Greater Richmond ARCpark

The Greater Richmond ARCpark is open to everyone – every day from dawn to dusk (barring inclement weather)

• The ARCpark is the first of its kind in Central Virginia.
• The ARCpark is free and open to the public.
• The ARCpark is open to all ages and all abilities. Most features are handicap accessible.
• Hours of operation are from dawn to dusk every day of the week.  (The park will close for inclement weather.)
• The ARCpark is located at 3600 Saunders Avenue, Richmond, VA 23227, on Richmond’s Northside.
• Please review ARCpark rules listed on this site.
• Group Functions
  • If you are interested in having a party or group function at the ARCpark, please email ARCpark for information on reserving space under the picnic pavilion.
  • ARCpark General Rules & Picnic Pavilion Reservation Policy – 2016

The 2.4-acre ARCpark allows everyone – no matter your age, no matter your ability – to play and exercise together.

Special features include:

• Three state-of-the-art playgrounds for toddlers, school-aged kids and every-age
• An abundance of swings, including a wheelchair-accessible glider and a hammock-like Biggo Swing
• Recycled, poured-rubber safety surfaces throughout the park
• A wheel-chair accessible treehouse with an extra-wide ramp and a four-ton, re-purposed eucalyptus stump
• A custom-built, multi-sensory wall with panels that stimulate touch, hearing and sight
• A play house, a small stage, water troughs and music instruments for creative play
• Handicap-accessible fitness equipment and a multi-purpose playing court
• Water misting stations
• A large, shaded pavilion with nine picnic tables
• A family restroom with an adult-sized changing table
• Charging stations for electric wheelchairs