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

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Burke Lake Campgrounds

Camping Just Got Simpler!

Our new Campsite Reservation Guide walks you through the process — from site selection to check-in.


Group Camping Reservations

For group camping reservations, please look at our A sites under the availability calendar below. All of our group sites can now be booked online. Please call 703-323-6600 with any questions.


Camping Facilities and Offerings

  • 100 wooded campsites suitable for tents and small RVs, up to 25 feet
  • Designated family and flexible group campsites (up to 18 people per group site)
  • No electric or water hookups at campsites
  • Fresh water spigots and a dump station (included with registration or $28 for non-campers)
  • Bathhouse with restrooms, sinks, showers and flushing toilets
  • Campstore offers ice, firewood and charcoal (seasonal hours apply) (link to ops hours page)
  • Wi-Fi access at the camp office
  • Picnic tables, fire rings and grills at each site
  • Fishing and boat rentals available seasonally*
  • Pet-friendly camping environment**
  • Located in Fairfax Station, close to Burke Centre and nearby amenities

* Fishing licenses are required. All state rules and regulations apply. 
** Dogs must be leashed at all times. Please clean up after your pet. Animals may not be left unattended.

Campground Maps

Fees

Type Electric Weekday Rate Weekend/Holiday Rate
Regular Campsite (up to 6 people, two tents) No Electric $32 $37
Flexible Group Campsite (up to 18 people) No Electric $126 $162
Wilderness Camping (Minimum 7 people, Maximum 100 people) No Electric $5 per person   $5 per person
Dump Station Use (non-campers) N/A $28 per use $28 per use

Notes:

  • Family camping reservations can be made online or in-person (walk-up) on the day of arrival.
  • More than 6 people or 2 tents? You'll need to reserve an additional family campsite.
  • Group camping sites can be combined to accommodate larger groups.
  • Wilderness camping must be reserved by calling the Information Center at 703-323-6600.
  • Weekend/Holiday rates apply Friday through Sunday and on Memorial Day, July 4, and Labor Day (2-night minimum required on holidays). 
  • Dump station use is included for registered campers.
  • Pets must be on a leash in accordance with Fairfax County Leash Laws.
  • No outside firewood is permitted to be used or stored on FCPA property. Only wood bought at FCPA campgrounds is permitted to be used or stored on FCPA property
  • Click here for a list of camping rules and regulations.

Cancelation Policy

  • Cancellations/Changes more than 60 days before arrival can be made without charge by calling the park office
  • Cancellations/Changes 14-59 days before arrival will incur a $25 processing fee
  • Cancellations 2-13 days before arrival will incur a $25 processing fee and forfeiture of the first night’s stay
  • Cancellations 2 days or less before arrival will incur a $25 processing fee and forfeiture of the first two night’s stay

Maximum Length of Stay

  • Our campground is a non-residential campground and has maximum stay restrictions.  These restrictions include:
    • A maximum of 14 consecutive nights (April 1 to November 30 or “In Season”).
    • A maximum of 28 consecutive nights (December 1 to March 31 or “Off Season”).
    • Four (4) nights off-site required between visits.

 

No outside firewood is permitted to be used or stored on FCPA property. Only wood bought at FCPA campgrounds is permitted to be used or stored on FCPA property.

Click here for a list of camping rules and regulations.


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