Pohick Bay Regional Park is a regional park on Pohick Bay of the Potomac River, in Fairfax County, northern Virginia. The park is located on State Route 242, north of Mason Neck State Park. It is protected and operated by the NOVA Parks agency of Northern Virginia, formerly the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority. Given below are some attractions which the park has to offer.
Boat Launch
Pohick Bay Regional Park’s boat launch is an excellent entry point to explore the bay in nearly any kind of boat - including kayaks, canoes, and Jon boats, as well as powered boats launched from trailers. Those wishing to use the launch may purchase a season pass key to the gate, or pay daily fees based on the type of boat being launched.
Camping Cabins
Pohick Bay Regional Park offers deluxe and rustic cabins. Each rustic cabin has electricity, ac/heat, small refrigerator, and two rooms.
Camping Cabins at Pohick Bay Regional Park
Disc Golf
Pohick Bay Regional Park offers a challenging disc golf course that meanders through the woods within the park and features 18 holes. Disc golf is open year round, weather permitting. Pohick Bay's camp store offers an assortment of discs available for purchase.
Equestrian Trails
You can enjoy the sights and scenery of Pohick Bay Regional Park on horseback as well. The park offers a 3.3-mile long trail perfect for equestrian use. The trail winds through the woods and eventually near the water for some wonderful vintages.
Fishing
Pohick Bay Regional Park is an excellent place to enjoy a day of fishing on the bay. The area is home to largemouth bass, catfish, striped bass, bluegill, crappie, carp, and perch can be caught all year round in Pohick Bay on the Potomac River. Perch fishing peaks in the spring. Striped bass also can be found in early spring but peak in the fall. Fisherman can enjoy fishing from the shoreline or one on the park’s docks. or make use of the park’s boat ramp and head out for a day on the water. All fishing in Virginia requires a license.
Playground at Pohick Bay Regional Park
Playground
Pohick Bay Regional Park has two large playgrounds suitable for kids of all ages. Located near the boat launch and the campground area, the playgrounds feature multiple slides and levels, a rock climbing board, multiple levels, staircases, and a large swing set, over a sandy area. The play areas are open year round and conveniently near restrooms.
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Pohick Bay Regional Park is a regional park on Pohick Bay of the Potomac River, in Fairfax County, northern Virginia. The park is located on State Route 242, north of Mason Neck State Park. It is protected and operated by the NOVA Parks agency of Northern Virginia, formerly the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority. Given below are some attractions which the park has to offer.
