American Bald Eagle watching at Mason Neck State Park VA

Boat launch at Mason Neck
With Pohick Bay along the north, Belmont Bay along the south and the Potomac River on the east, Mason Neck State Park is the migrating and non migrating birds, ducks and swans refuge. Several hundreds of acres of forests provide homes to oaks, holly, hickory, and the like along with wetlands. A wide variety of programs and activities are held here.
Foxy on boardwalk
Foxy on boardwalk at Mason Neck
Features:
  • Hiking and Biking Trails
  • Picnic Area
  • Playground
  • Canoe Launch / Boating
  • Visitor Center / Gift Shop
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Educational Programs for kids
  • Experimental Studies for adults
    paddleboats
    Paddleboats at Mason Neck
The Nature Conservancy bought the land and connected with a National Wildlife Refuge of over 2000 acres. Mason Neck State Park opened to the public in April 1985. Mason Neck State Park is located in the southern part of Fairfax County which is 20 miles from Washington DC. Nearby attractions include:
  • Mount Vernon
  • Pohick Bay Regional Park
  • Woodlawn Plantation
  • Gunston Hall
For more information please contact: Mason Neck State Park 7301 High Point Road
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Potomac at Mason Neck
Lorton, VA 22079 Information: (703) 339-2385 Office: (703) 339-2384 Visitor Center: (703) 339-2380 Fax: (703) 339-2617
Will Nesbitt
Will Nesbitt enjoying a summer day at Mason Neck
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