Turtle Time

Location of Mason Neck State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Turtle Pond by the Kayak Launch
Main Park Address: Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Rd., Lorton, VA 22079.

When

July 4, 2026. 1:30 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

Stop by the turtle pond where a ranger will be stationed to provide information about Virginia’s native turtle species. Get a chance to look at different turtle shells up close and learn about the important role turtles play in the park. There will also be binoculars available to view the many turtles sunning themselves and swimming around Mason Neck’s turtle pond. Stop by for as long or as little as you like!

3 turtles on a log in the water- big one in middle, 1 smaller in front and another small one climbing on the back of the big turtle in the middle

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 703-339-2385
Email Address: MasonNeck@dcr.virginia.gov