If you’re looking for the perfect summer filled with exciting attractions and excursions, look no further than Fairfax County parks! Get ready to spend warm days setting off on fun boat adventures, splashing around at numerous waterfront parks, or testing your short-game golf skills with a round of mini golf. All of these and more are guaranteed to make this summer the most memorable one yet.
Your guide to the hottest spots to check out is finally here — add these must-do activities below to your summer 2024 bucket list:
Relax out on the water by hopping on a pedal boat, kayak, canoe or boat at a marina. Many allow you to launch your vessels as well. Check online for additional guidance and regulations.
- Burke Lake Park (7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station)
- Lake Fairfax (1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston)
- Lake Accotink (7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield)
- Riverbend Park (8700 Potomac Hills St., Great Falls)
Round and round we go! Ride this fan-favorite amusement this summer, weather permitting, at a park near you.
- Burke Lake Park (7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station)
- Clemyjontri Park (6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean)
- Frying Pan Farm Park (2709 West Ox Road, Herndon)
- Lake Accotink (7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield)
- Franconia Family Recreation Area (6601 Telegraph Road, Alexandria)
Hit the course with the family for a round of mini golf at four locations this summer.
- Burke Lake Park (7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station)
- Jefferson Falls Mini Golf (7900 Route 29, Falls Church)
- Lake Accotink (7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield)
- Oakmont (3136 Jermantown Road, Oakton)
Take a scenic ride around your favorite park on a passenger or trackless train, weather permitting.
- Burke Lake Park (7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station)
Hop on one of the daily wagon rides to get around and see Frying Pan Farm Park in a unique and entertaining way.
- Frying Pan Farm Park (2709 West Ox Road, Herndon)
Get current information on the operational hours for these amenities available at all of our parks, golf courses and Rec Centers by visiting the Rec Center website.
In addition to these fantastic opportunities, be sure to check our waterparks or other locations with ideal picnic spots for your next summer gathering.