Doctor's Run Park Renovations

Status

In Design

Arlington County and the community are working together to reimagine Doctor’s Run Park through a series of design and feedback steps. The renovation plan will shape future park improvements, with construction to follow once the design is complete.

Community members gather at a playground during an outdoor public engagement event, viewing large display boards on easels that show park plans and information. Adults and children stand together on wood-chip surfacing near play equipment, including slides and climbing structures, while one child wears a helmet and stands beside a skateboard. Trees surround the area on a sunny day.

About the Project

The Doctor's Run project will renovate the Park playground and volleyball court, and add a new shade structure, site furnishings, improved walkways, ADA accessibility upgrades, stormwater management, drainage, and landscaping enhancements.

Project Goals:

Resurface the existing volleyball court.
Update playground equipment.
Improve the paths within the park to ensure accessibility and circulation.
Install a new, small shade structure.
Upgrade existing site furnishings (picnic tables, park benches, trash and recycle bins) and add new ones.
Improve stormwater management.
Improve the site's landscaping.

About the Process

Click the drop downs below to explore the details and resources throughout the project process.

Fall 2025 - Feedback on Draft Concept

Level of Engagement: Involve

In October-November 2025, the project team provided a draft concept design to the community and solicited feedback. The community input gathered will inform the park's final draft design.

DPR gathered input at:

October 18 community event at Doctor's Run Park
October 28 pop-up at the Barcroft Apartments' Trunk or Treat Event
November 13 pop-up at the Doctor's Run volleyball court

Engagement #1 online feedback report

Spring 2026 - Final Draft Design Feedback

Level of Engagement: Consult

In May 2026 the project team developed a final draft concept for the Doctor's Run Park Renovation project and solicited community feedback to inform the final design. Click to review the final engagement summary with all comments heard.