Events in Virginia State Parks

Hiking, biking, or walking with family on this National Trails Day?

Experience the park in a whole new way.

Manners aren't just reserved for a fancy dinner party; everyone deserves to be respected at all times.

Who was Elizabeth Hartwell?

We all know that hiker who likes to stop every few steps to point out some cool fungi, or stop to examine a freshly fallen feather.

This program will train guests to focus on the present moment, observe their thoughts and feelings without judgment, and enhance their awareness of the mind-body connection.

Join the Friends of Mason Neck and Fairfax Master Naturalists for a rewarding day of volunteer garden work!

Evenings are a wonderful time in the park to be on the water.

Are you ready to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city?

Pottery and ceramics have been made and used by humans across the world for nearly 30,000 years.

Join the Friends of Mason Neck and Fairfax Master Naturalists for a rewarding day of volunteer garden work!

Whether you prefer the writings of Henry David Thoreau or the classic rhyme scheme of Dr.

Mason Neck would not be the park it is today without a dynamic history.

Do you want to learn how to identify the different species of dragonflies found at Mason Neck State Park?

Who was Elizabeth Hartwell?

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Grab your binoculars and get outside.

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Tonight, we celebrate the 100th anniversary of Virginia's Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) with some fun trivia.

Bird watching can be challenging, even for the most experienced birders.

Not all-aquatic wildlife has fins or scales!

Stop by the turtle pond where a ranger will be stationed to provide information about Virginia’s native turtle species.

Experience the park in a whole new way.

Who was Elizabeth Hartwell?

Stop by our parks' pop-up ranger program to touch furs, see animal skulls, and learn fun facts about the special animals that call Mason Neck home. Park Interpreters will be on hand to answer questions and share stories about how these critters survive and thrive in their habitats. Great for families and kids. .

We all know that hiker who likes to stop every few steps to point out some cool fungi, or stop to examine a freshly fallen feather.

Are you ready to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city?

This program will train guests to focus on the present moment, observe their thoughts and feelings without judgment, and enhance their awareness of the mind-body connection.

July is World Watercolor Month.

The joy of nature journaling is not about being a perfect artist; it’s about curiosity and wonder, slowing down and taking a closer look at what is out there.

Slither into the fascinating world of snakes and discover why these misunderstood reptiles are some of nature’s most important animals.

Evenings are a wonderful time in the park to be on the water.

Stop by the turtle pond where a ranger will be stationed to provide information about Virginia’s native turtle species.

Stop by our parks' pop-up ranger program to touch furs, see animal skulls, and learn fun facts about the special animals that call Mason Neck home. Park Interpreters will be on hand to answer questions and share stories about how these critters survive and thrive in their habitats. Great for families and kids. .

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Grab your binoculars and get outside.

Want to learn how to navigate nature?

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Not all-aquatic wildlife has fins or scales!

The joy of nature journaling is not about being a perfect artist; it’s about curiosity and wonder, slowing down and taking a closer look at what is out there.

Come see what Mason Neck State Park has to offer on International Adaptive Activity Day.  Discover the beauty of inclusive outdoor adventures at our special event celebrating International Adaptive Activity Day!

Experience the park in a whole new way.

We all know that hiker who likes to stop every few steps to point out some cool fungi, or stop to examine a freshly fallen feather.

This program will train guests to focus on the present moment, observe their thoughts and feelings without judgment, and enhance their awareness of the mind-body connection.

Are you ready to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city?

Evenings are a wonderful time in the park to be on the water.

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Experience the park in a whole new way.

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

This program will train guests to focus on the present moment, observe their thoughts and feelings without judgment, and enhance their awareness of the mind-body connection.

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Evenings are a wonderful time in the park to be on the water.

Are you ready to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city?

Experience the park in a whole new way.