the attached field. There’s even a water fountain nearby. There are no restrooms, though. That last point is something you might want to think about before going.

M.E.

09/08/2021

Small neighborhood park. Playground area for young children looks new. Park includes a well kept baseball field. Incudes two hoop basketball court in this park. Free street parking available nearby. Just off a busy main street.

Peter Middleton (Middza)

11/20/2017

Fun playground that uses the theme of an old western style fort. Easy to view all areas of the playground from one of the benches or tables making supervision easy for parents. Basketball and open field available for older kids. Its location on top of a hill make it a challenge to bike or walk too.

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