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Gregg Steverson
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Trail Ranger Program

A New Community-Powered Way to Care for Fairfax County’s Trails & Sidewalks

Help keep Fairfax County’s trails and sidewalks clean, safe, and welcoming.
The Trail Ranger Program is a volunteer initiative that empowers residents to support walking, biking, and rolling throughout the county by caring for the paths we use every day.

Trails and sidewalks are essential for getting around, but they aren’t regularly swept or monitored. Many issues go unreported, leading to debris, hazards, and neglected areas. Trail Rangers help fill that gap — and make a visible difference in their community.

Become a Trail Ranger

Volunteers become official Trail Rangers by completing:

✔ At least 10 hours of trail or sidewalk service per year

This includes maintenance, clean-ups, and program events.

👉 Register through the volunteer portal. 


What Do Trail Rangers Do?

Trail Rangers support Fairfax County’s active transportation network while going about their normal walks and rides.

Rangers:

🧹 Remove debris and trash
🛠 Address minor issues when possible
📍 Report larger maintenance or safety concerns
🚶‍♀️🚴 Promote safe, everyday trail use
🤝 Help build a stronger trail community

Every Ranger helps make daily trips safer and more enjoyable for everyone.


Program Goals

Trail Service

  • Monthly clean-up days along trails and sidewalks
  • Program runs April–November

Trail Maintenance

  • Remove litter, glass, vegetation, and obstacles
  • Identify and report larger issues to responsible agencies

Community Building

Welcoming events that connect neighbors and promote trail care.

Trail Clean-Up Days

  • Second Saturday of each month (March–November)
    • First event: Saturday March 14, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
      Fairfax County Parkway Trail along Loisdale Road corridor near Springfield Center. Address: 7001 Loisdale Rd. Springfield, VA 22150

Community Coffee Hours ☕

  • Monthly meetups along trails and paths

Group Rides and Walks 🚴🚶

  • Monthly events (April–November)

Initial Focus Area

The Fairfax County Parkway Trail has been selected as the first focus area for the Trail Ranger Program.

  • This north–south corridor connects to several major regional trails, including:
    • Washington & Old Dominion Trail
    • Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail
    • East Coast Greenway
    • Potomac National Heritage Scenic Trail 

Early program efforts will focus on:

  • Areas along Loisdale Drive
  • Segments along Fairfax County Parkway south of I-95 

Why It Matters

When trails and sidewalks are cared for, more people feel comfortable walking, biking, and rolling for everyday trips. The Trail Ranger Program gives residents a hands-on way to improve safety, accessibility, and community pride — one mile at a time.

Questions? Contact Our Trail Ranger Team

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