Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

Paddling & Palettes

Where

Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Rd., Lorton, VA 22079. Mason Neck State Park Visitor Center.

When

June 3, 2021. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Do you enjoy both the arts and the outdoors? Join us for Paddles and Palettes, a new program that combines kayaking (a 2 hour, beginner-level paddle) and painting (1 hour of watercolor exploration)! Guests will first have the opportunity to go out on Belmont Bay and Kanes Creek in sit-on-top kayaks with State Park interpreters, observing wildlife along the way. Next, guests will have the chance to create a small watercolor painting: one based on provided examples, a design of your own making, or just enjoy the properties of water and paint however you like! Both activities will be preceded by safety & other introductory-level instructions. All levels of paddlers and artists are encouraged to join!

Group limit of 10 participants. Masks are required when social distancing is not possible. Cost is $25/person. Reservations required.

Reservations must be made in advance. To register or inquire about our policies, please call our office line at (703) 339-2385.

We ask that all visitors arrive 20 minutes prior to start time, park in front of the visitor center, and check in to receive your parking pass. Be sure to bring a face covering, water, sunscreen, bug repellant, and appropriate attire. Pets are not permitted on our boats.