Mason Neck 4.2-mile Stroll: Water & Wetlands

An easy 4.2 mile weekday walk in Mason Neck State Park to see what's living in the creeks and wetlands. Trail is easy and mostly flat, a few small hills and lots of tree roots to walk over. We'll start at the picnic parking area, take the Eagle Spur trail to the observation deck and back, then do the Wilson Spring/Bayview/High Point loop back to the starting point. Great views of Occoquan Bay, swamps and woods.

We might see birds, salamanders, turtles and dragonflies. Binoculars are a good idea.

Meet at 10:30 am at the parking lot of the Mason Neck State Park Picnic Area, Lorton, Va. Restrooms are available at the parking lot only. Leisurely pace about 2-2.25 mph.

Map to meeting place: https://maps.app.goo.gl/H9sxob9yXpLuZpt59
Address of the park is 7301 High Point Rd, Lorton, VA.

AllTrails map of hike route:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/mason-neck-state-park-6dd1531?u=i&sh=fuqxr6

Level: Easy
Cost: $10 park fee or buy a $40 annual Virginia State Parks pass (works at Sky Meadow and Shenandoah River State Parks, too). Buy the annual pass online in advance at www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/annual-pass
Bring: Cash for the park entry fee or annual pass. Water, poles (if needed), good walking shoes, and binoculars.
Cancellation Policy: Watch Comments for possible cancellation in case of rain.