CONNECT WITH AMERICA | THINgS TO DO a = Civil War | b = Family Friendly MONSTER MINI-GOLF www.monsterminigolf.com/chantilly 571-376-5035 | 14130-G Sullyfield Cir., Chantilly 20151 | Enjoy an 18-hole indoor golf course, laser tag arena, virtual reality, attractions and a café! b RESTON NATIONAL GOLF COURSE CLEMYJONTRI PARK OAKMONT PARK, REC CENTER, AND GOLF CENTER www.restonnationalgc.com | 703-620-9333 | 11875 Sunrise Valley Dr., Reston 20191 | Located in the heart of Reston and home to The golf Learning Center, this course is among the area’s favorites. 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/golf 703-255-5390 | 3136 Jermantown Rd., Oakton 22124 | One of the finest teaching facilities with one of the largest lighted short-game practice areas in Northern Virginia. Mini-golf nearby. b RUDY’S GOLF www.rudysgolf.com | 703-865-2150 6625 South Van Dorn St., Alexandria 22315 | 74-bay driving range equipped with TopTracer Technology for skill practicing or fun and games. Mini-golf course also on property, plus a bar and restaurant. b DYKE MARSH WILDLIFE PRESERVE PENDERBROOK GOLF COURSE www.penderbrookgolfclub.com 703-385-3700 | 3700 Golf Trail Ln., Fairfax 22033 | This picturesque 18-hole, par-71 championship course is highly regarded and offers some of the most challenging holes in the metro DC area. TWIN LAKES GOLF COURSE www.nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/ dykemarsh.htm | 703-235-1530 | George Washington Memorial Parkway & Tulane Drive, 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/golf 703-631-9099 | 6201 Union Mill Rd., Clifton 20124 | One of the Mid-Atlantic’s 100 “must-play” courses. Premier 36-hole public facility with two golfing experiences. ELLANOR C. LAWRENCE PARK 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. 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 PERCH PUTT www.perchputt.com | 703-639-4466 1805 Capital One Dr., 11th Floor, Tysons 22102 | Experience 18 holes of mini-golf, food trucks, frozen cocktails and inventive libations 11 stories up on The Perch at Capital One Center. b 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 FOUNTAINHEAD REGIONAL PARK PINECREST GOLF COURSE www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf 703-941-1061 | 6600 Little River Tpke., Alexandria 22312 | A 9-hole, par-35 executive course at 2,462 yards. b www.novaparks.com/fountainhead 703-250-9124 | 10875 Hampton Rd., Fairfax Station 22039 | Commanding views of the Occoquan Reservoir and great fishing, as well as boating and mountain biking. AD ON PAGE 55 b GREAT FALLS PARK PLEASANT VALLEY GOLF CLUB www.pleasantvalleygc.com 703-222-7900 | 4715 Pleasant Valley Rd., Chantilly 20151 | An upscale, semi-private 18-hole course and driving range in a natural layout. Rated 4.5 stars by golf Digest’s Places to Play. 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 BULL RUN REGIONAL PARK GREEN SPRING GARDENS AND HORTICULTURAL CENTER 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 www.novaparks.com/bullrun 703-631-0550 | 7700 Bull Run Dr., Centreville 20121 | Enjoy hiking, disc golf, a family or company picnic, and camping. Celebrate the holidays with a drive through 2.5 miles of dazzling lights at Bull Run Festival of Lights. AD ON PAGE 55 b POHICK BAY GOLF COURSE BURKE LAKE PARK www.pohickbaygolf.com 703-339-8585 | 10301 Gunston Rd., Lorton 22079 | One of the area’s most challenging and scenic courses. Home to 18 holes, plus a driving range. AD ON PAGE 55 b 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 HEMLOCK OVERLOOK REGIONAL PARK www.novaparks.com | 800-877-0954 13220 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton 20124 A small, multi-use park in Clifton with walking and equestrian trails that partners with Endless Horizons for outdoor education and team-building. b 56 | FAIRFAX COUNTY VISITORS GUIDE