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16 Fantastic Fall Hikes in Northern Virginia

Scotts Run Waterfall Hike Surrounded by Colorful Fall Foliage

Here are 16 of the best fall hikes in Northern Virginia, perfect when the weather cools and fall foliage puts on a show. Hiking is one of my favorite ways … Read more

15+ Great Things to Do at Jones Point Park Alexandria VA

The Lighthouse at Jones Point Park in Alexandria Virginia

Discover the best things to do at Jones Point Park in Alexandria Virginia from fascinating history to beautiful views and fun outdoor activities for every age. Looking for a unique … Read more

5 Places Near DC for Beautiful Late-Blooming Cherry Trees

Late Blooming Cherry Trees in Virginia and DC Include These Pink Kwanzan Blossoms in Vienna VA

Late-blooming cherry trees in Northern Virginia and Washington DC inject a burst of pink into the spring landscape. Kwanzan Cherry trees bloom 2 to 3 weeks after the peak Tidal … Read more

Beautiful Burke Lake Park Outdoor Fun in Northern Virginia

Fall Foliage at Burke Lake Park in Virginia

Visit beautiful Burke Lake Park in Northern Virginia to hike, bike, paddle, camp, and enjoy family fun at Fairfax County’s largest lake. This Northern Virginia gem is a fun year-round destination with … Read more

Outdoor Fun at Lake Fairfax Park in Reston Virginia

Lake Fairfax Park in spring

Lake Fairfax Park packs a lot of options for outdoor fun—hikes, biking, swimming, boating, picnics, sports, and excellent camping—into its 476 acres. The popular park can be very busy on the weekends, but with … Read more

Hike Cool Spring Battlefield to Beautiful Waterfall and Views

Cool Spring Northern Loop

Take a Cool Spring Battlefield hike or bike ride by the Shenandoah River to beautiful views, interesting history, and a pretty waterfall. This unusual preserve in Bluemont Virginia is a … Read more

8 Epic Virginia Trails to Hike and Bike Near DC

Colorful Fall Foliage on the Difficult Run Trail, one of the Best Fall Hikes in Northern Virginia

These 8 epic Virginia trails offer gorgeous scenery, interesting history, and a variety of hike and bike options, all within 2 hours of Washington DC. Virginia’s rich and diverse terrain … Read more

NOVA Parks Connector: W&OD Bike Trail to Meadowlark Gardens

W&OD Connector Trail cherry blossoms near Meadowlark Gardens

The NOVA Parks connector trail links the popular W&OD bike trail with beautiful Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. Only 1.25 miles long, the paved trail provides safe and scenic biking and hiking access to … Read more

Julie McCool is a travel writer and the creator of Fun in Fairfax VA a Northern Virginia travel blog.

Join me, Julie McCool, and explore the best of Northern Virginia parks, hikes, historic sites, restaurants, breweries, wineries, seasonal events, and more. I'm a Northern Virginia local, so you get first-hand tips and accurate information.

My Virginia travel guides are a resource for residents and visitors alike. Go beyond the standard tourist spots and discover fun things to do in Virginia, the Washington DC region, and beyond.

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