Burke Lake Park

Category: Park in Fairfax Station, Virginia

Address: 7315 Ox Rd, Fairfax Station, VA 22039, USA

Phone: +17033236600

Opening hours

Sunday: 7AM–7PM

Monday: 7AM–9PM

Tuesday: 7AM–9PM

Wednesday: 7AM–9PM

Thursday: 7AM–9PM

Friday: 7AM–9PM

Saturday: 7AM–7PM

Reviews

Car Are

Sep 22, 2022

Went to check this lake and it's beautiful, it has a 4+ mile trail OW, I just walked 3 miles RT. There are camping sites, places to have big groups gathering.

Emily Dower

Sep 21, 2022

Such a wonderful park!

Sid Kaushik

Sep 20, 2022

Great location for canoeing

Omer Duzyol

Sep 19, 2022

Great outdoor location for picnic, walk, and even some canoing on the lake.

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Questions & Answers

Do they allow dogs?

Ashley Guevara | Sep 22, 2020
Kaya Graham (Kaya Graham) | Sep 22, 2020

Yes.

Can you do fishing

Sumaira Ahmed | Sep 22, 2020
Steve Kim | Sep 22, 2021

June 4, 5, and 6, 2021 have been designated as Free Fishing Days in Virginia. No fishing license of any kind will be required for rod and reel fishing in freshwater or saltwater on these days.

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Are there free standing charcoal grilling stations in picnic areas?

P Lardin | Sep 23, 2019
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

Yes, there are. There are trash cans, as well.

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You need a license to go fishing there in the lake

Barquito Loco | May 25, 2022
Barquito Loco | May 25, 2022

Ana Mendoza thank you very much

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Does the park have swings? 🤔

Julia De la Cruz | Oct 27, 2021
Mohammed Al-Batawy | Jul 24, 2022

No

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Is there a grill area to heat up food?

Rico Tee | Sep 22, 2021
Burke Lake Park | Sep 22, 2021

Plenty

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Can you fly drones here?

David Jones | Sep 22, 2020
Ron Haskell | Sep 22, 2020

I've seen them flown there before and it didn't seem an issue.

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Are there campfire spots where we can roast marshmallows?

Diamond Spears | Sep 22, 2020
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

There are fire pit areas at the campgrounds, but you would need to rent out the campsite. It would be more convenient to use the free-standing charcoal grills located at the picnic areas.

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Can I bring a tent (like a mini pavilion tent) and set up in an open area on the grounds (where the grass is)?

Tiffani Furrow | Sep 23, 2019
Gregory Washington | Sep 23, 2019

yes but no grilling yur welcome ms furrow anytime

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Do they rent Kayeks?? how much are they

Andrew Rut | Sep 1, 2022
Neil Churgin | Sep 1, 2022

There are rentals at the lake, weekends only, during the week during summer.

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Is there a spot to swim?

None Sone | Jun 24, 2022
jay nam | Jun 24, 2022

no

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Can someone tell me what type of bait is used to catch those fish that mate and catch in this lake?

Antonio Hernandez Monroy | Jun 24, 2022
Pedro Marcos | Jun 24, 2022

Every time I boy I only use shrimp and if they fall but only vagres and others I don't know what they are called but they are only small rather only turtle falls 😂

How much for nith

Aparicio Carbajal | May 25, 2022
Vic Hanley | May 25, 2022

$10 for non-Fairfax County residents for entrance

Do I have to pay for parking?

d j Yi | Oct 27, 2021
Enfoc Art | Oct 27, 2021

No payment is necessary

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Is there an entry fee?

Pat Spar | Sep 22, 2021
Ahmed Taher | Sep 22, 2021

No entry fee, and no parking fee.

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is parking free in the park?

harrison zhang | Sep 22, 2020
Saul Arroyo | Sep 22, 2020

It seems so at least n summer.

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we can put hammock???

Edith García | Sep 22, 2020
Burke Lake Park | Sep 22, 2020

Yes of course fosho! Lol

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Yes, they do allow dogs.

Siobhan Tack | Sep 22, 2020
Paul Reilly | Sep 22, 2020

Dogs must be leashed but yes absolutely allowed.

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Is open tomorro

Dviana Ruiz | Sep 22, 2020
Requitta | Sep 22, 2020

Yes only the beaches are closed

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Is the park open for fishing and are you allows to rent boats?

Kayla Jones | Sep 22, 2020
Eunkyu Lee | Sep 22, 2020

I saw few people fishing by the lake during my last visit.

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Can we ride the train or is close

Oscar Perales | Sep 22, 2020
Bimal Ghimire | Sep 22, 2020

The train is closed.

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What is Ghost Train?

William Anderson II | Sep 22, 2020
Marina Gurbanov | Sep 22, 2020

There's a train in the park that's geared towards kids, it runs all year but around Halloween and Christmas they decorate around the track for the holiday. The Halloween one is called ghost train, but it's not scary!

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Can you bring your boat?

Tom Hovermale | Sep 22, 2020
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

Yes, you can. You can unload your boat at the boat ramp.

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Can you fish?

