Belmont Bay is a lovely stretch of water at the mouth of the Occoquan River. The bay is flanked by three nature reserves: Elizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge, …
Mason Neck State Park spans 1814 acres and is a beautiful area on the peninsula with wetlands, forests, and open fields. Here, you can enjoy a scenic day hike along …
Myrtle Grove is made up of forests of oak, maple, beech, sycamore, poplar and other tree species. Its wetlands are home to diverse bird and animal species. Listen out for …
Mattawoman area is a real gem. The Mattawoman Creek winds through long reeds and marshes, surrounded by tidal forest. In spring and summer, forest songbirds tweet from the trees. Trails …