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

Department Resources

Park Alerts: Park Status Notices

Alert:

Facility Updates

  • Wakefield Park: Field 7 is closed for renovations. Weather pending, it is anticipated to open for the new season in spring 2025. Learn more.
  • Clemyjontri Park: The playground will undergo a series of routine maintenance activities and repairs beginning Sept. 30. Weather pending, construction is expected to conclude on Oct. 4. Portions of the park will be closed throughout the week. All areas without active work will remain open. Learn more.
  • Lake Accotink Park:
    • The water level at Lake Accotink is being lowered in order to conduct a planned assessment of the dam structure. The marina will be inaccessible for private kayak or canoe launching during this time. Please keep off the exposed lake bed to avoid becoming stuck in the exposed mud. Work is expected to be completed by Thanksgiving and water levels may take up to two months to return to normal depending on precipitation. Learn more. 
    • The carousel will be closed for repairs until further notice.
  • Mason Neck West Park: The Park Authority is repairing the tennis court and basketball court at Mason Neck West Park. Weather permitting, active construction is expected to be completed the second week of October 2024. The park will remain open during construction. Learn more.
  • Burke Lake Park:
    • The train, carousel and mini-golf will be closed for individual ticket sales during the weekend of October 26-27 due to the Ghost Town event.
    • The mini-golf course will be closed during weekends in October for the Goblin Golf Event.
    • The marina parking lot is under construction. Burke Lake Park will remain open during construction, but residents should expect partial parking lot closures that may impact the boat launch area on weekdays. Learn more.
  • Mason District Park: The tennis courts are closed for revitalization work. Weather permitting, they are expected to reopen in fall 2024. Learn more.
  • Country Club View Park: Tennis courts #1 and #2 are closed for renovations. Courts are expected to reopen by Mid-October, weather permitting.
  • Woodley Hills Park: Tennis courts #1 and #2 are closed for renovations. Courts are expected to reopen by Mid-October, weather permitting.
  • Colvin Run Mill: The General Store at Colvin Run Mill – including public restrooms and surrounding pathways – will be closed July 29 – November 1 for accessibility improvements. Site hours will not be affected and all other programs will continue as scheduled. An alternative accessible path from the parking lot to the picnic area will be marked and there will be accessible portable toilets on site during the closure.
  • Sully Historic Site: The Visitor Center and Gift Shop and tours of the site are open on a limited schedule. The Visitor Center and Gift Shop will be open on the second Saturday of every month from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Guided tours will be offered beginning at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Registration is required and available online at the Sully Historic Site Tours webpage. The tours website also offers self-guided tour alternatives (print and audio) which do not include access to the buildings.
  • Mount Vernon Rec Center: Facility is now closed for renovation. Learn more about the project.

Additional Resources

In the case of inclement weather, we will monitor conditions and provide status updates accordingly. Check the Golf Course Operating Status web page for updates. For additional questions please contact the courses directly.

Outdoor amenities may close early or be put on hold due to weather conditions. If amenities are closed for the day, notification will be provided above. Generally, temporary holds or delays in service are not posted. It is always best to call the park in advance when inclement weather has occurred or is forecasted to occur.

Information pertaining to athletic field status can be found on the Athletic Fields Status website or by calling the Field Status hotline at 703-324-5264.

The website and hotline are updated Monday through Friday by 3 p.m. Leagues and game officials are responsible for determining playability of fields on weekends and County holidays. Should they close fields or cancel games or practices, they are responsible for communicating that information to teams and participants.

In the event classes, programs and camps are cancelled, registered participants will be notified via email of the cancellation as quickly as possible. If you have questions whether a class, program or camp is cancelled due to inclement weather, please contact the site directly for information.

Weather cancellations or changes are posted on the Trips and Tours Hotline, 703-324-TOUR(8687).

Inclement Weather Procedure

Learn more about what you need to know at Weather-Related Closures.

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