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Upton Hill Regional Park

πŸ“ Boulevard Manor, VA

β˜…4.4(462 Google reviews)

Upton Hill Regional Park packs a beach-themed waterpark (Ocean Dunes), 18-hole mini golf, batting cages, the Climb UPton climbing structure, and walking trails into one Arlington, VA location.

βœ“ batting cagesβœ“ waterparkβœ“ mini golfβœ“ climbing structureβœ“ walking trailsβœ“ family day out
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We were visiting from out of town and had some free time to take my son to the batting cages. The staff were exceptionally helpful and accommodated all of my out-of-town questions and unfamiliarity with how reservations and the cages worked. We spent an hour hitting and it was a great time for my son. The next time we're visiting, we will definitely make a trip back.

πŸ† Family Action Verdict

Best for families with children aged 4 and up who want to fill a full day across multiple activity types. The mix of physical challenge (climbing, batting) and relaxed play (mini golf, trails) suits varied ages and energy levels in one visit.

ℹ️ What to Know Before You Go

πŸ’‘Batting cage tokens are sold when high school staff arrive in the afternoon on weekdaysβ€”plan accordingly
⏰Download the park map from the NOVA Parks website before arriving to orient your group
🎟️Walking trails and the playground are accessible from dawn to dusk year-round at no charge
πŸš—Each facility (waterpark, mini golf, batting cages, climbing) operates on separate seasonal schedulesβ€”check each before visiting

πŸ’¬ What Families Are Saying

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462 Google reviews

Batting cages35%
Helpful staff25%
Climbing park25%
Trails and grounds15%
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Kyle Parker

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β€œWe were visiting from out of town and had some free time to take my son to the batting cages. The staff were exceptionally helpful and accommodated all of my out-of-town questions and unfamiliarity with how reservations and the cages worked. We spent an hour hitting and it was a great time for my son. The next time we're visiting, we will definitely make a trip back.”

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Christine McDaniel

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β€œI love this place. And huge new climbing park. And some pretty trails.”

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Jessica Balthazar

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β€œReally great spot for batting practice at their batting cages. Only thing is that their hours on Google aren't correct. They are trying to get it fixed. During the week, they start selling tokens around 3:45pm when the high school employees get there after school, and batting cages officially open at 4pm. Staff there is super nice. Highly recommend.”

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Overview

Upton Hill Regional Park is a multi-attraction destination operated by NOVA Parks in Arlington, Virginia. Ocean Dunes Waterpark delivers beach-themed slides and splash areas. The batting cages accommodate youth and adult hitters with token-operated machines. Climb UPton is a vertical adventure structure for kids. The deluxe 18-hole mini golf course adds a low-key option for mixed-age groups. Walking trails thread through the property, providing a natural buffer from the surrounding urban area.

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