Upton Hill Regional Park

Upton Hill Regional Park is a recreational facility in Arlington that offers activities for different ages and interests. The park includes a water park with pools and slides, nine batting cages for baseball and softball practice, and an outdoor miniature golf course.

During the Civil War, the Union Army constructed Fort Ramsay on this location and built a wooden observation tower to communicate with the Washington Monument. The site served as a strategic point in the region's defensive network.

The park serves as a gathering space where families and neighbors come together for seasonal events, water activities, and outdoor recreation throughout the year. The water park area draws crowds on warm days, creating a social hub for the local community.

The batting cages are accessible with tokens, and bats and helmets are provided at no cost, though closed-toe shoes are required for safety. The park remains usable even in changing weather, with covered areas available for breaks.

The miniature golf course once featured a hole measuring 140 feet (43 meters), which was remarkably long for this type of course. This outsized hole often goes unnoticed by visitors, yet it reflects the park's effort to create distinctive recreational features.

Location: Virginia

GPS coordinates: 38.87070,-77.14420

Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:42