Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: Walney Visitor Center Open hours: Mon & Wed-Fri 9-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 12-5 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. The park's trails, picnic tables and grounds are open dawn to dusk.
703-631-0013 TTY 711
5040 Walney Road
Chantilly, Virginia
John Shafer
Manager

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

Preserving land, protecting resources

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park is a 650-acre park in western Fairfax County with a history that spans 8,000 years. The park's habitats include forests, streams, meadows, and a pond. Inside the Walney Visitor Center you will learn about the natural and cultural history of the park, see live reptiles and amphibians, and enjoy children's hands-on activities. Outside the Visitor Center, explore pollinator gardens, a historic kitchen garden, and historic structures.

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2:00PM, (4-Adult) Join our naturalists to view the partial annular solar eclipse. At…
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10:00AM, (2-6 years) Walk with a naturalist and your child as we investigate the…
Apr
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7:30PM, (4-Adult) Bring your best frog voice as you learn about our native frogs while…

Experience the Woodlands Stewardship Education Center

Calling all nature enthusiasts, explorers and curious minds! Get ready for an unforgettable experience as the brand-new Woodlands Stewardship Education Center opens its doors at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park. During spring break (March 24 – 31), embark on a journey of interactive learning, discovery and environmental stewardship that will leave you inspired and amazed!

The spring break schedule for the Woodlands Stewardship Education Center is as follows:

  • Sunday, March 24, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Monday, March 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Wednesday, March 27, 3-7 p.m.
  • Thursday, March 28, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Friday, March 29, 3-7 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 31, 2-6 p.m.

 

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