Loudoun County’s Most Loved:
Parks and Community Centers for Everyone
Changes to the feature include:
Under Cast, Paddle & Explore:
- fix 2nd listing: Beaverdam Reservoir to "Reservoir Park" and move in alpha listing
Under Best Playgrounds:
- Fix typo: need to add a second "s" to: Douglass Community Center (Leesburg):
- Add: Potomack Lakes Sportsplex (Sterling): Inclusive playground with ADA-accessible surfaces and unique features like a dual-track ride, sensory maze, and viper swing
- Update Bles park: Bles Park (Ashburn): Recently renovated with a new inclusive multigenerational playground, exercise area, six picnic pavilions, and a canoe/kayak launch along Broad Run, plus paved and natural trails, sports fields, and expanded parking. (PRCS)
Under Serenity & Wildlife:
- Please fix listing: Under Temple Hall Farm Regional Park: replace “sunflower fields” with “pick-your-own pumpkins and sunflowers”
Under Community Center:
- Fix listing: Ashburn Recreation and Community Center, 21105 Coopers Hawk Dr, Ashburn
- Add listing: Douglass Community Center, 405 E Market St, Leesburg
- Fix name: Dulles South Recation and Community Center
- Add lising: Claude Moore Recreation and Community Center, 46105 Loudoun Park Ln, Sterling
- Add listing: Sterling Community Center, 120 Enterprise St, Sterling
Under Scenic Trail
- Fix name of trail in title and fun fact: "W&OD" instead of "WO&D" in two places
- Fix: under Fun Fact: Update to “The W&OD Trail is often called the skinniest park in Virginia.”
Loudoun County boasts diverse parks and community centers, each celebrated for its unique charm. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, relaxation, or fun activities with friends, these spaces have something for everyone. Join us in exploring Loudoun County’s most beloved parks and community centers, where community spirit thrives year-round.
Signature Parks With Diverse Amenities
- Algonkian Regional Park (Sterling): 838 acres of outdoor adventure with kayak/canoe launch, paved and natural surface hiking trails, picnic shelters, vacation cottages, and event facility. (NOVA Parks)
- Algonkian Golf Course - 18-hole championship golf course.
- Volcano Island Waterpark - Island-themed waterslides, splash pools and play structures.
- Claude Moore Park (Sterling): 11 miles of trails with two entrances to the park with sports fields/sportsplex, batting cages, concessions, picnic areas/tables, nature trails, visitor center, catch-and-release fishing pond, and playground. (PRCS Regional and District Park)
- Claude Moore Recreation & Community Center - Competition and leisure pool, climbing wall, and fitness area.
- Loudoun Heritage Farm Museum - Preserves, promotes and brings to life the rich agricultural heritage of Loudoun County.
- Franklin Park (Purcellville): Spans 203 acres with a 3.5-mile perimeter trail for horseback riding, catch-and-release pond, playground, tennis courts, volleyball sand court, and fields for various sports, disc golf course, equestrian facilities, and an in-line rink. (PRCS Regional & District Park)
- Franklin Park Performing And Visual Arts Center - 260-seat theater.
- Franklin Park Pool - Outdoor pool, barnyard-inspired splash pad, and aquatic programs.
- Hal & Berni Hanson Regional Park (Ashburn): 257 acres with various recreational amenities and programming, including playgrounds, sports fields, and trails. (PRCS Regional and District Park)
- The Nature Center at Hanson Park: Environmental education through exhibits, activities, and structured programs.
- The Lodge at Hanson Park: Scenic park with manicured lawns, gardens, and pond views.
- Ida Lee Park (Leesburg): Outdoor pool, playgrounds, basketball court, tennis courts, soccer/lacrosse fields, picnic area, charcoal grills, walking trails, and gazebo. (Town of Leesburg Park)
- Ida Lee Recreation Center: Full-service indoor facility with pools, fitness center, courts, banquet hall, childcare, and diverse programs.
- Ida Lee Tennis Center: Walk-up play, reservations, and classes/leagues for both outdoor and indoor courts.
- AV Symington Aquatic Center: Water slides, a lazy river, toddler-friendly areas, and snacks at the Lily Pad Concession stand.
