Hiking & Biking

• 10708 Bristow Road

Two important Civil War Battles were fought on this "hallowed ground." The Battle of Kettle Run was fought on August 27, 1862, and the Battle of Bristoe Station on October 14, 1863. The 133-acre site has been preserved by Prince William County. Guided tours are offered at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m…

• 17504 Beverley Mill Road

Chapman's Mill also known as Beverley Mill, is one of the most important historic properties in Prince William County. The massive five and one half story structure, originally built in 1742, is thought to be the tallest stacked stone building in the United States. This Mill was the focal point of…

• 18100 Park Headquarters Road

Chopawamsic (chop-ah-wahm-zik) Backcountry Area, which means by the small "divided streams" or "river flats" in Algonquian, is 1,500 acres of backcountry area with eight designated campsites. The Chopawamsic Backcountry Area is a hike-in/hike-out, backcountry campground. Each campsite holds only 2…

• Rt 29 adjacent to Manassas National Battlefield Park

The Conway Robinson State Forest is “an urban oasis” – a beautiful forest in the midst of the most developed urban/suburban area in Virginia. In fact, the 444 acres of pine plantation, mixed pine and old-growth hardwoods that comprise the CRSF make it one of the largest tracts of undeveloped…

• 9113 Doves Lane

Dove’s Landing Park, a 235-acre forest with one mile of frontage along the Occoquan River, upstream from Lake Jackson. The gently sloping landscape and scenic appearance create inviting and accessible conditions for people of all ages. Doves Landing Park has 3 miles of trails that are open to the…

• 14420 Bristow Road

George Hellwig Memorial Park provides a family-friendly environment for visitors of all ages and recreational interests. It also includes a Miracle Field designed to accommodate those with disabilities. Sports Facilities/Activities: Baseball/Softball Field, Football/Soccer Field, Outdoor Basketball…

• 2001 Daniel K. Ludwig Drive

The birthplace of "Light Horse" Harry Lee, father of Civil War General Robet E. Lee, this 500-acre state park on the banks of the Potomac River features a state-of-the-art boat launch, sandy beaches for excellent bass fishing and hiking trails. Overnight boating March through October. Rental of…

• 16290 Thoroughfare Road

Located in western Prince William County, VA, Leopold's Preserve has become a respite for local residents and weary travelers. Replete with 7 miles of interpretive trails, old hardwood forests, wildflower meadows, rock formations, and water features, there's much to see and do.

• 4701 Locust Shade Drive

400 beautiful acres feature batting cages, miniature golf, a driving range, playgrounds, tennis courts, hiking trails, picnic pavilions and a sand volleyball court. As well as, our beautiful eight-acre pond stocked with trout by Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries Urban fishing program…

• 15125 Blackburn Road

THE NEABSCO CREEK BOARDWALK is a ¾-mile boardwalk that traverses Neabsco Creek, allowing hikers access to wetlands where the tall grasses and marsh filter pollution from the river and provide a rich habitat for great blue herons, wood ducks, mallards, sparrow and red-winged blackbirds, just to name…

• 13950 Dawson Beach Road

Twenty miles south of Washington, D.C., at the confluence of the Potomac and Occoquan rivers, Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge is an oasis where migrating birds and busy city residents both seek a quiet escape from development. Its diverse grasslands and marshes attract songbirds, raptors…

• 18170 Park Entrance Road

Prince William Forest Park protects the largest piedmont forest in the national park system and the largest green space in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. The park gives area residents and visitors a unique opportunity to camp in, hike through and explore 15,000 wooded acres filled with…

• 458 Mill Street

River Mill Park is a one-acre park along the Occoquan River with a public restroom, event pavilion, open space, and paved walking trail. The Town of Occoquan hosts concerts and other family-friendly events at River Mill Park. The public is able to request an event permit ($) for the use of the park…

• 1775 Semper Fidelis Way

Located on the grounds of the National Museum of the Marine Corps, Semper Fidelis Memorial Park is a great place to go for a hike. The Park features a variety of sculptures, memorials, overlooks, and other structures that appeal to the whole family. With over a mile of trails, the Park is large…

• 16198 Silver Lake Road

Silver Lake Regional Park features a 23-acre lake is fed by the Little Bull Run, is a fisherman’s delight with bluegill and largemouth bass. The lake is open for bank fishing and non-motorized boats. Additionally, the park has 4 miles of multipurpose trails which are used with equal enthusiasm by…

• 18100 Headquarters Road

Turkey Run Ridge Group Campground(tents only) is a 9-site campground with bathrooms (no showers), grills and picnic tables. Sites hold from 25 to 40 people and parking is readily available. Alcohol and pets are prohibited at Turkey Run Ridge Group Campground.