Shirlington Dog Park

Address: 2710 S Oakland St, Arlington, VA 22206

Running along Four Mile Run, this long, narrow off-leash area gives dogs access to the creek for wading alongside a paved walking path and plenty of tree shade. Large and small dogs have separate sections, and waste bag stations, water fountains, benches, and picnic tables are spread throughout. No grass means it can get muddy after rain, but the creek access keeps dogs coming back.