THINGS TO DO WESTFIELDS GOLF CLUB www.westfieldsgolf.com | 703-631-3330 | 13940 Balmoral Greens Ave., Clifton 20124 | Carved into the natural landscape, this Fred Couples-designed course is one of "America's Top Golf Courses" by Zagat. a = Civil War | b = Family Friendly GREAT FALLS PARK www.nps.gov/grfa | 703-757-3101 | 9200 Old Dominion Dr., Great Falls 22102 | A beautiful 800-acre park run by the National Park Service offering peaceful hikes and breathtaking waterfall views. b MASON NECK STATE PARK & WILDLIFE REFUGE PARKS & RECREATION ARCADIA FARM www.arcadiafood.org | 571-384-8845 | 9000 Richmond Hwy., Alexandria 22309 | Demonstration farm and educational children's garden providing a sustainable model of agriculture to new farmers, students and the public. b GREEN SPRING GARDENS AND HORTICULTURAL CENTER www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/mason-neck | 703-339-2385 | 7301 High Point Rd., Lorton 22079 | This Virginia State Park offers many outdoor activities and programs, and is home to the nation's first wildlife refuge dedicated to the bald eagle. b www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/green-spring | 703-642-5173 | 4603 Green Spring Rd., Alexandria 22312 | An outdoor classroom, museum and national historic site featuring a wooded stream valley with ponds, native plant garden, demonstration gardens and more. b MEADOWLARK BOTANICAL GARDENS HEMLOCK OVERLOOK REGIONAL PARK www.novaparks.com | 703-255-3631 | 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct., Vienna 22182 | Picturesque 95-acre treasure with gardens, flowers and trees, featuring the only public Korean Bell Garden in the Western Hemisphere. b BULL RUN REGIONAL PARK www.novaparks.com | 703-631-0550 | 7700 Bull Run Dr., Centreville 20121 | Spacious fields accommodate groups for picnics and camping, while trails offer miles of hiking and solitude. b www.novaparks.com | 800-877-0954 | 13220 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton 20124 | Small, multi-use park in Clifton that doubles as an outdoor education center operated by Adventure Links. b OCCOQUAN REGIONAL PARK www.novaparks.com | 703-690-2121 | 9751 Ox Rd., Lorton 22079 | 350-acre park scenically located on the Occoquan River and home to new premier event space: The River View at the Jean R. Packard Center. b HIDDEN OAKS NATURE CENTER BURKE LAKE PARK www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-323-6600 | 7315 Ox Rd., Fairfax Station 22039 | An 888-acre lakefront park with fishing, boating, hiking and other recreational activities. Mini-golf, ice cream and train rides for kids. b www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-941-1065 | 7701 Royce St., Annandale 22003 | Serene nature center within Annandale Community Park offering animal exhibits, trails, exhibits and a pond. b POHICK BAY REGIONAL PARK www.novaparks.com | 703-339-6104 | 6501 Pohick Bay Dr., Lorton 22079 | Water-oriented park offering canoes, kayaks and paddle boats. Waterpark on site and camping options available. b HIDDEN POND NATURE CENTER CLEMYJONTRI PARK www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-388-2807 | 6317 Georgetown Pk., McLean 22101 | A playground where every child is welcome and children of all abilities can play side-by-side. b www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-451-9588 | 8511 Greeley Blvd., Springfield 22152 | Undisturbed woodland, quiet trails, splashing streams and a tranquil pond await visitors to this beautiful nature preserve. b RIVERBEND PARK HUNTLEY MEADOWS PARK www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-759-9018 | 8700 Potomac Hills St., Great Falls 22066 | More than 400 acres of forest, meadows and ponds with spectacular river views, boating opportunities, beautiful wildflowers and wildlife. b DYKE MARSH WILDLIFE PRESERVE www.nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/ dykemarsh.htm | 703-235-1530 | George Washington Memorial Pkwy. & Tulane Dr., Alexandria 22307 | Part of the National Park Service and one of the largest remaining freshwater tidal wetlands in the DC area, with 485 acres great for boating, hiking and wildlife viewing. www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-768-2525 | 3701 Lockheed Blvd., Alexandria 22306 | Home to a nationally significant historic house, majestic forests, wildflower-speckled meadows and vast wetlands with incredible wildlife watching. b SCOTT'S RUN NATURE PRESERVE www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-759-9018 | 7400 Georgetown Pke., McLean 22102 | Remarkable nature preserve of rare plants and splendid beauty, with hiking trails and a beautiful waterfall. LAKE ACCOTINK PARK www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-569-3464 | 7500 Accotink Park Rd., Springfield 22150 | 493 acres include a 55-acre lake, wetlands and streams offering unique views of waterfowl and marsh life, with mini-golf, paddleboats and a carousel. b TURNER FARM www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-324-8702 | 925 Springvale Rd., Great Falls 22066 | This 52-acre park offers astronomy fun for families, horseback riding, trails and more on the site of a former dairy farm. b ELLANOR C. LAWRENCE PARK www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-631-0013 | 5040 Walney Rd., Chantilly 20151 | This 650-acre park has a history that spans 8,000 years and offers visitors the opportunity to bird watch, hike, exercise or just relax. b LAKE ANNE PLAZA WASHINGTON & OLD DOMINION RAILROAD REGIONAL PARK FOUNTAINHEAD REGIONAL PARK www.lakeanneplaza.com | 1609 Washington Plz. W, Reston 20190 | Reminiscent of a European coastal village where people live, work and play, this community plaza nestled around a lake is a great place to dine and shop local. b www.novaparks.com | 703-729-0596 | 21293 Smiths Switch Rd., Ashburn 20147 | The "skinniest park in Virginia," this 45-mile historic trail is great for biking, running and horseback riding. b www.novaparks.com | 703-250-9124 | 10875 Hampton Rd., Fairfax Station 22039 | Commanding views of the Occoquan River and great fishing, as well as boating and mountain biking. LAKE FAIRFAX PARK www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks | 703-471-5414 | 1400 Lake Fairfax Dr., Reston 20190 | 476 acres of parkland including an 18-acre lake, The Water Mine family waterpark, campgrounds, a skate park and pumptrack, and hiking/biking trails. b 46 • FAIRFAX COUNTY VISITORS GUIDE
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