Theodore Roosevelt Island
George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Arlington, VA 22209
88 acres · 2 miles of trails
Wander the swamp boardwalks and forest trails of 88-acre Theodore Roosevelt Island in Arlington with your leashed dog. Shade abounds, with water access, parking, restrooms, and trash cans nearby. Stick to paths to protect wildlife.
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- Park
- Theodore Roosevelt Island
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Arlington, Virginia
- Coordinates
- 38.8975, -77.0644
- Size
- 88 acres
- Trail miles
- 2
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (2,410 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.1 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 2,410 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
88-acre Potomac River island. Leashed dogs welcome on swamp boardwalks and forest trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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