Hike & Kayak at Fountainhead (Rating: Fun)

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike.

FIRST TIME PADDLERS WELCOME! Join me for a short 3-4 mile out & back hike on the Bull Run Occoquan Trail, followed by a one hour paddle on the Occoquan River. Fountainhead Regional Park rentals are available at the following rates: $18 single kayak per hour, $23 double kayak per hour or $23 paddle board per hour, includes life jacket. There's a 25% senior discount for 55+. I verified this with the staff as it's listed on the website, although some new hires may not be aware of this. Water shoes/water sandals (no flip flops) are recommended. I also recommend a dry bag for your valuables. They do not have lockers.

Please note that the group size is due to a limited number of rentals and small staff. There are only two staff members on duty weekdays, one taking payment at the rental office and the other on the dock pulling off kayaks. I plan to lead another hike and kayak combo, next time at Occoquan Regional Park.

Feel free to bring your own kayak or stand-up paddle board. There is a small launch fee of $7, or you can use your annual NOVA Parks Launch Pass.
If anyone has their own kayak or paddleboard, please send me a direct message ahead of time so I have an accurate rental count.

For those who are interested after the hike, we'll meet for lunch at either Main St Pub or Trattoria Villagio in Clifton, or Squisito Pizza and Pasta in Lorton.

MEET: 8:15 am at Fountainhead Regional Park. We'll get everyone signed in and start hiking promptly at 8:30am.
HIKE PACE: 2.5-3mph
PADDLE: The Marina is a short drive from the trailhead. I plan to finish our hike and be at the marina around 10:15am so we can get on the water by 10:45. It will take awhile to rent and launch 10+ boats. Please have a credit card and ID.
LEADER: Kris N. (618) 623-2484
PARK ENTRY FEE: $0
RESTROOMS: There are portable restrooms at the trailhead, and full restrooms at the marina.
DOGS: No dogs please, unless you own your own kayak or paddleboard.