Summer fun starts right here in Fairfax County. The Fairfax County Park Authority invites families, friends and visitors of all ages to enjoy a summer filled with mini golf, carousel rides, train rides, boating and outdoor adventure.
Kick off the summer season on Memorial Day weekend with fun in Fairfax County parks. Spend the day getting out on the water, enjoying classic rides or discovering a new favorite park.
Find park hours, seasonal openings and operating schedules by visiting the Operational Hours website.
Mini Golf, Maximum Fun
Tee off at four mini golf locations for a fun outing the entire family will enjoy:
- Burke Lake Park (7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station)
- Lake Accotink Park (7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield)
- Oakmont (3136 Jermantown Road, Oakton)
Classic Carousel Rides
Whirl around with joy at our charming carousels at one of the Park Authority’s enchanting carousels at several park locations (weather permitting):
- Burke Lake Park (7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station)
- Clemyjontri Park (6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean)
- Franconia Family Recreation Area (6601 Telegraph Road, Alexandria)
- Lake Accotink Park (7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield)
All Aboard the Mini Trains
Take a scenic ride through these parks, mini-train style (weekends, conditions permitting):
- Burke Lake Park mini passenger train (7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station)
- Clemyjontri Park mini train (6317 Georgetown Pike, McLean)
Paddle, Pedal or Cruise on the Water
Get out on the water by renting a kayak, canoe, paddleboard, pedal boat or other vessel at one of our marinas. Many locations also allow for personal boat launches. Please check each site’s rules and regulations online before your visit:
- Burke Lake Park (7315 Ox Road, Fairfax Station)
- Lake Accotink Park (7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield)
- Lake Fairfax Park (1400 Lake Fairfax Drive, Reston)
- Riverbend Park (8700 Potomac Hills Street, Great Falls)