Oxon Run Park
About
Oxon Run Park is a park in Washington, DC, at 1200 Mississippi Ave SE.
Reviews lean positive — 4.3 out of 5 across 288 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: free street parking.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in Washington.
What works
Solid local standing
A 4.3 average from 288 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
Open every day
The same hours all week (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Free parking
Free street parking — one less thing to pay for.
Worth knowing first
A narrow window to fit it in
Open 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM and no longer — it has to land inside the working day.
Planning a visit
General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.
A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.
When to go
Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
What to bring
- Water
- A blanket or folding chair
- Sunscreen on clear days
- Leash and waste bags
Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Amenities
Common questions about Oxon Run Park
What is Oxon Run Park?
Oxon Run Park is a park in Washington, DC, at 1200 Mississippi Ave SE.
What are the opening hours at Oxon Run Park?
Oxon Run Park is open 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM every day of the week.
Are dogs allowed at Oxon Run Park?
Yes — Oxon Run Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at Oxon Run Park?
Parking options here include free street parking.
Is Oxon Run Park good for kids?
Yes — Oxon Run Park is flagged as family-friendly.
How is Oxon Run Park rated?
Oxon Run Park holds 4.3 out of 5 stars from 288 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
Washington has 1 other park listed on AllParx, including Kenilworth Park (Cross Country trail).
