Clemyjontri Park
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"Favorite park for my kids"
I live about 30 minutes from clemyjontri but it is a regular for me and my kiddos. It is so bright and colorful and there is something for every age and type of child. Parking is limited in the attached lot so we always try to get there by 10AM, however if they're out of spots there is a lot just a little bit further down the road. Also, be sure to stay close to your kids because it is easy to lose sight of a kiddo with the play areas being so large and spread out. It's a full day of fun though. And it's free! Lots of picnic table space as well, though the pavilion fills up on weekends for party rentals months and months in advance. Overall a wonderful place!
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"Great park but crowded."
This is a park that has things for kids of all abilities to do. There is a carousel but that was closed the day we were there. There are swings made for disabled children. Playground equipment is appropriate for 1 years old all the way to middle school. The playground is very popular and very crowded and you often have to wait in line for swings.
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"Very Unusual Playground"
Clemyjontri Park is worth the drive if you are staying anywhere in northern Virginia. It is a handicapped-accessible playground with all kinds of cool playground structures that you can't find anyplace else. It is divided into several sections, so make sure you have enough adults to follow the smallest ones around as they wander, or rather, run from section to section.
You'll find swings that roll back and forth, ride-on animals, rocker rides, a maze, numerous jungle gym areas, and there's even a large carousel in the middle (open seasonally with a small fee to ride). Bring your own picnic lunch and use the park's table facilities, or spread out on your own blanket.
Wear your sunscreen! There is little shade here!
The park does have restrooms. The parking lot is very small, however, and only holds about 50 cars or so. You can either circle around and around waiting for someone to leave, or you can drive about 1/4 mile up the road and park in the overflow parking lot (clearly marked with signs). If you park at the overflow area, there is a nice sidewalk you can use to walk back (stroller-friendly).
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"The best playground ever"
This is one of the country's first, and perhaps best, universally designed parks. Kids of all ages and abilities can play in this brightly-colored park. The ground is completely level and rubberized; climbing structures are wide, strong, and accessible, too. Lots of space and thematic areas -- big helicopter, a playhouse, a giant fire truck with fireman's pole, a kid-sized maze, swings and a rocking "boat."
This story tells it all: I accidentally locked my keys in the car upon arriving with my two kids. We had snacks and money for the beverage vending machines, so I decided to wait for my husband to rescue us. SEVEN HOURS later when he arrived from work, my son's reaction: "Aw, Dad -- not yet!"
Lots of parking between the attached lot and the satellite lot. Clean bathrooms (I only wish they also had the little potties), nice picnic area. Beautiful working carousel in the heart of the park that's open daily in the summer, and on weekends during most of the rest of the year. Carousel is a small fee, but an adult can ride free with very small kids.
Two down sides to this park: 1) it is massive -- if you have more than one kid, you'll want more than one adult so you can keep track of everyone. 2) there isn't a lot of shade. They've planted trees and have some artificial structures for shade, but it can get brutal in the area's summer heat and humidity.
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"A little overwhelming"
Very large park. My kids went there and enjoyed but I almost think there is too much to look at and too much going on. My kids were running from one thing to the next because they wanted to see it all and then they did not know what to do. The fact that it handicapped accesible is great. All kids can play and enjoy. We would go back but it is a little big.
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"Great for all kids!"
Clemyjontri Park is a great park for all kids! The park has playground activities that is great for the older kids. They even have a carousel for the kids to ride. There are picnic tables for you to picnic.
There is limited parking at the park itself therefore you have to park in the overflow across the street and walk to the park. And there is little shade so it can be very sunny during peak times.
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"So much fun!!"
My 2 year old looooves this park. I know that when we go, we are going to be there for a while, so I always pack a lunch. The park is huge and really open so when my little one runs off to play on something else, I can still see her. The play areas are age specific and there is something for everyone.
Like previous poster said, the parking lot is small and you may have to park across the street at the overflow lot. I've managed to get lucky and have been able to secure a spot in the lot every time we've gone.
The carousel is great and worth the $1.50. I typically make it the last thing we do so my daughter knows after that, it's time to leave.
I recommend this to anyone who has kids and a few hours to kill.
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"Perfect park for families with toddlers"
Clemyjontri Park has a strange name, but it's an awesome place to bring your toddlers. (More about the name later.)
First, this place is huge. There are many many sets of slides, monkey bars, swings, and every other playground item you'd expect. There is a track that goes through the whole park so that kids can just run around safely. There's even a straight open area for "drag races". The entire park has that soft track material so that any falls are cushioned. There is also a pretty nice carousel that opens in the spring/summer and costs $1.50 per ride.
There is small covered area with picnic benches, but you can't really count on it being available since there are generally a lot of people at the park. This space can also be rented out for parties. There are some smaller surrounding grass areas that can be used for a makeshift picnic.
One minor downside to the park is that the parking lot is small, so you most likely will have to park in the overflow parking down the street. It's only a two block walk, but it's worth mentioning.
Finally, bring sunscreen for the kids. Most of this place is in direct sunlight, and you'll be here for a while because your kids will not want to leave.
If you're wondering about the name... the 18-acre property was generously donated by Adele Lebowitz, and the park was named after her four kids: Carolyn (CL), Emily (EMY), John (Jon), and Petrina (Tri).
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