Mason Neck State Park

Category: State park

Address: 7301 High Point Rd, Lorton, VA 22079, USA

Phone: +17033392385

Reviews

Allison Elder

Sep 21, 2022

This is a great park for beginner hikers and bird-watchers. The mostly flat trails are well maintained and clearly blazed. There are a few blinds for bird-watching over the creeks, and there are about 100 eagles that make the park their home year-round. Other birds common to the mid-Atlantic woods and freshwater areas can also be seen. The only down side is that the park tends to get busy, and unaware hikers will approach blinds (which are located at key points on the trails) noisily, and drive off the wildlife. Go early, when the park opens, if you're looking for undisturbed viewing. This park is also a popular spot for cyclists to park and set out on rides, so be careful driving the road in and out. Only one trail allows bikes.

Maria Stoica

Sep 11, 2022

Quiet, serene state park with several ecosystems. We did the loop that goes by the marsh with the great blue herons. It was peaceful and very beautiful! We plan to come back to explore more trails.

segon

Sep 4, 2022

great view

Ian C. Albright

Sep 2, 2022

Nice trails and good picnic location.

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Questions & Answers

I'm seeing conflicting reports on whether it is opened. Could someone please clear that up for me? Thanks!

Benjamin Thren | Sep 25, 2020
Dana Emanuel | Sep 25, 2020

We just tried to go today and it was closed.

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Is there a place to fish there

Tony P. | Sep 25, 2020
Mason Neck State Park | Sep 25, 2020

Yes. Lots of shoreline in the park.

Is there a minimum age for canoeing? We have a life vest for our toddler and would love to take him.

Julie Jahanpour | Sep 26, 2019
Mason Neck State Park | Sep 26, 2019

No restriction with your own equipment but to rent canoes, kayaks or bicycles: • Must be at least 18 years old with a driver's license or other picture ID. • 13‐17 years old must be accompanied by someone at least 18 years old in the same or a separate one. • Children younger than 13 must be accompanied by an adult in the same tandem kayak or canoe; may not paddle a solo kayak. • Children must be at least 6 years old to use any rental boat or equipment. • No pets allowed in boats. • Use of alcoholic beverages is prohibited. • Must leave driver's license or other picture ID with ranger. • Retrieve ID after return of equipment.

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Can you metal detect here?

Everett Jacobson (Everett) | Sep 26, 2019
Nahu Dimitri | Sep 25, 2021

No

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Can you swim there

Donna Donna | Sep 25, 2021
Kevin Doyle | Sep 25, 2021

I don't think so

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I want to go tomorrow February 15,2021. There is conflicting information. Will the park be open tomorrow?

Torri Pierre | Sep 25, 2021
Mason Neck State Park | Sep 25, 2021

Our parks are open 365 days a year unless there is a weather or some other emergency. Always check here for accurate information - we would post closure in the top red box where the mask reminder is. https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/mason-neck And parking is $7 per car.

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Are there cabins or lodges to rent in the park?

Jason Hartsell | Sep 25, 2021
dragonmaster cj | Sep 25, 2021

No.

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Is it allowed to fish there?

Pablo Diaz | Sep 25, 2020
Mason Neck State Park | Sep 25, 2020

Yes. It can be fished in fresh and brackish water. You must have a valid Virginia or Maryland fishing license.

What time does the park open?

Shaima Baigzad | Sep 25, 2020
Sandra Grasty | Sep 25, 2020

8am

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Can you swim there?

Jeff Maldonado | Sep 25, 2020
Mason Neck State Park | Sep 25, 2020

We don't have a designated swimming beach but we can't stop you from swimming off the beachey areas.

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Can you get inside the water/swim?

Cynthia Garcia | Sep 25, 2020
Mason Neck State Park | Sep 25, 2020

We can't stop folks from swimming but we don't have any designated swimming areas.

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What time can you put in at the launch?

Brian Wehrstedt | Sep 26, 2019
Eddie Nagy | Sep 26, 2019

Regular operating hours

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Is there a beach here?

Isaiah Barrett | Sep 26, 2019
Mason Neck State Park | Sep 26, 2019

We have a shoreline and water but not a bathing or swimming beach.

Does it usually get busy during the summer?

Isaiah Barrett | Sep 26, 2019
Mason Neck State Park | Sep 26, 2019

Not really.

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what is the cost of entry

Yensi Leiva | Sep 26, 2018
Richard Hunter | Sep 26, 2018

The fee is $5 but out of state is $7.

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Does the park have a launch site for canoes?

Cheryl Fields | Sep 26, 2018
Bailey Cake | Sep 26, 2018

Mason Neck has a car-top boat launch available for kayaks and canoes, but there is no place for trailer launching.

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Is there an entry fee?

Beth Ruckwardt | Sep 26, 2018
Suzy Harding | Sep 26, 2018

Yes, I believe it's a nominal fee, around $5 per car for Virginia residents. DCR lists fees on their website, dcr.virginia.gov.

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Is this a place I can bring my dog to swim on a beach like area? If so where should I go to?

Winter Haigler | Sep 26, 2017
Jay Santry | Sep 26, 2017

Specifically, go to the boat ramp launch area for kayaks which is accessible by trail from the visitor's center

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