Bull Run Regional Park

GENERAL INFO:

Park Type: Green Space, Historic Site, Regional Park

Overall Size: Larger than a football field

Special Features/Comments: Bull Run Regional Park is part of the Bull Run Occoquan Trail system alongside Hemlock Overlook, Bull Run Marina, and more.

Atlantis Water Park is located at the back end of the park.

Various sheltered picnic areas available for rent, including Barn Pavilion.

Bull Run Regional Park is home to the annual BULL RUN FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS.

Bull Run Regional Park also provides a Shooting Center and Archery Program towards the entrance of the park, signs available.

While bikes are not allowed on trails, the 1-2 mile main road is ideal for biking laps around the park.

GETTING THERE:

Parking

pDriving Directions: From north:
Take Rt. 29 heading South/West towards Sudley Road. Turn left on to Bull Run Post Office Road. Continue on to Bull Run Drive. Entrance is less than one mile after crossing over Rt. 66.

From south:
Take Rt. 28 heading North towards Centerville. Turn left on to Rt. 658 (be sure to hang right immediately after left turn). Follow Compton Road for 2.5 miles. Turn left on to Bull Run Drive. Entrance is less than one mile after crossing Rt. 66.

kParking Instructions: Parking available anywhere there is spots. Throughout park.

TADA Accessible: Yes

ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:

Football/Soccer Field, Mixed Use Field, Open Space, Trails, Rollerskating, Birdwatching, Fishing, Disc Golf, Archery

AMENITIES:

General Park Amenities: Playground, Restrooms, Drinking Fountains, Seating, Picnic Tables

Playground Size: Large

Playground Shade: Little or none

Playground Surface Type: Wood chips

Swimming: Outdoor Pool

Pets: Allowed On-Leash

Additional Features: Visitor Center, Historic Site, Picnic Shelter

Trash Cans: Yes

Food for Sale Type: Gift Shop

Camping: Tent, Groups

Camping Amenities: Running Water, Fires Allowed, Fire Rings, Firewood Available, Grills, RV Hookups

TRAIL DESCRIPTION:

Trail Surface: Unpaved

Trail Activities: Walking, Hiking, Running/Jogging, Horseback Riding, Dog Walking

Trail Difficulty: Easy, Moderate

Trail Layout: Loop & Linear (network)

Trail Length: Over 10 miles

Trail Shade: Lots

Trail Surface Type: Sand/Dirt, Grass

Trail Slope: Flat/Gentle, Moderate

Trail Width: 2-4 ft, 4-8 ft

Trail Extras: Kiosk with trail maps, Historic Sites

OTHER:

Park Information: Maps, Information Kiosk

Open Space Activities: Play frisbee or catch, Go for a walk or jog, Have a picnic, Do Yoga

Open Space Size: Larger than one football field in size

Open Space Shade: Some

Natural Water Feature: Creek/Stream, River/Channel, Wetlands