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picnic pavilion with grill, playground, pond, restrooms and trails.

Fairfax County Parks and Recreation

Fairfax County has more than 23,000 acres of park land throughout the county, including 427 parks and 325 mile of trails. There are also eight golf courses, several nature centers, lakefront parks, historic properties and more.

The Fairfax County Park Authority is reachable at 703-324-8702 (TTY 711) or visit fairfaxcounty.gov/parks.

FAIRFAX COUNTY RECREATION CENTERS IN ALEXANDRIA

George Washington RECenter

8426 Old Mount Vernon Rd. Alexandria, VA, 22309 703-780-8894 (TTY 711)

Lee District RECenter

6601 Telegraph Rd. Alexandria, VA, 22310 703-922-9841 (TTY 711)

Mount Vernon RECenter

2017 Belle View Blvd. Alexandria, VA, 22307 703-768-3224 (TTY 711)

POPULAR FAIRFAX COUNTY PARKS IN ALEXANDRIA INCLUDE:

Huntley Meadows (3701 Lockheed Blvd., Alexandria, VA 22306). Miles of trails, boardwalk, a nature center, event shelters, the Historic Huntley House (6918

Harrison Ln., Alexandria VA 22306) and much more are in this large park in Southeast Fairfax County. There’s another entrance at 6901 S. Kings Hwy.)

Fort Hunt Park (National Park Service, 8999 Fort Hunt Rd., Alexandria, VA 22308). This park includes trails, historic fortifications, restroom facilities, event shelters, a softball field and a playground.

Mount Vernon Trail (National Park Service). This 18-mile pedestrian/bicycle path that runs along the Potomac River from George Washington’s Mount Vernon Estate to Theodore Roosevelt Island in Washington D.C. The trail is popular with bikers and runners.

Huntley Meadows | PHOTO BY CHRIS MILITZER

Golf Courses

The Alexandria area is home to two gorgeous public golf courses in addition to some fun places to practice.

The two public courses in the Alexandria area of Fairfax County are:

Greendale (6700 Telegraph Rd.) is an 18hole regulation course spread out on 148 acres. The course features a challenging design, tight fairways and water hazards. Learn more at fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ golf/greendale.

Pinecrest (6600 Little River Tnpk.) is a 9-hole executive course that provides challenges for experienced golfers and is also a great place to learn. It is also the only FootGolf facility in Fairfax County. In addition, the Kingstowne neighborhood is home to the first ever TopGolf, a facility that combines golf with target practice, a sports bar and entertainment venue. It also has a miniature golf course. Learn more at topgolf.com

Mini golf course at Cameron Run Regional Park | PHOTO BY BETH LAWTON

Cameron Run Regional Park on Eisenhower

Avenue, operated by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority, also features a miniature golf course.

Pools & Water Parks

The Alexandria area’s public outdoor pools open Memorial Day weekend every year and close shortly after Labor Day.

Fees vary at different public pools. For information about special events, holiday hours, prices, season passes and more, visit:

alexandriava.gov/aquatics or

fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/recenter/ swimming-locations.

Pools

Warwick Pool. The pool complex at 3301 Landover Street includes a six-lane, 25yard lap pool with an accessible ramp entry. Water depths now range from zero to five feet. There is also a bathhouse, lockers and other amenities. 3301

Memorial Pool at Charles Houston Rec

Center. The Memorial Pool at Charles Houston Recreation Center has a beachstyle entry and spray features great for young children and adults who wish to get therapeutic benefits. 901 WYTHE ST.

Old Town Pool. The eight-lane, 25-yard lap pool and diving well and accessible training pool (up to 3 feet) is at 1609 Cameron St. The site also includes a picnic area and tot playground.

1609 CAMERON ST.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Pool. This pool

in the Gum Springs neighborhood is operated by the Fairfax County Park Authority and includes two slides and a wading pool for children. Admission is free. 8115 FORDSON RD.

Spraygrounds

For children who aren’t swimmers yet or just love running through the sprinkler, there are a few splash parks in our region.

Great Waves Waterpark | PHOTO BY BETH LAWTON

Our Special Harbor Spray Park. The Lee

District Rec Center features a fully accessible Chesapeake Bay-themed splash pad for children (and their parents). Aquatic shoes or sandals with a back strap (no flip flops!) are required and can be purchased on site.

6601 TELEGRAPH RD.

Montgomery Park (Potomac Yard Park)

Sprayground. The interactive water fountain, located between the two playgrounds, features thirty-six water jets.

2501 POTOMAC AVE.

Waterparks Great Waves Waterpark. This Northern

Virginia Regional Park Authority waterpark at Cameron Run includes several slides, a wave pool and other recreation opportunities (mini golf, batting cages, etc.). 4001 EISENHOWER

AVE.; NOVAPARKS.COM/WATERPARKS/ GREAT-WAVES-WATERPARK

Private Pool Clubs

In addition to the pools listed above, there are several neighborhood private pool clubs in Alexandria. Some of these have a waiting list, and most offer more than just a pool with BBQ areas, playgrounds, tennis courts and events. Some have a swim team and private or group instruction for children and adults, as well. Talk to your neighbors for inside information on where they go.

Local Tip

The Northern Virginia Park Authority offers a summer waterparks pass that is valid at Great Waves and several other waterparks in Northern Virginia. It can save you money on admission fees throughout the summer. Learn more at novaparks.com/waterparks/memberships.