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

Lake Accotink Park Events

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Hike with a Naturalist

09/07/2025 9:00 am to 09/07/2025 10:00 am

(8-Adult) Join our park naturalist on a hike and explore wild plants and animals throughout the trails. Learn how to use the iNaturalist app to take pictures of things you find along the way. Smart phones, cameras and binoculars welcome. Each hike will feature a different theme and may include:…

Yoga & Walking at Lake Accotink

09/13/2025 8:00 am

(13-Adult) Manage your stress and rejuvenate your spirit in the natural beauty and sounds of Lake Accotink Park. Take an invigorating walk while exploring nature and merge fitness and mindfulness. The physical and mental benefits combining of yoga and walking may help reduce stress, build agility, and strengthen self- awareness. All classes meet outdoors. No previous…

Bug Fest

09/20/2025 10:00 am

(4-Adult) Celebrate all things bugs with the whole family at our creepy-crawly adventure. Games and activities include insect safaris, live insects, insect collections, log rolling, soil stations, bug walks, critter talks, bug science and crafts to make your own bug. Use technology to explore the world of insects. Children must be accompanied by a registered…

Homeschool at the Lake-Fall

09/26/2025 10:30 am

(6-12 yrs.) This program for school children focuses on the natural and historical world. A different topic and hands-on activity is covered each day.

Campfire Fridays

09/26/2025 7:00 pm

(5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

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