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Burke Lake Park, Fairfax County, VA

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Boat on the lake in beautiful Burke Lake Park in Fairfax. Photo slightly edited to show colors. Photo taken in 2012.

The Falls

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Great Falls Park

Waterfall in Great Fall park

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This overlook is located to the left of the south end of the Visitor Center. It is the closest you can get to the Falls themselves. A short trail leads down to a dirt viewing platform. The rest of the overlook is rocky and will require some easy…

On the way to Great Fall Park

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This image was taken last Fall. Before passing the gate and going to Great Fall park, you can drive slowly and see how nice when the leaves have different color.

Cross County Trail, Great Falls Area

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Large stone (boulder) crossings provide an adequate crossing for most adults. They may not be suitable for young children, some pets, or older adults. There are 2 such crossings on the CCT across Difficult Run.

Cross County Trail, Great Falls Area

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The Cross County Trail runs through some of the county's most scenic areas, beginning at Great Falls National Park on the mighty Potomac River and extending south to the Occoquan River and Laurel Hill, formerly known as Lorton Prison.

Here,…

Nature Preserve

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Nature reserve made by Van Metre Homes. It is located in the Broadlands area of Ashburn, VA.