Summer Camps Hot Weather Update
Camp staff are prepared to keep campers safe during hot weather days. Learn more in the Camp Hot Weather Procedures document.
Facility Updates
- Clemyjontri Park: The Clemyjontri Train is undergoing repairs and will be unavailable for the week of July 20.
- Franconia Park: The bridge along Chessie’s Trail is temporarily closed due to damage sustained by a fallen tree. Updates will be provided as they become available.
- Frying Pan Farm Park:
- The carousel sustained irreparable damage during the January 2026 winter storm and has been removed from the park.
- Mount Vernon Rec Center: The fitness center is experiencing fluctuating temperatures due to a mechanical issue. A repair part has been ordered. Please be prepared with layers and stay hydrated during your workout. Thank you for your understanding!
- Newington Heights Park: Beginning June 17, the dual-use tennis and pickleball court will be closed for resurfacing, crack repair and line repainting. The basketball court will also be restriped. Work is expected to be completed by early July.
- Sully Historic Site:
- Due to downed trees, the Cain’s Branch Trail is temporarily closed. For more information, please contact the site at 703-437-1794 or check Park Alerts before visiting.
- Restoration and repair work is underway on Sully’s historic outbuildings. While the site remains open, access to certain buildings may be limited at times. For the most up-to-date information, please call 703-437-1794.
- Byron Avenue Park: A fallen tree has caused damage at Byron Avenue Park, resulting in a power outage and loss of aerial lighting. Damage is currently being assessed, and power will be restored as soon as possible.
- Difficult Run Stream Valley Park: A section of the Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail that runs under the Dulles Toll Road will be closed beginning May 21 until Fall 2026 while repairs are made to the Dulles Toll Road Bridge. Please follow all posted signage and utilize the Trail Buddy App to find alternative routes to explore during the closure. A map of the trail closure is available here.
- Belle Haven Park: The park will be closed from May 4, 2026 through May 2028 during construction for a wastewater upgrade project.
- Pohick Stream Valley Park: Construction continues on the Pohick Interceptor Rehabilitation Project in Pohick Stream Valley Park. The project is expected to be complete this summer. Learn more.
- Green Spring Gardens: The ADA lift at the Historic House is currently out of operation until further notice. ADA access remains available to the lower room of the Historic House.
- Willow Woods Park: The Willow Woods Park bridge behind Canterbury Woods Elementary is closed until further notice. The trail bridge on the asphalt trail in Willow Woods Park connecting the end of Rosedale Lane and the school campus was severely damage by a fallen tree. Alternate pedestrian access from Rosedale Lane to Canterbury Woods Elementary School is along Ponderosa Drive and Nero Street sidewalks.
- Glenn Hills Park: The Playground at Glenn Hills Park is closed until further notice.
- Scott’s Run Nature Preserve: Scott's Run is closed for an urgent sewer project to renew and rehabilitate the Scott's Run Siphon wastewater facility. The work is expected to be completed by July 31, depending on weather conditions. Updates regarding project progress and any changes to the timeline will be available online at the Scott’s Run Siphon Rehabilitation project webpage.
- Bull Neck Stream Valley: A section of the trail in the Bull Neck Stream Valley, located behind 1223 and 1225 Duchess Drive, Mclean, VA 22102, has been closed due to safety concerns. We welcome you to use the Trail Buddy app to identify an alternative route.
- Pimmit Hill Park: The bridge at Pimmit Hill Park at the end of Storm Dr. will remain closed until further notice for repairs.
- Pimmit Run: Construction for the Pimmit Run Trunk Sewer Improvement project is set to begin on or shortly after Oct. 20, 2025, and is anticipated to be completed by Sept. 5, 2026. This critical infrastructure upgrade will enhance sanitary sewer capacity to support future development. Portions of the trails/walking paths along Pimmit Run will be closed for public use during construction as required to maintain the safety of the work area. Please follow all posted signage. View a map of the trail closures:
Inclement Weather Procedure
Learn more about what you need to know at Weather-Related Closures.