The park, comprised of 6,300 acres, extends along 14 scenic miles of Seneca Creek, as it winds its way to the Potomac River. The Clopper Day-Use Area contains many scenic areas, including the 90-acre Clopper Lake, surrounded by forests and fields. Picnicking, boat rentals, and ​trails are just some of its recreational opportunities. A restored 19th century cabin and a self-guided path interpret the history of the area. Over 50 miles of trails are open for hiking, horseback riding and bicycling which wind through a variety of habitat.​​

Playgrounds​

Nature Play Space
Balance, build, climb, connect, and create in our new nature play space at Oriole Picnic Grove. This imagination-centered play area is created from giant oak tree trunks, locust tree logs, and other all-natural materials. The idea of the play space and all of the work was done in-house by park staff, using the talents of our park technicians and park rangers.

Play as you Picnic
Quail Ridge and Chickadee Picnic Areas offer playground areas with climbing features and small slides close to picnic benches.