Hidden Pond Nature Center

CONTACT INFORMATION: The Nature Center is open Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (closed Tuesdays), and weekends from 12-5 p.m.
703-451-9588 TTY 711
8511 Greeley Blvd.
Springfield, Virginia
Jim Serfass
Manager

Hidden Pond Nature Center

A quiet woodland in Springfield

Undisturbed woodland, quiet trails, splashing streams and a tranquil pond. These are reasons to visit Hidden Pond Nature Center, a neighborhood haven filled with natural wonders.

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Upcoming Events

Jan
01
First Sunrise Hike of the Year
6:30AM, 01, (4-adult) Take a hike with a naturalist in the early morning to view the…
Jan
01
First Sunset Hike of the Year
4:00PM, 01, (4-Adult) Take a hike with a naturalist in the evening to view the stunning…
Jan
02
Sensory Friendly Time at Cub Run Rec Center Leisure Pool
11:00AM, 02, Sensory friendly times at the Cub Run Rec Center Leisure Pool …
Jan
02
Planet Adventure Night
6:00PM, 02, (6-Adult) This program is a tour of the planets and moons of our Solar…
Jan
03
To Build a Fire
11:00AM, 03, (4-Adult) Learn the science and art of building a fire and then test your…
Jan
03
Bird Bingo
11:00AM, 03, (3-Adult) Explore the trails with a naturalist to learn about the different…

Field Trips

Grade schoolers try to net small animals in a pond

Scouting

Young girl wearing Girl Scout sash

Birthdays

A birthday cake with lit candles

Group Fees

There is a fee for groups of 12 or more visiting the site. Please contact the site ahead of time to pay the fee at fcpahiddenpond@fairfaxcounty.gov.

  • $30 per group (12-60 people)
  • $1 per additional person over 60 people

Hidden Pond Almanac

Hidden Pond Almanac for this month: Natural events, happenings and fearless predictions based upon 40 years of observations at the park.

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Hidden Pond On Your Own
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