a = Civil War • b = Family Friendly Burke Lake Park 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 Pohick Bay Golf Course Clemyjontri Park novaparks.com • 800-877-0954 13220 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton 20124 Small, multi-use park in Clifton with walking and equestrian trails that partners with Endless Horizons for outdoor education and team-building. b 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 57. b 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. b Hidden Oaks Nature Center Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve Reston National Golf Course 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. 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. fairfaxcounty.gov/parks 703-941-1065 • 7701 Royce St., Annandale 22003 • Serene nature center within Annandale Community Park offering animal exhibits, trails, a newly remodeled pond, classroom and outdoor play area. b Hidden Pond Nature Center Twin Lakes Golf Course fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/golf 703-631-9099 • 6201 Union Mill Rd., Clifton 20124 • One of the Mid-Atlantic’s 100 “must-play” courses. A premier 36-hole public facility offering two golfing experiences. Ellanor C. Lawrence Park fairfaxcounty.gov/parks 703-451-9588 • 8511 Greeley Blvd., Springfield 22152 • Undisturbed woodland, quiet trails, splashing streams and a tranquil pond await at this beautiful nature preserve. b Westfields Golf Club westfieldsgolf.com • 703-631-3330 • 13940 Balmoral Greens Ave., Clifton 20124 • Carved into a natural landscape, Fred Couples-designed course is one of “America’s Top Golf Courses” by Zagat. 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 Huntley Meadows Park 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 Lake Accotink Park parks & recreation Arcadia Farm Fountainhead Regional Park 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 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 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 57. b Lake Anne Plaza 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 Great Falls Park Lake Fairfax Park 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 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 57. b Green Spring Gardens and Horticultural Center 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 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 Mason Neck State Park & Wildlife Refuge dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/ mason-neck • 703-339-2385 7301 High Point Rd., Lorton 22079 Virginia State Park with outdoor activities and programs. Home to the nation’s first wildlife refuge dedicated to the bald eagle. b FXVA.COM 58
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