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James Hunter Park – dog park in Arlington, VA

James Hunter Park

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4.3 / 5 Rating

About the Park

AI Summary

James Hunter Park is a large off-leash area with sandy ground, seating, and a wading pool for dogs. Visitors report many friendly dogs and owners, with ample space for dogs to socialize and run. However, the park consistently struggles with strong urine odor, poor drainage after rain, sand sticking to fur, recurring water feature availability issues, and limited waste bag dispensers.

Visitors Like

  • Spacious area for dogs to run
  • Dogs enjoy socializing
  • Wading pool and water fountain
  • Multiple seating areas

Worth Noting

  • Persistent strong urine odor
  • Limited nearby parking
  • Sand sticks to fur and toys
  • Poor drainage; waterlogging after rain

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James Hunter Park – dog park in Arlington, VA
1 / 10

Google Reviews

4.3

195 reviews

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Natalie M
Natalie M
35 reviews
14 hours ago

If you’re driving to the park, there is extremely limited parking within a reasonable distance. The park is a mix of gravel/sand, and the whole park b...

Andy Zaidi
Andy Zaidi
121 reviews
10 months ago

Nice water fountain, plus sand with grass right outside, and a moderate amount of shade. Shocked that there were absolutely no waste bags (not even em...

vanessa cochran
vanessa cochran
20 reviews
a year ago

Always a fun place to go with a great location to Clarendon. Dogs have always been friendly. I know there's been incidents but never witnessed one mys...

willku9000
willku9000
1099 reviews
a year ago

Full transparency I don’t have a dog. However i did stop here a couple times to take a breather during a long walk and from what I have observed from ...

Millie Vargas Paredes
Millie Vargas Paredes
22 reviews
a year ago

As a human, it’s not my favorite place, but my dogs love it!

david turvene
david turvene
308 reviews
2 years ago

Really nice dog park with sitting areas on both sides. Dog area is large with sandy ground and a wading pool. I like to sit and read in at the seats

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FEATURES

Water Available
Off-Leash
Shade Available
Separate Dog Areas

AMENITIES

Parking Lot
Trash Cans
Benches/Seating
Poop Bags

TERRAIN

Lighting

PARKING

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Park Summary

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State VA
City / County Arlington
Enclosure Fence Open Border
Community Rating 4.3 ★
Dog Access Off-Leash Area

Opening Hours

SundayOpen 24 hours
MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
Friday(Today)Open 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
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