Dora Kelley Nature Park
5750 Sanger Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22311
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OWNER: City of Alexandria
CONTACT: 703-746-4343
WEBSITE: https://www.alexandriava.gov/NatureCenter#DoraKelleyNaturePark
EVENTS: https://apps.alexandriava.gov/Calendar/?show=RecreationCommunity
Hours: Sunrise - Sunset
Bike Commute: 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
GENERAL INFO:
Park Type: Conservation Area, Regional Park
Overall Size: Larger than a football field
Special Features/Comments: Holmes Run Trail passes through park.
The Buddie Ford Nature Center is located within the park. The center exhibits live animals, holds nature instruction classes, and leads guided park walks with the Park Naturalist. See park website for nature center hours.
GETTING THERE:
Parking, Parking on Street, Public Transit: Bus
lBus Route: DASH AT2, AT1 / Metro Bus 7W, 7F, 7A
TADA Accessible: Yes
ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:
Trails, Birdwatching
AMENITIES:
General Park Amenities: Seating
Pets: Allowed On-Leash
Additional Features: Nature Center
Trash Cans: Yes
TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Trail Surface: Paved
Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Running/Jogging, Inline Skating, Bicycling, Mountain Biking, Dog Walking
Trail Difficulty: Easy
Trail Layout: Loop & Linear (network)
Trail Length: 1 to 5 miles
Trail Shade: Lots
Trail Surface Type: Asphalt
Trail Slope: Flat/Gentle
Trail Width: 4-8 ft
Trail Extras: Kiosk with trail maps, Benches/Rest Areas
OTHER:
Programming Available: Education/Ranger Programs
Natural Water Feature: Creek/Stream
