Turkey Run Park

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: National Park

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: Access to the Potomac Heritage Trail

GETTING THERE:

Parking

pDriving Directions: From I 495 take exit 43 and merge onto the George Washington Memorial Parkway. Take the exit for Turkey Run Park. Turn left at the sign on the exit ramp to enter the park.

From the northbound George Washington Memorial Parkway take the exit for Turkey Run Park. Turn right at the sign on the exit ramp to enter the park.

kParking Instructions: Parking is available in each of the picnic areas in the park.

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Trails, Birdwatching

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Restrooms, Drinking Fountains, Picnic Tables

Pets: Allowed On-Leash

Additional Features: Visitor Center

TRAIL DESCRIPTION:

Trail Surface: Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Dog Walking

Trail Difficulty: Easy, Moderate, Difficult

Trail Layout: Loop & Linear (network)

Trail Length: 1 to 5 miles

Trail Shade: Lots

Trail Surface Type: Natural rock, Sand/Dirt, Boardwalk

Trail Slope: Flat/Gentle, Moderate, Steep

Trail Width: 2-4 ft

Trail Extras: Drinking Water

OTHER:

Programming Available: Education/Ranger Programs, Junior Ranger Programs

Park Information: Maps

Staffing & Safety: Employee/Ranger Present, Police Patrol

Open Space Activities: Have a picnic

Open Space Size: Smaller than a basketball court

Open Space Shade: Lots

Natural Water Feature: River/Channel