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

Riverbend Park

Naturally unique and sensitive

Riverbend Park's location on a Potomac River bend has created a rare combination of geology, plant life, wildlife, isolation and beauty.

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Upcoming Featured Events

Jul
06
Stand Up Paddleboarding
12:00PM, (14-Adult) Paddle a beautiful section of the Potomac River from a kneeling or…
Jul
10
Kayak Tour - Moonlight
8:30PM, (14-Adult) Experience the Potomac River in a new light as we paddle under the…
Jul
11
Kayak Tour - Wildlife of the Potomac
6:30PM, (14-Adult) Watch for deer foraging on the islands, and osprey and bald eagles…
Jul
12
Kayak Tour-Sunset over Riverbend
6:30PM, (14-Adult) Experience day's end with an upper Potomac River tour. Start with…
Jul
25
Kayak Tour - Wildlife of the Potomac
6:30PM, (14-Adult) Watch for deer foraging on the islands, and osprey and bald eagles…

Birding at the Bend

Join Robin Duska for a guided birding walk at Riverbend Park. This exciting program is held during the first and third Fridays of each month starting on April 4 and ending on October 17, 2025. The program starts at 8 a.m. and ends at 11 a.m. Birders meet at the Nature Center parking lot, 8814 Jeffery Road, Great Falls.

The program is free.


Enjoy Group Adventures!

  • Did you know that there is a fee for groups of 12 or more?
  • Get your group pass today!
  • Gather your group of 12 or more and secure your group pass.
  • Enjoy Riverbend Park at just $30 for up to 60 people.
  • For bigger groups beyond 60, it's only $30 for the initial 60 and $1 per additional person.
  • Reserve your spot now by calling the Visitor Center at 703-759-9018.

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Several GIrls Scouts running across a field toward their tents

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Riverbend On Your Own
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