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

Burke Lake Park

Burke Lake Park- A Fairfax Tradition

Burke Lake Park has something for everyone tucked away in its 888 acres. Whether it’s riding on the miniature train or carousel, picnicking, testing your skills on the mini-golf or disc golf courses, indulging in a scoop of ice cream, taking in the sights from the tour boat, fishing, biking, boating, camping, or taking a walk around the 4.7 mile lake trail, Burke Lake is the perfect place to start your next family tradition. With so much to do you won’t want to leave and thanks to our campgrounds you can feel free to spend the whole weekend with us or even the week! When you visit you can also take advantage of the many family-friendly classes, camps, and special events.

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Upcoming Events

Nov
02
Geocaching Adventures
10:00AM, 02, (8-Adult) Join us for a tour of caches throughout Fairfax County. Hunt for…
Nov
08
Nature Charms
10:00AM, 08, (9-Adult) Join a naturalist to learn how to preserve nature by creating…
Nov
09
Furry Foxes
10:00AM, 09, (3-8 yrs.) These wild members of the dog family are a common sight in our…
Nov
16
Sketching Along the Lakeside
10:00AM, 16, (13-Adult) Walk with a naturalist by the lakeside and learn techniques and…
Nov
23
Living Dinosaurs
10:00AM, 23, (8-Adult) Birds are sometimes called living dinosaurs. Join a naturalist to…
Dec
06
Winter Wonderland
11:00AM, 06, All aboard the Holiday Express! Climb on for a train ride, spin around the…

Winter Wonderland

 Step into the magic of the season at Winter Wonderland! Burke Lake Park transforms into a holiday village filled with train rides, carols, sweet treats, and festive fun for the whole family. 

Burke Lake Park, Saturdays and Sundays, December 6-7, 13-14, and 20-21, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m. 

Ticket Pricing: 

  • Online presale: $20 (sales end the Thursday before the selected weekend) 
  • At the door: $25 (limited availability) 

With admission, enjoy: 

  • Holiday Express Train Rides  
  • Visit with Santa  
  • Carolers Carousel  
  • Gingerbread Man Golf  
  • S'mores, Hot Chocolate and Candy Canes! 
Join the holiday fun

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Burke Lake Information Center

The Burke Lake Park Information Center is located at the entrance of the park once you pass through the gate, on your right hand side. The center can help you with the following: Maps (also available outside Information Center), Park/Trail Map, Picnic Area Map, Campground Map, Lake Depth Map

Ghost Town at Burke Lake Park

Step into the shadows, feel the thrill and see the magic come alive!
From haunted hikes to glowing nights, there’s always something amazing happening at Burke Lake Park.

Watch now and see why everyone’s talking!

Join the next adventure — spots fill fast!

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Burke Lake Park Location

7315 Ox Road
Fairfax Station, VA, 22039
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Map of Burke Lake Park Reservable Areas

From Route 123 North
The park entrance is on the right. If you see the golf course then you have gone too far.
The golf course entrance will be the next right beyond the park entrance.

From Route 123 South
The golf course entrance is the first left off Ox Road (Route 123).
The park entrance is the second left off Ox Road (Route 123).

Programs & Activities

Classes and Camps
Birdwatching
Boating
Fishing
On Your Own
Plants and Wildlife
Schedule Your Own
Scout Programs

Facilities & Rentals

Burke Lake HOME
Campgrounds
Ice Cream Parlor
Marina
Mini Golf
Picnics
Rides - Train and Carousel
Trails

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