Lake Accotink Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: Park hours: Dawn to dusk daily. Office hours:10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily.
703-569-3464 TTY 711
7500 Accotink Park Road
Springfield, VA 22150
Dan Grulke
Site Manager

Lake Accotink Park

Lake Accotink - Experience solitude

It’s hard to believe that the beltway is less than a mile away when you’re standing on the tranquil and quiet shores of Lake Accotink Park. This 476-acre park provides excellent opportunities to relax, learn, and enjoy the natural resources of both Lake Accotink and Accotink Creek. In addition to trail systems and waterfront activities Lake Accotink Park offers many family-friendly activities including, picnic areas, class, camps, and special events.

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Stay Safe, Stay Off the Ice

The frigid weather may have frozen some of the lakes or ponds in your area. Please do not walk, play, or skate on any frozen ponds, lakes, or bodies of water! No ice is 100% safe.


The Lake Accotink Park carousel will be closed for the remainder of the season for repairs.


Upcoming Events

Apr
05
1:00PM, 05, (13-Adult) Walk with a naturalist by the lakeside and learn techniques and…
Apr
17
6:00PM, 17, (12-Adult) Paddle with a naturalist to learn about the flora and fauna that…
Apr
23
6:00PM, 23, (12-Adults) Learn the fundamentals of kayaking in a relaxed and comfortable…
Apr
25
7:30PM, 25, (5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy.…
Apr
26
7:00PM, 26, (13-Adult) Looking for renewal, peace, inspiration, transformation, and /…
Apr
27
8:00AM, 27, (5-Adult) Join a naturalist to learn the basics of fishing while enjoying…

Task Force on the Future of Lake Accotink

The Task Force on the Future of Lake Accotink was convened in the spring of 2023 to review and consider Fairfax County staff’s recommendation that the lake not be dredged.


Facilities and activities vary with the season and include bike rentals, canoe and pedal boat rentals, boat launch, fishing, nine-green double-holed miniature golf course, antique carousel, snack bar, pavilion shelters and picnic areas with grills (some areas may be reserved, call 703-324-8732), restrooms, playground, sand volleyball court and basketball court. Situated along the Cross County Trail, the park has a four-mile loop, natural-surface hiking/biking trail. Loop trail users please note: The trail section by the dam frequently floods during rain events and there is no bypass.

Lake Accotink Park Anniversary Celebration

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