Loudoun Outdoors Guide
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Algonkian Regional Park (#16)
47001 Fairway Drive, 703-450-4655
Difficulty: Easy
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The park's 2-mile loop trail runs through more than 30 acres of wetlands on Lowe's Island along the Potomac River. These wetlands support a variety of flora and fauna, and allow trail users to observe wildlife, including Bald Eagles. More information about water activities at Algonkian Regional Park is available here.
Facilities, hours, and connections:
- Water and restrooms available at the pro shop.
- Open dawn to dusk, seven days a week
- VA Piedmont Birding and Wildlife Trail
- Trailhead for Potomac Heritage Trail
Tips And Insights from Visitors
- By: The Cardinal
Jun 4, 2008 1:54 PM
I only paddle on the Potomac River so I'm not certain about the advisibility of motor boating in the section of the River-the River is ... (read more)
(leave a comment) - By: Steve Schnabel
Jun 3, 2008 5:05 PM
Does anyone have water depth charts, or experience on the depths of the water around Algonkian Park. Is this portion of the Potomac saf... (read more)
(leave a comment) - By: Glenn Gillis
Apr 22, 2008 3:55 PM
Algonkian Regional Park is a gateway to the recently dedicated Potomac River National Recreation Water Trail. The Potomac River is bein... (read more)
(leave a comment) - By: Glenn Gillis
Apr 21, 2008 2:48 PM
From the Algonkian Regional Park main entrance, you can now follow the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail east across the Sugarland... (read more)
(leave a comment) - By: The Cardinal
Apr 4, 2008 7:26 PM
Paddled in the rain early last evening-still nice and peaceful although the current was up a bit. Should be nice over the weekend.... (read more)
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