CONNECT WITH AMERICA | THE OUTDOORS MOUNT VERNON TRAIL VISIT FAIRFAX/APRIL GREER HISTORIC HIKES How about a side of history with your outdoor exploration? The Bull Run Occoquan Trail played a vital role in both the Revolutionary and Civil wars. Discover its battle points and landmarks, as well as remnants of makeshift forts. Stretching 18 miles along the Potomac River, the Mount Vernon Trail offers several opportunities to stop and explore historic sites, like Arlington National Cemetery and Roosevelt Island. 2 FOLLOW ME Walk in the footsteps of Virginia Declaration of Rights author George Mason at Gunston Hall , where the trails surrounding his former home feature scenic river overlooks and pristine gardens in Mason Neck. >> EXPLORE MORE WITH @FUNINFAIRFAX Outdoor lover Julie McCool swears Huntley Meadows Park is “one of the most beautiful spots in the country.” Scan the QR code for more of her favorite escapes! IN #FXVA 28 | FAIRFAX COUNTY VISITORS GUIDE