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Allan Saxe Field
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
✓ Real, verified data — Last verified July 2026
Parks in Arlington, TX
Arlington has roughly 40 parks in our directory — a starting point for Texas families looking for the right park close to home. The list below is drawn from OpenStreetMap contributors and public city-park data, then sorted by distance from your search so the nearest options come first. Texas is big and spread out, and what works for one family in Arlington won’t fit another — schedules, ages served, pricing, and how far you’re willing to drive all matter. That’s why we show real listings with addresses, phone numbers and directions rather than a vague map, so you can make a quick call and decide for yourself. We verify each listing is real and currently listed (last checked July 2026), but details change: hours shift, waitlists open and close, and some places update their services between our checks. A two-minute phone call before you load everyone into the car can save a wasted trip. Treat this page as a shortlist to work from — narrow it down, call ahead, and confirm the specifics that matter most for your family in Arlington. And if you’re after more practical, parent-tested help, our Parents Declassified guides are written for exactly these everyday moments.
The 40 nearest, ranked honestly — never by payment
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Arlington Highlands courtyard #1
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Arlington Highlands courtyard #2
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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B.C. Barnes Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Bob Cook Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Bob McFarland Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Brantley Hinshaw Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Brazos Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Burl L Wilkes Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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CAPPA Courtyard
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Carl Knox Jr. Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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College Hill Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Curtis Mathis Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Curtis Mathis Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Doug Russell Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Dr. Robert Cluck Linear Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Founders Plaza
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Gateway Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Gene Allen Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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George Stevens Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Gibbins Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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H.A.D. Dunsworth Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Harold Patterson Sports Center
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Helen Wessler Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Howard "Gumpy" Moore Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Janet and Mike Greene Research Quadrangle
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Julia Burgen Linear Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Knapp Heritage Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Marrow Bone Linear Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Meadowbrook Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Parkway Central Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Pirie Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Richard Greene Linear Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Richard Greene Linear Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Rotary Dream Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Senior Center Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Senter Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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The Green at College Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Valley View Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
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Vandergriff Park
✓ Verified Jul 2026
“Public park in Arlington — green space for play, walks and weekend outings. Amenities vary; check before you go.”
Source: OpenStreetMap
How we chose these. We start from a full public list of parks serving Arlington — built from OpenStreetMap contributors and public city-park data. We verify each is real and currently listed (last checked July 2026), then sort by family-relevant signals: true distance, data completeness (address, phone, website), and listing source. Listings marked “Featured” would be paid placements — clearly labeled — and payment never changes the ranking of these picks. Listings are informational; please verify independently before visiting.
Frequently asked — Arlington
▸ Are these Arlington parks free?
Many of these are free or low-cost public and nonprofit resources, but it varies by location and program. We label the source for each listing. Always confirm any fees, eligibility or seasonal hours with the specific park before you go.
▸ What should I check before contacting a Arlington park?
Confirm current availability, ages or grades served, location and hours — these differ from place to place. The list is sorted by distance from your search so you can start with the closest fit in Arlington, then call to confirm the details that matter for your family.
▸ Where does this Arlington listing data come from?
These listings come from OpenStreetMap contributors and public city-park data. It’s informational and provided to help you find options near you — verify hours, eligibility and details directly before visiting. We’re an early preview and Texas-only for now.
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