Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8700 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Jai Cole
Executive Director

What We Do

The Park Authority Mission is to enrich quality of life for all members of the community through an enduring park system that provides a healthy environment, preserves natural and cultural heritage, offers inspiring recreational experiences, and promotes healthy lifestyles.

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Lock In Your Camp Spot Before Boredom Begins! 
Sport Camps Are Still Open.

Select Camps Still Available | Summer Classes & Events 

Westgrove Park Improvements To Cater to Canines and Improve Accessibility
The Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) will begin construction on accessibility improvements at the off-leash dog area at Westgrove Park on Monday, Aug. 3. Work is expected to be completed by early September.
Outstanding volunteers
On Thursday, July 16, the Fairfax County Government Center Ellipse came alive with music, gratitude, and community spirit during the Evening on the Ellipse celebration recognizing the 2026 Park Authority Outstanding Volunteers.
Burke Lake Park
If you’re looking for a seasonal job that gets you out from behind a desk, builds real-world skills, and lets you work in a beautiful setting, this is it. Spend the rest of your season at Burke Lake Park, one of Fairfax County’s most beautiful outdoor destinations!
lifeguards honored
Four Fairfax County Park Authority staff members were recognized on July 16 with lifesaving awards from Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department for their extraordinary actions during a water emergency at Providence Recreation Center earlier this year.
family watching movie
Come out to Sully Historic Site in August to enjoy an evening of movies under the stars at the Starlight Cinema. This series of movies returns with a lineup that the entire family will enjoy.
park news
At its July 14 meeting, the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors proclaimed the month of July as Park and Recreation Month in Fairfax County.

Upcoming Public Meetings/Events

Park and Recreation Month highlights "The Power Of" parks and recreation and the people who make it all possible.

Help Make FCPA Facilities More Accessible!

Fairfax County Park Authority (FCPA) is looking to identify and eliminate barriers to make our parks, golf courses, facilities, programs, services, activities, and events more inclusive for all.

This should only take about 4 minutes.

Your feedback will help us understand current accessibility needs, set priorities and plan future improvements.

Please complete the survey by August 2, 2026.

There will be an in person meeting of the Park Authority Board on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.

Another win for Fairfax County Park Authority!

FCPA receives award

We’ve been recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy with a Better Project Award for our innovative energy savings performance contract (ESPC) at Franconia Recreation Center. This major upgrade modernized HVAC, boilers, pool systems, advanced controls and the building envelope into one high‑performing, efficient system.

The results are impressive: more than 360,000 kWh in guaranteed annual energy savings and about 20% annual cost savings, all while improving comfort, air quality and reliability for our visitors. Thank you to #TeamFCPA and our partners for helping us earn this award. We’re proud to be leading the way in energy efficiency and sustainability in Fairfax County!


 

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