Outdoor Activities in Triangle, VA

Parks, trails, outdoor events, and nature activities in Triangle, VA. Get outside and explore.

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Chuck E. Cheese Birthday Party Packages

Happening now · Mar 12 – Jun 10 · Chuck E. Cheese Fairfax · 9404 Main St, Fairfax, VA

Birthday Fun Package starting at $99.99 for 6 kids. Includes 2 hours of gameplay, unlimited soft drinks, party hats, decorated table, and birthday show. Mega and Ultimate upgrade packages available.

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Fairfax County RECenters — South Run

Fairfax County RECenters — South Run · 7550 Reservation Dr, Springfield, VA

Popular Fairfax County recreation center in Springfield with an indoor pool, outdoor water park, fitness center, gymnasium, and racquetball courts. Indoor pool open year-round with lap swimming, water aerobics, and swim lessons. Outdoor lazy river and water slides open Memorial Day through Labor Day

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Fairfax County Pickleball - Wakefield Park

Fairfax County Pickleball - Wakefield Park · 8100 Braddock Rd, Annandale, VA

Fairfax County park with dedicated outdoor pickleball courts. Popular drop-in location with an active pickleball community. Free public courts, lighted for evening play. Courts open daily dawn to dusk. Lighted for evening play.

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Pohick Bay Regional Park Disc Golf

Pohick Bay Regional Park Disc Golf · 10301 Gunston Rd, Lorton, VA

Pohick Bay Regional Park offers a challenging disc golf course that meanders through the woods within the 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.

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Torpedo Factory Art Center

Torpedo Factory Art Center · 105 N Union St, Alexandria, VA

Former munitions factory turned vibrant art center in Old Town Alexandria. Over 160 artists work in open studios you can visit. Galleries, studios, and the Alexandria Archaeology Museum all under one roof. On the waterfront at the Potomac River. Free admission to browse; artwork for purchase. Open d

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SplashDown Waterpark

SplashDown Waterpark · 7500 Ben Lomond Park Dr, Manassas, VA

Northern Virginia's largest waterpark with water slides, lazy river, splash pads, play structures, and pools. Cannonball Cove activity pool for younger kids. Open Memorial Day-Labor Day, daily 11am-7pm in peak season.

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World City Trail

World City Trail · United States Capitol, Richmond, VA

Escape room World City Trail by World City Trail in Washington, D.C. on worldofescapes.com. Description, photos, reviews, contacts, schedule and online booking. Groups of 1-5 players.

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Margaret W. & Joseph L. Fisher Gallery

Margaret W. & Joseph L. Fisher Gallery · Alexandria, VA

Since 1965, Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) has established itself as a beacon of academic excellence and opportunity. Today, we stand as one of the largest community colleges in the U.S., driving the talent pool in Northern Virginia.

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Long Branch Nature Center

Long Branch Nature Center · 625 S Carlin Springs Rd, Arlington, VA

Free Arlington County nature center with live animal exhibits, nature trails through a forest stream valley, and programs for kids on wildlife, ecology, and outdoor skills. Open Tue-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm.

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Cooper Branch

Cooper Branch · 20 Washington Ave, Colonial Beach, VA

Cooper Branch is a public branch library in Colonial Beach, VA. Open 3,640 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 4,720 square feet.

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Mount Vernon Estate — George Washington

Mount Vernon Estate — George Washington · 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy, Alexandria, VA

George Washington's plantation estate along the Potomac River, 16 miles south of DC. The mansion, grounds, working farm, and tomb of George and Martha Washington are open to visitors. Extensive museum with Washington artifacts. Seasonal programs including Colonial farming demonstrations, archaeology

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Battery Park

Battery Park · 2803 Dupont Circle, Richmond, VA

Located at Hawthorne Avenue and Overbrook Road, Battery Park is known for its tennis courts where Arthur Ashe learned to play. In addition to the tennis courts with push button lighting for anytime play, the park includes basketball courts, two children's playgrounds, restrooms, horseshoe pits, a...

