Jones Point Park

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: Historic Site, National Park

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: Garden plots available for rent.
Access to Mount Vernon Trail.
Jones Point Lighthouse, built in 1855, is the last remaining riverine lighthouse in Virginia.
open playing fields, trail, playground equipment, river access and views

GETTING THERE:

Parking, Parking on Street, Public Transit: Bus, Bike Racks

pDriving Directions: From the northbound lanes of Washington Street (the George Washington Memorial Parkway) turn right on Green Street. Drive two blocks, then turn right onto South Royal Street. Drive to the cul-de-sac at the end of the street and turn left to enter the park.

From the southbound lanes of Washington Street (the George Washington Memorial Parkway) turn left on Green Street. Drive two blocks, then turn right onto South Royal Street. Drive to the cul-de-sac at the end of the street, and turn left to enter the park.

kParking Instructions: Parking is available at the end of the entrance road. Overflow parking is available on city streets outside the park, but motorists must abide by posted parking restrictions and time limitations.

lBus Route: The 11Y Metrobus (Mt Vernon Express) stops at the corner of Washington Street and South Street. The park is a two minute walk down South Street from the bus stop.

TADA Accessible: Yes

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Mixed Use Field, Open Space, Trails, Outdoor Basketball Court, Rollerskating, Birdwatching, Fishing, Kayaking/Canoeing

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Playground, Restrooms, Drinking Fountains, Picnic Tables

Playground Size: Medium

Playground Shade: Little or none

Playground Surface Type: Synthetic rubberized material

Pets: Allowed On-Leash

Additional Features: Community Gardens, Historic Site

Trash Cans: Yes

TRAIL DESCRIPTION:

Trail Surface: Paved & Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Running/Jogging, Inline Skating, Bicycling, Dog Walking

Trail Difficulty: Easy

Trail Layout: Loop & Linear (network)

Trail Length: 0.5 to 1 mile

Trail Shade: Some

Trail Surface Type: Asphalt, Concrete, Gravel

Trail Slope: Flat/Gentle

Trail Width: 4-8 ft

Trail Extras: Lighting or Open after dark, Playground, Historic Sites

OTHER:

Programming Available: Education/Ranger Programs

Open Space Activities: Play frisbee or catch, Go for a walk or jog, Have a picnic, Do Yoga

Open Space Size: Larger than one football field in size

Open Space Shade: Little or None

Natural Water Feature: River/Channel