Park Authority

CONTACT INFORMATION: Open during regular business hours 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
703-324-8700 TTY 711
12055 Government Center Pkwy.
Fairfax, Virginia 22035
Jai Cole
Executive Director
Fairfax County Park Authority

What We Do

The Park Authority Mission is to enrich quality of life for all members of the community through an enduring park system that provides a healthy environment, preserves natural and cultural heritage, offers inspiring recreational experiences, and promotes healthy lifestyles.

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Upcoming Public Meetings

There will be an in person meeting of the Park Authority Board, in the room 106/107 of the Herrity Building, 12055 Government Center Parkway on Wednesday, September 10, 2025. 

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children at the rec center
Children form lasting memories as they learn while attending Fairfax County Park Authority preschools. FCPA runs two preschools licensed by the Virginia Department of Social Services that help young children prepare for full time school: Kids Play Preschool at:
Rec Center yoga
Make strides toward your wellness goals this fall with an annual membership to Fairfax County Park Authority Rec Centers — get a 15% discount throughout September. Infuse fun into your fitness routine with group exercise classes, such as Zumba, Pilates and yoga. Get stronger every day with free weights, strength equipment and cardio machines.
mount vernon pool
Fairfax County Park Authority is excited to welcome the community to the much-anticipated reopening of Mount Vernon Rec Center pool.
Fall festival
Celebrate the flavors of fall with an old-fashioned cider-pressing adventure! At Frying Pan Farm Park and Colvin Run Mill, guests can roll up their sleeves, bring their apples and turn them into fresh, sweet cider in a private, hands-on session perfect for family or friends.
golfers
Golf Fairfax is proud to announce, through a partnership with the Virginia State Golf Association, the launch of Adaptive Golf Clinics this fall at Burke Lake Golf Center. These clinics provide a welcoming, interactive environment where golfers of all abilities can learn new skills and enjoy the game.
Lake Accotink
The Fairfax County Park Authority will lower water levels at Lake Accotink after Labor Day in order to complete an assessment of the dam. The assessment is being conducted to evaluate the structure to ensure its integrity and identify any maintenance or repair needs.
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