Best parks near Fairfax
40 parks · 40 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season
Explore the best parks near Fairfax, Virginia — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.
Showing the top 15 of 40 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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#1
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts
6.7 mi away
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, located in Vienna, Virginia, is a unique and culturally significant site that attracts visitors from all over the world. As a…
Why 100: protected / landmark status
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#2
Fort Foote National Park
16.8 mi away
Fort Foote National Park is located in the state of Maryland, not Virginia. Fort Foote National Park is a historic site that played a significant role in the Civil War by…
Why 100: protected / landmark status
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#3
Fort Hunt National Park
17.1 mi away
Fort Hunt National Park is a historical site located in Fairfax County, Virginia, just south of Alexandria. The park is managed by the National Park Service and is open to the…
Why 100: protected / landmark status
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#4
Piscataway National Park
17.3 mi away
Piscataway National Park is a 5,000-acre park located in southern Maryland, along the Potomac River. This park offers a variety of activities and attractions that make it a…
Why 100: protected / landmark status
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#5
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park
13.9 mi away
The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historic Park is located in the District of Columbia and offers visitors a glimpse into the region's rich history. The park preserves the…
Why 90: protected / landmark status
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#6
Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site
16.4 mi away
Pennsylvania Avenue National Historic Site is a significant landmark in Washington, D.C. that spans over 1.2 miles and is home to several important buildings, memorials, and…
Why 90: protected / landmark status
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#7
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument
17.2 mi away
Belmont-Paul Women's Equality National Monument is a historic house and museum located in Washington D.C. It was previously known as the Sewall-Belmont House and Museum. The house…
Why 90: protected / landmark status
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#8
Manassas National Battle Park
13.7 mi away
Manassas National Battlefield Park in Virginia is a historical site that commemorates two major battles of the American Civil War. Visitors can explore the site's many trails…
Why 80: protected / landmark status
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#9
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge
15.3 mi away
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge is a 644-acre wildlife refuge located in Prince William County, Virginia, and Fairfax County, Virginia. The refuge is home to a variety of…
Why 80: protected / landmark status
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#10
National Mall
16.4 mi away
The National Mall is a historic park in the heart of Washington D.C. that attracts millions of visitors each year. It is home to some of the country's most important landmarks…
Why 80: protected / landmark status
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#11
Featherstone National Wildlife Refuge
17.1 mi away
Featherstone National Wildlife Refuge, located in Virginia, is a great place to visit for nature lovers and bird watchers. The refuge is situated on the Potomac River and consists…
Why 80: protected / landmark status
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#12
National Wildlife Refuge Mason Neck
17.3 mi away
National Wildlife Refuge Mason Neck is located in Virginia, not Maryland. National Wildlife Refuge Mason Neck is a protected area managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It…
Why 80: protected / landmark status
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#13
US National Arboretum
19.5 mi away
The United States National Arboretum, located in the District of Columbia, is a magnificent living museum that showcases the natural beauty and diversity of plants. There are…
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Parks near Fairfax
The Fairfax area has 685 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.
How we rank the best parks near Fairfax
How are these parks ranked?
Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.
How often does it update?
Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.
What do the numbers on the map mean?
Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.