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Pentagon Sailing Club

Pentagon Sailing Club · 1 Marina Dr, Alexandria, VA

ASA-certified sailing club and school operating out of Washington Sailing Marina at Daingerfield Island. Offers American Sailing Association certification courses for beginners through advanced sailors, club racing, and crewed racing on the Potomac River. Open to the public for lessons; club members

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Paul McGehee's Old Town Gallery

Paul McGehee's Old Town Gallery · Alexandria, VA

The Paul McGehee Collection, featuring original artwork and fine art prints by one of today's most celebrated artists. Whether painting wildlife, Americana, landscapes, or highly acclaimed historical scenes, he captures a moment in time on the canvas. Light and shadow are preserved...and memories...

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Upton Hill Regional Park Water Park

Upton Hill Regional Park Water Park · 6060 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA

Make a day of it at Upton Hill Regional Park. Stay cool at Ocean Dunes Waterpark, play mini golf or take a swing in the batting cages, located in Arlington, Virginia.

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Kings Park Community Library

Kings Park Community Library · 9000 Burke Lake Rd., Burke, VA

Kings Park Community Library is a public branch library in Burke, VA. Open 2,808 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 17,272 square feet.

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Simpson Stadium Dog Park Group

Simpson Stadium Dog Park Group · Alexandria, VA

Historic Alexandria is a treasure trove of early structures, artifacts, and records that creates a unique way of life for its citizens and provides enjoyment for thousands of people who visit this special community every year. The City continues to add resources to its collection of local and...

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Atlantic Kayak — Old Town Alexandria

Atlantic Kayak — Old Town Alexandria · 1 Prince St, Alexandria, VA

Kayak and paddleboard tours and rentals from the Alexandria waterfront on the Potomac River. Guided sunset tours, moonlight paddles, and group kayak tours past Mount Vernon. Self-guided rentals for experienced paddlers. Old Town Alexandria starting point offers beautiful river and skyline views.

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Wilderness Branch Library

Wilderness Branch Library · 6421 Flat Run Rd., Locust Grove, VA

Wilderness Branch Library is a public branch library in Locust Grove, VA. Open 2,288 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 7,629 square feet.

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Chuck E. Cheese Fun Pass: Unlimited Visits

Happening now · Mar 12 – Jun 10 · Chuck E. Cheese Fairfax · 9404 Main St, Fairfax, VA

Fun Pass membership starting at $7.99/month. Bronze: 40 games/visit + 20% food discount. Silver: 100 games/visit + 30% food discount. Gold: 250 games/visit + 50% food discount. One pass covers up to 6 family members with unlimited visits.

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Shirlington Dog Park

Shirlington Dog Park · 2601 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA

One of the DC area's largest and most popular off-leash dog parks along Four Mile Run stream. Nearly 2 acres of unfenced open space with access to the stream for swimming dogs. Paved paths and benches. Open daily dawn to dusk.

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Lake Ridge Library

Lake Ridge Library · 2239 Old Bridge Road, Woodbridge, VA

Lake Ridge Library is a public branch library in Woodbridge, VA. Open 2,028 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 3,300 square feet.

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Mount Vernon Trail

Mount Vernon Trail · Memorial Bridge, Arlington, VA

Stunning 18-mile paved trail from Theodore Roosevelt Island to George Washington's Mount Vernon estate. Runs along the Virginia side of the Potomac River with spectacular views of DC. Passes through Old Town Alexandria. Popular with cyclists and runners year-round. Mostly flat and family-friendly.

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Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens · 9750 Meadowlark Gardens Ct, Vienna, VA

Explore landscaped gardens, a restored 18th Century log cabin, the one of a kind Korean Bell Garden or host your next gathering at our premeir event venue, The Atrium at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, all located in Vienna, Virginia. 

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Chinn Park Library

Chinn Park Library · 13065 Chinn Park Drive, Prince William, VA

Chinn Park Library is a public branch library in Prince William, VA. Open 2,860 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 25,000 square feet.

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Gulf Branch Nature Center

Gulf Branch Nature Center · 3608 N Military Rd, Arlington, VA

Free Arlington County nature center with natural and cultural history exhibits, live animals, wooded trails, pollinator garden, vernal pond, and a restored 19th-century log cabin. Regular programs for kids on wildlife, birds, and ecology.

