MASON NECK STATE PARK 703-339-2384 OFFICE
Fax: 703-339-2617 703-339-2384 VISITOR CENTER
7301 High Point Road, Mason Neck, VA 22079
www.dcr.virginia.gov/state_parks/mas.shtml
DIRECTIONS: Approx 6 miles east of Woodbridge and Lorton, VA. Travel 4 miles east on State Rte 242 (Gunston Road) off U. S. Rte 1. Turn right onto High Point Road to enter park.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Hiking trails, a large picnic area, playground, car-top canoe launch and a visitor center are among the park's features. Birdwatching, especially for the American bald eagle, and guided canoe trips of Kane's Creek and Belmont Bay are favorites with park visitors. The park's access to wetlands, forest, open water, ponds and open fields make it ideal for environmental study and wildlife observation.
PARKING: 5 wheelchair accessible parking spaces. Located at Visitor Center, park office and picnic area.
TYPES OF PATHS: Concrete sidewalk to Visitor Center, park office, and to public restrooms.
ENTRANCE TO VISITOR CENTER: Doors, 72 in. wide, open out. Front and rear glass doors. Office door is 36 in. wide opening out.
PUBLIC REST ROOMS: In picnic area. Doors are 36 in. wide, open in. Turns to enter. Accessible stalls have 36 in. wide doors opening out and handrails. Accessible stall checked regularly for obstructions. Restroom in Visitor Center is equipped as above, and is available for public use when the facility is open.
PUBLIC TELEPHONE: Wheelchair accessible phone.
SPECIAL SERVICES:
For guests with mobility disabilities,hiking trails offer short, non-strenuous walks. The Kanes Creek trail has an observation blind for visitors to look for waterfowl and other wildlife.
PICNIC AREAS: 1/4 mile from Visitor Center. Picnic areas have tables for guests in wheelchairs, fireplace grills and trash receptacles.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Visitor Center is open 10-6 from Apr-Oct. Pets welcome, but must be on leash. Modest parking fee. Vehicles displaying handicapped license plates or plaques not charged. Programs interpret the water, woodlands and area wildlife, with emphasis on the Bald Eagles which inhabit the area.
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