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 Events

May
30
10:00AM, 30, (4-Adult) Jump into spring with a guided nature hike along one of our many…
May
30
10:00AM, 30, (7-12 yrs.) Find and get to know our local amphibians. Join a naturalist as…
Jun
05
6:30PM, 05, (14-Adult) Watch for deer foraging on the islands, and osprey and bald…
Jun
21
6:30PM, 21, (14-Adult) Soak up the longest day of sunlight on the water. This tour will…
Jun
26
6:30PM, 26, (14-Adult) Watch for deer foraging on the islands, and osprey and bald…
Jun
29
8:30PM, 29, (14-Adult) Experience the Potomac River in a new light as we paddle under…

Family Fun Fridays at Riverbend Park

Select Fridays | Noon–5 p.m.
March 6 and 20
April 3 and 17
May 1, 15 and 29

Spend your Friday exploring together at the Riverbend Nature Center with relaxed, self-guided play for all ages. Families move at their own pace through rotating activity stations that encourage curiosity, creativity and hands-on nature discovery. Enjoy crafts, games, microscopes, sensory play and short naturalist presentations, with new themes each month.


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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