- Philip A. Bolen Memorial Park (Leesburg): 405 acres with 17 lighted sports fields for various sports, ADA-accessible multipurpose trails, cricket fields, nature programs, ponds, and 3.5 miles of nature trails for walking/running. (PRCS Regional Park)
- Lovettsville Community Park (Lovettsville): 90-acre park, equestrian facility, off-leash dog area, an amphitheater, a fishing pond, soccer and baseball field, and hiking trails. (PRCS)
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Sports Parks
- Brambleton Park (Ashburn): 61 acres with baseball, softball, football, soccer, and lacrosse fields, along with wetlands and woods. (PRCS)
- Brambleton Regional Park (Ashburn): Baseball, soccer, lacrosse fields, and 18-hole, par-72 golf course with a driving range, pro shop and snack bar. (NOVA Parks)
- Edgar Tillett Memorial Park (Ashburn): 52 acres with baseball, softball, and wooded areas and a view of Beaverdam Reservoir. (PRCS)
- Evergreen Mills Equestrian & Hiking Trail (Leesburg): Trails perfect for horseback riding, hiking and biking. (PRCS)
- Fireman’s Field (Purcellville): 13-acre facility with two baseball fields, the Historic Bush Tabernacle with a skating rink, and home to the collegiate summer baseball team, the Purcellville Cannons. (Town of Purcellville)
- Lucketts Community Park (Lucketts): 10 acres with baseball, batting cages, football, lacrosse, soccer, softball, and an ADA-accessible multipurpose trail. (PRCS Neighborhood Park)
- Mickie Gordon Memorial Park (Middleburg): Lighted baseball and softball fields, tennis courts, green spaces for various activities, and fishing pond. (PRCS Regional & District Park)
- Moorefield Station Community Park (Ashburn): Baseball, soccer, benches, concessions, parking, grills, pavilions, and picnic areas. (PRCS Community Park):
- Potomack Lakes Sportsplex (Sterling):40+ acres with an ADA trail, along with baseball, football, lacrosse, soccer, and softball fields, concessions, pavilions, picnic areas, playground, wooded areas, and events. (NOVA Parks)
- Scott Jenkins Memorial Park (Hamilton): Baseball, pavilions, and picnic tables. (PRCS)
- Woodgrove Park (Round Hill): 30 acres featuring baseball, football, lacrosse, soccer, and softball fields, plus wooded areas. (PRCS)
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Fitness and Fun
- Bles Park (Ashburn): Recently renovated with a new inclusive multigenerational playground, exercise area, six picnic pavilions, and a canoe/kayak launch along Broad Run, plus paved and natural trails, sports fields, and expanded parking. (PRCS)
- Catoctin Park (Leesburg): Skate plaza and picnic tables.(Town of Leesburg)
- Conklin Community Park (Chantilly): 34 acres featuring basketball, football, lacrosse, soccer, tennis, volleyball, pickleball, ADA accessibility, a creek, wooded areas, and a bike park with various features. (PRCS)
- Douglass Community Center (Leesburg): Outdoor rink for roller skating and hockey, along with a skate park for skateboarding and BMX riding, basketball courts, and a fitness area. (PRCS)
- Round Hill Indoor Aquatic Center (Round Hill): Year-round swimming facility offering fitness classes, lessons, and low-impact programs. (PRCS)
- Trailside Park (Ashburn): Outdoor rink for roller skating and hockey, and trails for walking and biking. (PRCS)
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Cast, Paddle, and Explore
- Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve (Leesburg): Hiking trails, wildlife viewing, and a catch-and-release fishing pond. (PRCS)
- Bazil Newman Riverfront Park (Leesburg): Canoe/kayak launch, fishing, trails, and picnic areas. (PRCS)
- Brandon Park (Leesburg): Fishing, playgrounds, and picnic tables. (Town of Leesburg)
- Elizabeth Mills Riverfront Park: Riverfront view with trails and opportunities for canoeing and fishing. (Town of Leesburg)
- Keep Loudoun Beautiful Park (Leesburg): Canoe/kayak launch along Goose Creek. (PRCS)
- Piscataway Crossing Regional Park (Leesburg): 295 acres along the Potomac River with walking and hiking trails. (NOVA Parks)
- Reservoir Park (Ashburn): 1,000-acre waterfront area currently under construction, featuring new boardwalks, a boat rental facility, and educational exhibits. (NOVA Parks)
- Riverside Park (Leesburg): Trails, picnic areas, and access to the river for canoeing and kayaking. (Town of Leesburg)
- Sleeter Lake Park (Round Hill): Lake with kayak/canoe launch, fishing, and picnic tables. (Town of Round Hill)
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Best Playgrounds
- Ashburn Park (Ashburn): Known as "Dinosaur Park," featuring multiple play structures and shaded areas.(PRCS)
- Douglass Community Center (Leesburg): Large playground with sand, and themed playground celebrating African American history and culture. (PRCS)
- Foxridge Park (Leesburg): Playground for younger kids with swings and various features. (Town of Leesburg)
- Freedom Park (South Riding): Expansive playgrounds, sports fields, and walking trails. (PRCS)
- Hadley's Park Dulles Town Center (Sterling): Playground with many amenities.
- Legacy Park (Ashburn): Two playgrounds, climbing structures, zipline, sand volleyball court, swings, natural pond, waterfalls, lighted tennis courts, and open playfield. (Brambleton Community Association)
- Hamilton Community Park (Hamilton): Popular playground and hidden gem. (Town of Hamilton)
- Potomack Lakes Sportsplex (Sterling): Inclusive playground with ADA-accessible surfaces and unique features like a dual-track ride, sensory maze, and viper swing.