SiscoQuemain Quemain | Sep 23, 2019
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

Yes, you can. However there are specific restrictions and guidelines to which fish you can keep and you need a license to do any fishing but catch and release. The guidelines are on the Fairfax County website.

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Is alcohol permitted?

Dennis Campbell | Sep 23, 2019
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

No, it is not.

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do they let you swim there?

Jose S. VENTURA | Sep 23, 2019
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

No, they do not.

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I’m looking for a place to go star gazing, would the fields here be open that late?

Harley Novy | Sep 23, 2019
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

The park is not open that late. However, there are other places that would be ideal for stargazing.

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How much is the input value

orlando martinez | Sep 23, 2019
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

It is free if you are a resident of Fairfax Country. If you are not a resident, there is a $10 entrance fee on weekends and holidays.

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Where Is good place to fish from shore

George Townsend | Sep 23, 2019
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

There is a long fishing dock at the marina. That is the most popular place to fish. There are also areas for fishing along the main path.

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Can you bring your dog?

Tim Hunt | Sep 23, 2019
Abner Vargas | Sep 23, 2019

Definitely

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It says closes at 6pm but I hear you can do until sundown. Does that mean you have to be out at that time if you are doing the hike? Or can you finish the hike at any time but can only get in before close time?

Igor Ponjavic | Sep 23, 2019
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

It is best to be back from hiking before the park closes at sundown. They may close the gates if you stay longer.

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Can 8 years old fishing there without license? Please let me know. We plan to go today

Angel Talk | Sep 23, 2019
Christopher Janney | Sep 23, 2019

As far as I am aware, yes. VA is no license required up to 12 I believe.

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Online it says the park closes at 6 but I’ve heard it closes at sundown. Does it close at 6 or at sundown?

Sophia Cronin | Sep 23, 2019
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

The park closes at sundown.

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is there any place for toddler to play

Florida Vasquez | Sep 23, 2019
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

Yes. There are many playgrounds and grassy fields throughout the park, as well as a mini golf course, a carousel, and a train ride. However, the golf course, carousel, and train cost money.

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How much is to camp there and do you need to have permit for fishing

Biby Medrano | Sep 23, 2019
Gregory Washington | Sep 22, 2020

camping is between 25 ro 35$ dont remember my advice is to get a permit to fish from walmart i think there still 18$ thats having it in case u need it caz patrol do come thru quite often no sass 5 0 is just strict

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How close can I get to the lake to camp? Am I able to walk there and camp super close even if it’s not an assigned camp area. Idk if I’m making sense

Biby Medrano | Sep 23, 2019
Lorraine Peck | Sep 23, 2019

You need to go on the fairfax county government website look under county parks to find Burke Lake and see what the rules for camping are. www.fairfaxcounty.gov

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Is amplified music allowed in the park?

Walter Hines | Sep 23, 2019
Robert Moran | Sep 23, 2019

It would be by permit similar to a performance permit.

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where is shelter A locate it ?

Sheila Lee | Sep 23, 2019
Benjamin Dewey | Sep 23, 2019

The Burke Lake Park Information Center is located at the entrance of the park once you pass through the gate, on your right side. The information center can help you with maps.

Can we swimming?

Evelyn Huezo | Sep 23, 2018
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

No, you can not.

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If i wanted to run the trail early in the morning, what time does that gate at the entrance open up?

Olivia Clements | Sep 23, 2018
Wayne H | Sep 23, 2018

Dawn to tassel

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Is night fishing allowed? Or do you need to leave at sundown?

Chris Owens | Sep 23, 2018
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

No, you must leave at sundown.

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Are there cabins for rent at this lake?

Robin Ackerson | Sep 23, 2018
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

No, but there are multiple campsites.

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Until what hours is the park open

Giovanni Garcia | Sep 23, 2018
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

The park closes at dusk.

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Where can I get my fishing license and how much it cost?

moises galeas | Sep 23, 2018
Robin Ackerson | Sep 23, 2018

Any place that pretty much sells bait, or Walmart also sells them as well as any hunting fishing place. You can also get them on line.

how much are boat rentals

Cody Neihart | Sep 23, 2018
Wahed Khan | Sep 23, 2018

Depends

Can you swim in Burke lake?

Reda yakoub | Sep 23, 2018
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

No, you can not.

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Is swimming allowed in burke lake?

Dalton Jones | Sep 23, 2018
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

No, it is not. However fishing and boating are allowed.

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Is the train opperating?

Mark Paulos | Sep 23, 2018
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

Yes, it is.

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Is Haunted Train open today?

Greg Brewster | Sep 23, 2018
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

Yes, it is.

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Will Haunted Train Ride still be open if it rains on Sunday?

Greg Brewster | Sep 23, 2018
Michelle Cliff | Sep 22, 2020

No, it will not be.

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Cost of entry

Norita Ramirez | Sep 23, 2017
David “EvilGoku” | Sep 23, 2017

If you live in Fairfax County, it's free (you need to go). But if you do not live near here it's 10 $

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How do I can camp in there

Mary Nguyen | Sep 23, 2017
Sumer | Sep 23, 2017

Call or visit the visitor center to book one of the camp areas. Once booked, you're all set to go camping in the assigned area/time.

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