Park After Dark: A Beavers Tale

Location of Mason Neck State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Bay View Trailhead
Main Park Address: Mason Neck State Park, 7301 High Point Rd., Lorton, VA 22079.

When

April 4, 2026. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

While most humans are used to working a 9-5, beavers prefer the night shift. Join Park Interpreters to learn more about the beavers and investigate some of their hard work around the park. Plan for an evening, guided, 1mi. walk along the Bay View Trail. Meet Interpreters at the Bay View Trailhead. Please bring water, good hiking shoes, and bug repellent. Click here. Registration is required, space may be limited.

Beaver Dam pictured from the Bayview Trail

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 703-339-2385
Email Address: MasonNeck@dcr.virginia.gov