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As of May 2021, the conventional trailhead for the Basin Trail is washed out and closed. The mapped route on this page has been rerouted to start via the Pohick Bay Loop Trail to avoid the closure. Great trail for wetlands wildlife and bird watching.

This is a short, paved trail through the woods adjacent to the wetlands. There are several interpretive signs on the flora and fauna of the area posted along the way. It is a great trail for young children to explore. Accessibility: There are 2 designated accessible spaces in the paved parking lot off of Pohick Road at the east end of the trail. Both of them are van-accessible with striped access aisles. The trail surface is paved asphalt or a wooden bridge with railings. It is typically...

This family-friendly, paved trail runs from beautiful Mount Vernon, George Washington's home, to the stunning monuments of Washington D.C. You will not believe how scenic some portions of this trail are. Whether you visit during spring, summer, winter, or fall, you'll see some gorgeous riverfront scenery and enjoy some unique and interesting stops along the way. Fortunately, this trail is fairly easy to do out and back in one day, especially if you spend some recuperation time at Mount...

Metro-friendly Huntley Meadows Park ranks as one of the metro area's largest close-in parks. Whether you come to hike, watch wildlife, or simply relax, Huntley Meadows Park will provide you with a premier nature experience for the entire family. This Fairfax County Park's key attraction is a beaver-created wetland with excellent viewing stations. Also, the visitor center has excellent exhibits at this park. Huntley Meadows lies in a wet lowland that was carved out by an ancient meander of...