Mason Neck State Park
Just 20 miles from downtown Washington, DC, Mason Neck State Park offers a range of mellow hiking, biking and paddling options in a wildlife-friendly zone on the shores of Belmont Bay that offers a fine example of Potomac/... trailpeak.com
Woodmarsh Trail
The Wood Marsh Trail begins at a trail head and parking area just off of High Point Road. The trail winds through the through an oak and beech forest down to the Great Marsh. The total length of round trip hike on the tra... localhikes.com
Lake Accotink Park Carousel, Springfield, Virginia
Located in Springfield, Virginia, Lake Accotink Park is nestled in the midst of Fairfax County. Once a rural farmland, the park is now surrounded by a bustling community. The Allan Herschell 1930s carousel is located at t... waymarking.com
Pyrite Mine Loop
This hike begins at the Turkey Run Environmental Education Center and winds through the woods before meeting and following the Suoth Fork of Quantico Creek. Watch for signs of beaver activity along the streams. Abouth mid... localhikes.com
Beaver Loop
The first and last sections of this hike arre threough the dec iduous woods of the rolling Piedmont terrain, while the central section follows the bank of the South Branch Quantico Creek as it tumbles over the rocks cutti... localhikes.com
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Surrounded by the Occoquan and Potomac Rivers, this ecological treasure is a time capsule of natural habitats that are rare or nearly extinct in Northern Virginia. Visit this unique place to experience tidal shorelines, mar... virginia.org
Burke Lake Park
Burke Lake Park offers many attractions including an operational 1/3 scale miniature train with scheduled rides in the park, an old fashioned carousel, ice cream parlor with birthday party packages available with a reservat... virginia.org
Mt. Vernon Trail
First, in the ninteenth century, George Washington's former Mt. Vernon estate became a de facto national shrine. Then, in the 1930's, the federal government created the scenic George Washington Memorial Parkway to carry m... localhikes.com
Bushey Point Trail
Short easy trail following the Potomac River until it reaches Powell's Creek. There are several picnic and fishing sites, as well as camping (with reservations) along the way. The trail begins beside Lee's Woods Trail, an... localhikes.com
Great Marsh Trail
Short, paved trail with benches for rest stops along the way. The trail meanders through a thinly wooded forest with little underbrush. Groves of Holly and Mountain Laurel can be found along the way. It ends at a viewing ... localhikes.com
Lees Woods Trail
Historic interpretive trail with both Revolutionary and Civil War points of interest. The park service provides guide books at the trail head that lead you along the trail and gives a brief explanation of each site. There... localhikes.com
Hemlock Overlook Center For Experiential Education
Hemlock Overlook Regional Park serves as an Outdoor Education Center operated jointly by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority and George Mason University. The university offers a variety of outdoor and environmenta... virginia.org
Powells Creek Crossing
Efforts began in 1864, but it wasn?t until July 2, 1872, with the aid of the Pennsylvania Railroad, that this section of rail line opened for service. The crossing at Powell?s Creek was 1,100 feet in length and constructed of h... hmdb.org
Beaver Pond Trail, Accotink Bay Wildlife Refuge
Easy, well marked trail leading upto and along Accotink Creek. Follow Great Blue Heron Trail out to bird blind for and excellant view of the bay and waterfowl. Several small ponds filled with turtles along the route back ... localhikes.com
Pohick Loop Trail
Wheel chair accessible - this is a short, paved trail through the woods adjacent to wetlands. Several interpretive signs on the flora and fauna of the area are posted along the way. A GREAT trail for young children to exp... localhikes.com
Hidden Pond
A short, but beautiful hike around a small nature pond and along Pohick creek. Nestled in the middle of Fairfax county, the park offers solitude, and opportunity for exploration. localhikes.com
Potomac Trail
Short hike along the Potomac River front in Leesylvania State Park. The gentle trail makes for an easy stroll, with picnic and fishing areas along the way. localhikes.com