Dawson Terrace Community Center — Local services in Arlington

Dawson Terrace Community Center and Park is north of Rosslyn in a mostly residential neighborhood called North Highland. It's along the highway and the Potomac River. The community center itself is in a historic stone building. The park is behind it with a section for smaller kids and a rope playground with a massive blue slide for older kids. There's a trail that leads to the remains...

Dawson Trace is another of Arlington County's great community parks. It is really tucked away inside a neighborhood so you would never know it's there unless you did a search for it. The park has several creative pieces of equipment that my kids just love. The only problem I have is trying to get my kids to leave when it's...

Playground is brand new and gorgeous! There's an area for younger kids (2-5), and for older (5-12). Really nice turf covering in the play area, lots of seating and tables. Parking may be tight if there's a...