Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: Walney Visitor Center Open hours: Mon & Wed-Fri 9-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 12-5 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. The park's trails, picnic tables and grounds are open dawn to dusk.
703-631-0013 TTY 711
Walney Visitor Center: 5040 Walney Road; Woodlands Stewardship Education Center: 5301 Walney Road
Chantilly, Virginia
John Shafer
Manager

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

Preserving land, protecting resources

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park is a 650-acre park in western Fairfax County with a history that spans 8,000 years. The park's habitats include forests, streams, meadows, and a pond. Inside the Walney Visitor Center you will learn about the natural and cultural history of the park, see live reptiles and amphibians, and enjoy children's hands-on activities. Outside the Visitor Center, explore pollinator gardens, a historic kitchen garden, and historic structures.

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Upcoming Events

Apr
15
12:00PM, 15, Dive into science, technology, recreation, engineering, art and math with a…
Apr
16
10:00AM, 16, It’s a wild world out there. Come meet some of its coolest cold-blooded…
Apr
16
7:00PM, 16, (4-Adult) Bring your best frog voice as you learn about our native frogs…
Apr
17
2:00PM, 17, Discover the magic of the night sky! Learn about the importance of…
Apr
18
9:00AM, 18, Get an up-close look at nature’s fiercest feathered hunters! There will be…
Apr
19
2:00PM, 19, There’s a whole world beneath the surface—come explore the wonders of pond…

Spring into Action at the Woodlands Stewardship Education Center!

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park | April 12–19

  • Stargaze and protect dark skies
  • Discover Hands-on Outdoor Learning Pods (LOOP)
  • Play in nature and enjoy open spaces 
  • Step into the spotlight with our Amphitheater with a natural twist

Special Events (fees apply):

  • Full Moon Hike: April 12, 7:30 p.m.
  • Feeding Day: April 13, 10 a.m.
  • Frog Karaoke Campfire: April 16, 7 p.m.
  • Pond Life Exploration: April 19, 6 p.m.
     

 

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