- Trailside Park (Ashburn): Nature-inspired playground with wooden climbing structures.(PRCS)
Local Tip: Head to Ashburn Park for a playground your family will love! Four playgrounds, a creek, and a paved walking trail are perfect for enjoyment. Visit Yum Yum Hibachi, just 2 minutes away, for a picnic option! - Zoe Johnson
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Serenity and Wildlife
- Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve (Leesburg): Expansive hiking trails, wildlife viewing, and educational programs. (PRCS)
- Blue Ridge Regional Park (Purcellville): Situated at the eastern slop of the Blue Ridge Mountains for unique and rustic group camping. (NOVA Parks)
- Phillips Farm Trail (Waterford): Nature walks, birding and trail brochures learning about the local history dating back to the 1700s.(Town of Waterford)
- Red Rock Wilderness Overlook Regional Park (Leesburg): Panoramic views, historic buildings, and trails. (NOVA Parks)
- Rust Sanctuary (Leesburg): Wooded trails through meadows and forests for a tranquil nature experience. (NOVA Parks)
- Temple Hall Farm Regional Park (Leesburg): Rural environment with farm animals, sunflower fields, interpretive hiking trails, and equestrian trails with natural jumps and water crossings. (NOVA Parks)
- Olde Izaak Walton Park (Leesburg): Fishing and peaceful walks along trails. (Town of Leesburg)
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Historic Treasures
- Aldie Mill Historic Park (Aldie): Live grinding demonstrations showcasing Northern Virginia’s industrial heritage. (NOVA Parks)
- Ball's Bluff Battlefield Regional Park (Leesburg): Major Civil War battle site with interpretive trails and tours. (NOVA Parks)
- Battle of Middleburg/Mt. Defiance Historic Park (Middleburg): Historical significance with natural beauty. (NOVA Parks)
- Battle of Upperville/Goose Creek Historic Park (Middleburg): Features a 200-year-old stone bridge and historical importance. (NOVA Parks)
- Gilbert's Corner Regional Park (Aldie): 156 acres with hiking trails and interpretive signage. (NOVA Parks)
- Mt. Zion Historic Park (Aldie): Guided tours and living history programs at the site of Mt. Zion Old School Baptist Church.(NOVA Parks)
- Veterans Park at Ball Bluff (Leesburg): Scenic walking trails along the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. (Town of Leesburg)
Fun Fact: “Loudoun County is a historical treasure with many homes surviving from Colonial Days.” - Barry Schwoerer, VP of VA SAR
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Scenic Trail
Washington and Old Dominion Railroad (WO&D) Regional Park: 45-mile paved trail ideal for running, cycling, and skating, with adjacent equestrian trails. Access points with parking in Loudoun include Sterling, Ashburn, Leesburg, and Purcellville.(NOVA Parks)
Access points in Ashburn include Beth Miller Park, Hampshire Park, and Trailside Park, while Leesburg offers Algonkian Regional Park, Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, Georgetown Park, Kincaid Forest Park, Philip A. Bolen Memorial Park, and Red Rock Wilderness Overlook Regional Park.
Fun Fact: The WO&D is often called the skinniest park in Virginia.
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Loudoun County Community Centers
Explore the diverse offerings of Loudoun County’s community centers, including recreational programs, fitness classes, meeting spaces, and event hosting. For more information on additional features, such as outdoor pools and sports facilities, visit loudoun.gov/parks.
- Ashburn Recreation and Community Center, 21105 Coopers Hawk Dr, Ashburn
- Bluemont Community Center, 33445 Snickersville Tpke, Bluemont
- Douglass Community Center, 405 E Market St, Leesburg
- Claude Moore Recreation and Community Center, 46105 Loudoun Park Ln, Sterling
- Dulles South Recreation and Community Center, 24950 Riding Center Dr, South Riding
- Luckett’s Community Center, 41779 Old Mill Rd, Leesburg
- Loudoun Valley Community Center, 443 Peer Rd, Purcellville
- Lovettsville Community Center, 57 E Broad Way, Lovettsville
- Middleburg Community Center, 300 W Washington St, Middleburg
- Philomont Community Center, 36863 McDonald Rd, Philomont
- Sterling Community Center, 120 Enterprise St, Sterling
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Seasonal Activities and Community Engagement
Each park in Loudoun County offers seasonal activities that enhance the outdoor experience. There's always something happening from winter sledding at Lovettsville Community Park to summer movie nights at Ida Lee Park. Community programs, such as art classes and guided nature walks, foster connections among residents while promoting a love for the outdoors.
Community Involvement
Loudoun parks often encourage community participation through volunteer clean-up days and conservation efforts. Collaborations with local organizations enhance programming, providing even more opportunities for residents to connect.
Visitor Tips
For a quieter experience, visit on weekdays and explore during the early morning or late afternoon. Most parks offer ample parking, and nearby amenities like picnic areas and restrooms are available for your convenience.
ADA Accessibility
Most parks and community centers in Loudoun County are designed to be accessible for individuals with disabilities. This includes paved paths, accessible restrooms, and parking spaces.
Explore More: Your Guide to Loudoun County Parks
Explore the parks managed by Loudoun County’s Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services (PRCS) at loudoun.gov/prcs and discover the offerings of NOVA Parks at novaparks.com, which feature regional outdoor spaces and recreational programs. Don’t forget that individual towns also provide their own parks and recreation resources, ensuring diverse options for everyone in the community. For a comprehensive list of parks by town, scan the QR code!