This beautiful 19-acre site overlooking the Potomac was one of the historic forts built by the Union troops in 1863 to protect DC during the Civil War. The place was named in honor of General Charles Ferguson Smith, who died from a leg infection in 1862.
The Hendry House at Fort C.F. Smith Park in Arlington, VAContinue reading
Monticello Park is a small 6.24 acres residential park located at 320 Beverly Drive in Alexandria. The park features an off leash dog area for dog to enjoy some play time with their owners. Monticello Park is a favorite for all nature lovers as there is a wide variety of birds, plants and insects located at the park. The park comprises of a small stream which is a magnet for various species of migrating birds. Bird and nature lovers can enjoy the many trees and bird species that are present in the park. The park also features a walking trail which leads to the neighborhood.
Monticello Park is open for everyone to enjoy and it is the perfect place for all nature and bird lovers to revel in the beauty of the many bird species whom often migrate to the park's stream.Continue reading
Located at the beautiful and secluded Glencarln Park, the Long Branch Nature Center offers a natural habitat for bird watching and other outdoor activities.
Poplar Pond At Long Branch Nature CenterContinue reading
The Dora Kelley Nature Park is a 50-acre nature preserve nestled in the Holmes Run Stream Valley Gorge. This park is known to be a prime birding spot all year long. Some species that are frequently seen in Dora Kelley Nature Park as