TRAIL SITES Northern Neck Hidden History Trail logo Just a short drive from Washington, D.C., this Northern Virginia park offers a range of outdoor activities and programs. Hiking trails, a large picnic area, playground, car-top canoe launch and a visitor center are among the park's features. The park's access to wetlands, forest, open water, ponds and open fields make it ideal for environmental study and wildlife observation.

Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail

A trail connecting Virginia’s Northern Neck to history, nature, and recreation. The 16-mile Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail follows the route of the 1940s Dahlgren Branch Rail Line, and stretches across King George County just south of the Potomac River in Virginia’s Northern Neck. The trail is open for walking, running, cycling, and other non-motorized recreational uses. The trail is comprised of 240 acres of preserved sanctuary for native wildlife and natural beauty. Learn more about other outdoor recreation opportunities and local flavors of King George County, here.

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