Playground at Hidden Pond Nature Center
Hidden Pond Nature Center is located in Springfield in Fairfax County. Hidden Pond Nature Center is spread upon 25 acres of land and is an oasis of woodlands and wildlife. The one-acre pond is home to turtles, fish, frogs and many birds, among other animals. Hidden Pond Park is the perfect place to bring children of all ages as it features tennis courts, a playground, and a nature center. You can also see live animal exhibits in the nature center, as well as have the opportunity to purchase items such as educational books and food. Fishing is permitted at Hidden Pond Park, but all fish caught must be released back into the pond. Continue reading
Huntley Meadows Park
Huntley Meadows Park, the largest park operated by the Fairfax County Park Authority is located in the Hybla Valley area of Fairfax County, Virginia, south of the city of Alexandria. Huntley Meadows Park is a well managed 1500 acre wetland in Fairfax County. Twenty years ago beavers dammed a small creek flowing through some forested land donated by the US to Fairfax County. The pond they created attracted wildfowl, turtles, snakes, and the like. Fairfax built a boardwalk and visitor center and the park became quite popular. Over the years silt from developments in the area filled up the wetlands and much of the fauna departed. Last year a major restoration of the park was completed and the results are fantastic. Wildfowl and beavers are back in droves and are easy to watch. Continue reading
