Upton Hill Regional Park park
Upton Hill Regional Park
One of the main attractions in Upton Hill Regional Park is the Upton Hill Park Pool. This water park features a large swimming pool with water slides, a lazy river, and a children's splash pad area, making it a perfect destination for families seeking a fun aquatic adventure. The pool area also offers ample seating, a snack bar, and convenient changing facilities.
For nature enthusiasts, Upton Hill Regional Park provides an extensive network of hiking trails that wind through picturesque woodlands and offer stunning views of the surrounding area. These trails cater to various skill levels, allowing visitors to choose between a leisurely walk or a more challenging hike. Along the trails, hikers may come across enchanting creeks and local wildlife, adding to the park's natural charm.
Another highlight of the park is the Upton Hill Campground, offering a serene camping experience. Equipped with modern amenities such as electricity, water hookups, and restrooms, the campground provides a comfortable retreat for those who wish to spend a night or two surrounded by nature. Campers can enjoy campfire cooking, stargazing, and the tranquility of the wooded surroundings.
Upton Hill Regional Park also boasts a miniature golf course, perfect for a friendly competition or a leisurely round with friends and family. This 18-hole course features various obstacles and challenges, promising an enjoyable experience for all ages.
In terms of interesting facts about the area, Upton Hill Regional Park was originally established as a recreational site in the 1930s and has maintained its popularity ever since. The park covers approximately 52 acres of land and is managed by the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority.
The best time to visit Upton Hill Regional Park is during the late spring and summer months when the weather is pleasant and conducive to outdoor activities. The park's swimming pool and water park facilities are typically open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, offering visitors a refreshing escape from the summer heat. The hiking trails and campground are accessible year-round, with fall offering vibrant foliage and spring bringing blooming flowers to enhance the outdoor experience.
To ensure accuracy, it is recommended to verify the information provided by consulting official sources such as the Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority's website or contacting the park directly.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Upton Hill Regional Park, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marsden Tract Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Marsden Tract Group Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Lake Fairfax | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Burke Lake Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fort Belvoir Travel And Rv Camp | ✓ | ✓ | → |
| Swains Lock Hiker-Biker Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
Other parks
- Washington & Old Dominion Regional Park
- Bluemont Junction Park
- Madison Manor Park
- Glencarlyn Park
- Lacy Woods Park
Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Upton Hill Regional Park as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Upton Hill Regional Park
What can I do at Upton Hill Regional Park?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Upton Hill Regional Park?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other parks near here
Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Upton Hill Regional Park.