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Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve

Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve · 1900 Belle Haven Rd, Alexandria, VA

245-acre freshwater tidal wetland along the Potomac River near Alexandria. Prime birding destination with 300+ species recorded. Boardwalk trail through marsh habitat. Best for sunrise and early morning bird watching. Free. Managed by NPS as part of the George Washington Memorial Parkway.

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Gravelly Point Park

Gravelly Point Park · George Washington Memorial Pkwy, Arlington, VA

NPS-managed park on the Potomac River just north of Reagan National Airport offering bank fishing for catfish, carp, and bass with spectacular plane-spotting views as a bonus. The grassy fields and paved path along the river make it a popular spot for families and picnickers. Open dawn to dusk. Free

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Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts

Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts · 1645 Trap Rd, Vienna, VA

America's only national park for the performing arts. Outdoor amphitheater hosts world-class concerts under the stars May–September. The Barns at Wolf Trap hosts intimate indoor shows year-round.

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LEGO Discovery Center Washington DC

LEGO Discovery Center Washington DC · 6563 Springfield Mall, Springfield, VA

Indoor LEGO playground with 1.5 million bricks across 12 interactive zones. LEGO-themed ride, 4D cinema, build-and-test ramps, MINILAND of DC landmarks, and creative workshops. Designed for kids ages 3-10. Open Mon-Fri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 11am-6pm.

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Hidden Pond Nature Center

Hidden Pond Nature Center · 8511 Greeley Blvd, Springfield, VA

Free Fairfax County nature center with a large playground, pond, indoor exhibits with fish, turtles, snakes, and frogs. Nature trails through 25 acres of forest. Programs on wildlife and outdoor exploration.

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Manassas Park City Library

Manassas Park City Library · 100 Park Central Plaza, Suite 100, Manassas Park, VA

Manassas Park City Library is a public central library in Manassas Park, VA. Open 3,150 hours per year across 50 weeks. The facility is 8,731 square feet.

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Washington Sailing Marina

Washington Sailing Marina · 1 Marina Dr, Alexandria, VA

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Wolf Trap National Park — The Filene Center

Wolf Trap National Park — The Filene Center · 1645 Trap Rd, Vienna, VA

America's only national park for the performing arts. The open-air Filene Center amphitheater seats 7,000 with covered pavilion and expansive lawn seating. Summer season (May-September) features Broadway, opera, jazz, pop, classical, and family shows. Pre-show picnicking on the grounds is a beloved

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Chuck E. Cheese: Free Play Points with Coloring Sheet

Happening now · Mar 12 – Jun 10 · Chuck E. Cheese Fairfax · 9404 Main St, Fairfax, VA

Bring in a completed coloring sheet on your next visit and earn free play points that can be converted into arcade prizes. Download coloring sheets from the Chuck E. Cheese website.

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Green Spring Gardens (Discover the Forest)

Green Spring Gardens (Discover the Forest) · Alexandria, VA

The park has a wooded stream valley with ponds, a naturalistic native plant garden, more than 20 thematic demonstration gardens, a greenhouse, a plant shop, two gift shops, a historic house, and a horticulture reference library. The gardens and educational programs focus on practical landscaping...

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Beatley Central Library

Beatley Central Library · 5005 Duke St, Alexandria, VA

Main branch of the Alexandria Library system. Named after the Beatley family, offering extensive children's programs, public computers, Wi-Fi, meeting rooms, and a popular reading garden. Open Mon-Thu 10am-9pm, Fri-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm.

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Urban Air Gainesville: Teen Night

Happening now · Mar 14 – Jun 12 · Urban Air Gainesville · 7471 Somerset Crossing Dr, Gainesville, VA

Looking for fun activities for teens? The weekend place to be is Urban Air Adventure Park. The atmosphere changes when the...

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Fredericksburg Civil War Sites

Fredericksburg Civil War Sites · 706 Caroline St, Fredericksburg, VA

Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, Wilderness, and Spotsylvania, this is America's battleground, where the Civil War roared to its bloody climax. No place more vividly reflects the War's tragic cost in all its forms. A town bombarded and looted. Farms large and small ruined. Refugees by the thousands