These selected destinations have source-verified coordinates. Pins identify places, not trail routes, parking permission or accessibility. Other entries retain their official access and address links.
Scotts Run Trail, Colshire Meadow Drive, McLean VA
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The county’s completed Scott’s Run Trail connects Magarity Road near Westgate Elementary with Colshire Meadow Drive near McLean Metro. It is useful for a short stream-valley walk or as one part of a journey to the station.
Before you go
Inspect the project map for the correct endpoints. This trail is separate from Scott’s Run Nature Preserve beside the Potomac and should not be used as directions to the waterfall.
Sources checked 2026-10-19.
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Tysons
The Perch Great Lawn
The Perch, Capital One Center, Tysons VA
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An elevated public lawn at Capital One Center with views across Tysons, separate from the golf and dining businesses.
Before you go
Small groups may use picnic blankets. Tables, chairs and alcohol are prohibited on the Great Lawn; food-service areas have separate rules. Check public access before a campus event.
Sources checked 2026-10-19.
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Tysons
Perch Putt: book the activity, then add food
Perch Putt, 1805 Capital One Drive, 11th Floor, Tysons, VA 22102
Go for
Eighteen holes of rooftop miniature golf with food-truck-style dining and drinks nearby.
Before you go
Book a tee time and check weather notices. Golf is paid and separate from the public Great Lawn. Use the Wegmans retail garage and its elevators to the eleventh floor; Perch Putt does not validate parking. Its published 2026 season ends November 8, with reduced hours November 2–8.
Sources checked 2026-10-22.
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Tysons
Metro Park pickleball
Metro Park, 1820 Capital One Drive South, Tysons VA
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Four outdoor pickleball courts near McLean Metro at 1820 Capital One Drive South.
Before you go
Every player needs a CourtReserve account and waiver. Book court time through CourtReserve before arriving, even for a walk-up visit, and bring paddles and balls. The published 2026 season runs through the beginning of November; confirm availability before a later visit.
Sources checked 2026-10-22.
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Tysons
Nearby Spring Hill Rec Center
Spring Hill Rec Center, 1239 Spring Hill Road, McLean VA
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Spring Hill Rec Center on Spring Hill Road is a nearby McLean recreation option with aquatics, fitness and indoor activity spaces. For basketball or pickleball, its current instructions require individual timed-entry tickets as well as membership or paid daily admission.
Before you go
A reservation for a court session does not itself cover admission. Consult the activity schedule rather than assuming all spaces are available whenever the building is open.
Sources checked 2026-10-19.
06
Tysons
Nearby Scott’s Run Nature Preserve
Scott’s Run Nature Preserve, 7400 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22102
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For a longer nature outing, Scott’s Run Nature Preserve is a separate McLean destination near the Potomac. Its wooded paths and river scenery are different from the station-side trail in Tysons.
Before you go
Choose a route from the preserve map and expect steep or rocky sections. Swimming, picnicking, alcohol, grills and coolers are prohibited. