Outdoor Recreation All programs and activities will follow current health safety protocols.
Outdoor Recreation
Burke Lake Park
Lake Fairfax Park
7315 Ox Road Fairfax Station , Va. 22039 703-323-6600 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burkelake Burke Lake’s expansive park offers a wide range of activities for all ages. • Boating • Miniature train • Fishing (Va. fishing • Carousel license required) • Ice cream parlor • Camping • Picnic areas with grills • Trails • Playgrounds • Mini golf • Disc golf course • Volleyball
1400 Lake Fairfax Drive Reston, Va. 20190 703-471-5415 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/lakefairfax Home of the Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole, Lake Fairfax is for outdoor lovers of all ages! • Boating • Skate park • Fishing (Va. fishing • Pump track license required) • Carousel • Camping • Boat rentals • Trails • Water Mine Family • Picnic areas with grills Swimmin’ Hole • Athletic fields
Sailboats, gasoline motors, kayaks (unless used for fishing) and swimming are prohibited. Park grounds and restrooms are open daily, closed only on Dec. 25. Rowboat rentals available. For hours and fees, visit the website or call the park.
Pavilion shelters and picnic areas with grills may be reserved by calling 703-324-8732. Sailboats, gasoline motors, electric-powered boats and swimming in the lake are prohibited. For hours and fees, visit the website or call the park.
Birding Programs Birding for Beginners
Riverbend Park
Lake Accotink Park 7500 Accotink Park Road Springfield, Va. 22150 703-569-0285 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink Nestled in Springfield, Lake Accotink is a hidden gem bursting with fun for the whole family! • Boating • Fishing (Va. fishing license required) • Trails • Picnic areas with grills • Bike rentals
• Kayak and pedal boat rentals • Playground • Mini Golf • Carousel
Pavilion shelters and picnic areas with grills may be reserved by calling 703-324-8732. Sailboats, gasoline motors, swimming, paddleboarding and windsurfing are prohibited. Park grounds are open year-round. For facility hours and fees, visit the website or call the park.
Fall 2022
8700 Potomac Hills Street Great Falls, Va. 22066 703-759-9018 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/riverbend/ A park steeped in Native American history, Riverbend Park is a tranquil setting on the Potomac River that offers outdoor recreation and wildlife. • Boating • Boat launch • Fishing (Va. or Md. • Riverside picnic areas fishing license required) with grills • Trails • River view • Forest observation deck • Meadows • Visitor center • Kayak and canoe rentals Fishing bait and tackle, rod rentals and snacks are available at the visitor center. Grounds open from 7 a.m. to dusk. A boat launch is provided for kayaks, canoes and jon boats ($5 per boat or $40 for annual launch pass).
(12-Adult) This class is for those who are interested in birding but are unsure how to get you started. Learn about the park’s birds and some basic identification skills. Children age 12 to 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. 4BCA 1--1 hour 30 minute program--$12 FEE H 1--3 hour program--$19 Location
Day
Time
Code
Begin
Burke Lake Pk HuntMdws LkFairfaxPk LkFairfaxPk
Sa Su Su Sa
9am 8am 9:30am 9am
A4F.LE67 A4F.WWDV A4F.6IZO A4F.0D25
11/19 9/4 9/18 10/15
$ 4BCA FEE H 4BCA 4BCA
Birding by Kayak-Single
(13-Adult) Enjoy a naturalist-led birding trip by kayak. Park Authority lakes are home to more than 100 species of birds and holds many unique habitats. See how these small vessels can provide a closer look into the world of birds. Travel in a one-person kayak. 3BE
1--2 hour lesson--$43
Location
Day
Time
Code
Begin
Burke Lake Pk LkAccontkPk LkAccontkPk LkAccontkPk
Su Su Su Su
1pm 8am 8am 8am
218.CXMU 218.XT40 218.91EB 218.RFFC
10/9 9/18 10/2 10/9
More classes online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
$ 3BE 3BE 3BE 3BE
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