Not a destination park. It's full of geese (read: goose poop), there are wasps by the canoe/kayak…read morerentals (which is right by the watercraft launch area), and there are no trash bins so of course people leave trash behind. Very unfortunate. Nice small lake that would be great for paddle boarding if not for the other points. I had high hopes. There are better spots in NoVa.

Hidden gem that is great for fishing. Not too much else to do here except fish and take in the view…read moreof the lake, but it is a great area to fish that is pretty quiet. Be careful driving during the early morning or evening hours as I've seen a lot of deer during those times.

Lovely place to walk around. Couples of football field, basketball court, beautiful waterpark and…read morehiking trails around makes this place more gorgeous.

Very nice park with walking trails, sports fields and playgrounds. Good for the kids to get some…read moreexercise and kick a ball around and get some energy out.

Love how the playground is shaded…read more And it has smaller slides for my younger toddler

We been having our family reunion there since I was a kid. Have big fields and plenty of space for…read morethe kids to play

I recently visited this park and it was honestly a pretty disappointing experience. The grass was…read moreovergrown and looked like it hadn't been maintained in a while. Several trash cans were overflowing, and there was litter scattered around the walking paths. The playground equipment also seemed worn down and not very clean. On top of that, the bathrooms were in poor condition and didn't seem to be cleaned regularly. It made the whole park feel neglected. Parks are supposed to be relaxing places to spend time outside, but this one just felt poorly taken care of. I hope the city puts more effort into maintaining it because it could be a really nice spot if it were cleaner and better managed.

I really do like the town of Occoquan. There have been some changes. It's been yuppiefied…read moresignificantly, and fishing isn't allowed on either side of the river in town. That's not a huge loss, but for those who love angling, it's disappointing. Such is life as River Mill Park has some nice river views. My guess is when it warms up, maybe they'll have some outdoor concerts or family events here. Park in the public lots. This isn't a long walk. There's the cheesy "Love" sign you can get a picture with your significant other if you have one. I do like that there was a menorah and Christmas tree. Today this plus the holidays wreaths on the bridge were done with class. The new rocking bench is solid. Do I wish it was wooden? Yep but it's probably for safety reasons. The walkways had some ice on them. Definitely watch your step. I think this is a good place to chill from the busy land of northern Virginia. If you're in the area it's worth stopping by here.

Amazing easy hike out with family for new portraits featuring the two new grandsons that are joined…read moreus this year

This park is not like most in Virginia. It has no sports facilities or children's playground…read more Instead you will find a short hiking trail through the woods that is hilly. At the base of the trail is Broad Run. There is a small wooden deck and a wooden bench overlooking the water. Nice and quiet except for the occasional plane overhead from the nearby airport. Sad to see some trees down by the water have been defaced with graffiti.

This is a nice place to relax in. Most haven't heard of this battle, but it happened during Bull…read moreRun time. Several generals or high end officers died here, and both sides. There are monuments to them, and also diagrams of where the men fell. This wasn't a significant battle like a Gettysburg, but it still played into the novel of history. Parking is minimal, but walking here from Fairfax Town Center is quite easy. As a history fan I like the diagrams. Also the fences from the era being up. They are remarkable, and the walking area is good for almost everyone. It's not treacherous, and most of the time, I can do it in 15 minutes. Am grateful this is here. History happened and it should be available to all. Even in this urban area, this provides a relaxing stroll.

Tiny place; more of a dog walking park in a residential area than a battlefield preserve. But I got…read moreto hand it to whomever designed this place; what it lacks in size it makes up for with an intimacy I seldom find in much larger battlefields. Compared to other Civil War battles, Ox Hill (aka Battle of Chantilly) was a skirmish; not much more than 20,000 soldiers fought here. It's hard to imagine how once upon a time this piece of suburbia was nothing but near empty farmland. Nevertheless, in Sep 1862 the Confederates were pushing to cut off the Union's retreat from Second Manassas, and this was where they collided. The (at best) 10 minute walk begins at a tiny parking lot with an information kiosk, which does a superb job describing both the tactical situation and rather colorful commanders on both sides. As you move along, additional plaques describe the flow of the battle, aided by historic pictures depicting how the area once looked. During the battle two Union Generals were killed, one of whom practically ran into the Confederate line. Monuments (not graves) to both commanders are located in the park. The most poignant plaque describes how years later the son of one of the fallen generals sought out the location where his father lost his life. When he arrived at the field, he learned that an ad-hoc monument had already been placed near where his dad died by the present owner of the property - an ex Confederate soldier, no less. Like I said, what this place lacks in size, it makes up for with an emotional punch.

First time here. The Unfinished Railroad Trail is the best. The Second Manassas Trail just leads…read moreback to the street and across to another parking lot. Shaded, but too many bugs.

Had a super awesome time exploring this historic trail which follows the cuts and fills of the…read moreunfinished grade of the Manassas Gap railroad. During the second battle of Manassas the embankments were heavily defended by Stonewall Jackson's troops against the attacks of the vigorous federal troops in Late August of 1862. The trail was well maintained with descriptive and separate signs showing the points of view of the Union and Confederate combatant of the conflict at Deep Cut and vicinity. The trailhead at Featherbed lane is easy to find and there is ample parking. Best to go during the early morning when it's not so hot. I was on a Smithsonian resident associates tour with Ed bearss and Greg clemmer

This is a smaller neighborhood type park with a pretty good trail and more of a legit woods feel in…read moreplaces than a lot of suburban trails while also being right in people's backyards in other places. It's only a few miles long and there wasn't any parking to speak of on Etsel Road so I just parked on the street in the neighborhood and didn't get towed or anything so I guess it's fine. You can also take the trail into Fairfax City and get something to eat or whatever. They also have a coyote warning sign but I didn't see any, not sure if I should be disappointed and grateful! This is a worth checking out if you're in the area and have an hour or so to spend going for a walk.

It's a nice place if in the area. Admittedly still saddened, that Army Navy Golf Course developed…read morethe land it bought, taking away some of the woods that used to exist here. Yes it was their property, but the bike hills and rope swing were so much fun. This is still a good neighborhood park. It connects Old Lee Hills with Fairview, and the paths are well maintained. You'll enjoy hiking your dog here, or biking through it. There is a lot of wildlife in here. It's a nice spot to see deer, or other animals who do coexist with us. There's a stream with small fish too. Hoping the city will always maintain this so well, along with volunteers who lovingly handle invasive plants. There are some benches too. I recommend sitting here and relaxing sometimes. It's healthy and a good place for it.