Mason Neck State Park

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Mason Neck State Park Near D.C., this day-use park is an ideal peaceful getaway. Hike unpaved trails and elevated walkways, bike paved multi-use trails, bird watch and paddle. B. C. D.

A car-top boat launch, large picnic area, playground, and seasonal boat rentals are also available. DCR's social media activities are intended to present agency matters of public interest to clients, businesses and visitors. DCR encourages users to submit questions and comments but asks users to remain civil and on topic.

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Fall is a great time to reserve our all‑terrain wheelchair, designed to give everyone the freedom to explore!Why you'll ...
10/08/2026

Fall is a great time to reserve our all‑terrain wheelchair, designed to give everyone the freedom to explore!

Why you'll love it:
🧑‍🦼 Travel up to 20 miles on a single charge
🪨 Wide tracks for rough trails and natural terrain
🚸 Safe and easy to operate for all ages

Planning is easy:
🎟️ Completely free
✔️ Make a reservation request at least 48 hours in advance
🙋‍♀️ Users must bring along another adult to assist in case of emergencies

Learn more: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/all-terrain-wheelchairs.

Virginia State Parks strive to make each park as barrier-free as possible for the convenience of those with limited mobility. Facilities continue to be upgraded for everyone's enjoyment. All-terrain wheelchairs are specialized wheelchairs designed to navigate a wide range of terrains that may be enc...

Experience Mason Neck on the water and enjoy an elevated paddle experience throughout August and September.🛶Join our kno...
08/09/2026

Experience Mason Neck on the water and enjoy an elevated paddle experience throughout August and September.🛶

Join our knowledgeable guide as you paddle your kayak along Belmont Bay and into Kane's Creek. You may catch a glimpse of some wildlife including beavers, turtles, foxes, herons and even a bald eagle!

🎟️ $25 per person and reservations are required. All equipment is provided.
👪 Ages 6 and up. Children 6-12 must be in a tandem kayak or canoe with a parent or legal guardian, and children of all ages require supervision.
👟 Come prepared with water, sunscreen, appropriate clothing and closed-toe shoes.

Reservations can be made by calling the Visitor Center at 703-339-2385. Payment is required at the time of registration.

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Don't miss out on our Second Saturday Wellness tomorrow morning! ☀️At 8 a.m. we will have Hike for the Love of Hiking, w...
08/07/2026

Don't miss out on our Second Saturday Wellness tomorrow morning! ☀️

At 8 a.m. we will have Hike for the Love of Hiking, where will embark on a heart-pumping, moderately paced hike on one of our longer trails. The hikes are generally 3-5 miles. Bring plenty of water and sturdy shoes. Sunscreen and insect repellent are recommended.

Then at 9:30 a.m. we will join together and practice guided relaxation techniques you can take on the trail or in your own yard.

ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-05-14-09-04-14-655682-m02&redirected_alread=yes

Join an Interpreter for a fun afternoon learning about fire-building techniques. Afterward, join us to make S'mores in a...
08/07/2026

Join an Interpreter for a fun afternoon learning about fire-building techniques. Afterward, join us to make S'mores in advance of the celebration of National S'mores Day.

📅 August 9
🕝 2:30 - 4 p.m.
📍Campfire Circle on Osprey View Trail

There are benches to sit on, but if you prefer to bring a camp chair, please feel free. The walk from the parking lot is paved with some elevation changes. Wheelchair and stroller accessible. Insect repellent and water are recommended.

ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-06-23-11-40-07-864335-scy

Fast... colorful... illusive! Celebrate the weekend after World Lizard Day and discover the spectacular world of skinks ...
08/05/2026

Fast... colorful... illusive! Celebrate the weekend after World Lizard Day and discover the spectacular world of skinks - a unique group of lizards - and the species native to Mason Neck State Park!

📅 August 15
🕛 12 - 1 p.m.

Join an interpreter at the picnic area to learn about skinks and play a fun game! Water and bug spray recommended.

ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-06-22-15-56-27-752138-aq7

Dive into water month at Mason Neck State Park and learn about the incredible journey of water in the water cycle! 📅 Aug...
08/05/2026

Dive into water month at Mason Neck State Park and learn about the incredible journey of water in the water cycle!

📅 August 8
🕝 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
📍 Picnic Area

Join an Interpreter for a fun game to learn about the way water moves through our watershed and about the waters surrounding our park!

🪰 Bug spray and water recommended.
ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-06-23-12-40-37-763431-y9e

Second Saturday Wellness at Mason Neck State Park. The wellness benefits of being in an outdoor setting are well-documen...
08/02/2026

Second Saturday Wellness at Mason Neck State Park. The wellness benefits of being in an outdoor setting are well-documented.

📅 August 8
🕗 8 a.m. - Hike for the love of Hiking
🕤 9:30 a.m. - Guided Relaxation Techniques
📍 Meet at the High Point Trailhead

🥾 The 8 a.m. hike will be a moderately paced hike. Hike will range from 3.5-5 miles. These trails are not stroller- or wheelchair-friendly. There will be some slight elevation changes and exposed roots along packed dirt trails. Most hikes will not be loops, so we will hike to the observation point and return the same way. Sturdy shoes, hiking sticks, bug repellent, and water are highly recommended for all hikes.

ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-05-14-09-04-14-655682-m02&redirected_alread=yes

Beavers are nature's architects! Meet one of our interpreters, at the Bay View Trail head for a short hike down the trai...
07/31/2026

Beavers are nature's architects! Meet one of our interpreters, at the Bay View Trail head for a short hike down the trail to the marsh to see evidence of Mason Neck's resident family of beavers.

📅 August 2
🕦 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Learn how they live, why they build dams and lodges, and discover the role that they play in supporting a healthy environment.

ℹ️ https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/event?id=2026-06-22-13-56-01-625779-owk

Address

7301 High Point Road
Lorton, VA
22079

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 7pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 7am - 7pm
Sunday 7am - 7pm

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