The Fairfax County Park Authority has created a new “self-guided adventure” for those looking to take an expedition through nature not far from home.
The park authority’s 2025 Discovery Trail Map celebrates 75 years of parks and recreation with a challenge to visit eight park locations before Labor Day.
According to a press release:
From now through Labor Day, visit eight featured park locations across the county and discover the stories, sights and wildlife that make Fairfax County parks special. This year’s trail celebrates the Park Authority’s 75th anniversary and includes new stops, such as the award-winning Woodlands Stewardship Education Center and family favorites, such as Frying Pan Farm Park, Burke Lake Park and Sully Historic Site.
The park authority says the map can be picked up at one of the 12 participating park locations or downloaded from the Discovery Trail Map website.
“Visit eight featured parks, answer a fun question at each site and fill in the answer on the map,” the park authority website said. “Complete the trail and turn in your map by the deadline to earn an amusement prize pack — and be entered to win one of 25 grand prizes.”
The map includes locations all across Fairfax County and trivia questions answerable at each of the park locations.
“Whether you’re meeting farm animals, exploring nature centers, hiking through woodlands or watching waterwheels turn, every stop on the Discovery Trail is packed with adventure,” the website said. “This year’s trail is a celebration of the Park Authority’s mission to connect our community through nature, history and play — 75 years strong.”
