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Lubber Run Park in Arlington, VA
Quick answer
Lubber Run Park is a park or outdoor outing in Arlington, VA for toddlers, ages 4 to 6, and ages 7 to 10. Admission is free.
Preschool and school age playgrounds, hill slides, climbing nets, sandbox, swings, picnic space, and accessible restrooms.
- Hours
- Daily sunrise to sunset
- Admission
- Free
- Bathrooms
- Yes, Accessible public restrooms
- Parking
- Onsite lot and street parking, Estimated capacity: 75–110 spaces (onsite community-center parking plus nearby legal curb spaces)
- Reservations
- Not needed
- Stroller friendly
- Yes
- Good for
- All ages · Arlington, VA
- Address
- 200 N Columbus St, Arlington, VA 22203
What works by age
- Ages 1 to 3 High energy
A separate younger play area supports climbing and sliding without starting on the largest equipment.
- Ages 4 to 6 High energy
Children can move between play areas and repeat the hill slides.
- Ages 7 to 10 High energy
Older children can use larger playground features and add a creek or park walk.
Will this work for your family?
- Best for
- A free mixed age playground outing with hill slides, restrooms, and more than one play area.
- Choose something else when
- Choose a flatter park when hill walking or keeping track of children in separate areas will be difficult.
- Arrival plan
- Pick a meeting spot before the kids split between the younger and older play areas.
- Sibling fit
- The separate equipment works well for different ages when adults have a clear supervision plan.
Do this: Two Play Areas and a Hill Slide
Estimated duration: 60 to 90 minutes
- Start in the play area that fits the youngest child.
- Move together to the hill slides or larger equipment and let each child choose a turn.
- Finish with water and one shared favorite before walking back.
Bring: Water, Sun protection, A snack
Easy exit: Finish one last slide, get water, and wrap up for lunch or the next errand.
Quick parent answers
Does Lubber Run work for different ages?
Yes. It has separate play areas for younger and older children, plus hill slides that many siblings can enjoy together.
Does the park have restrooms?
Yes. Accessible restrooms are available at the park.
What parents are saying
Parents like the separate play areas for preschoolers and older children, plus the hill slides and accessible restrooms. The park feels manageable for a shorter outing without giving bigger kids too little to do.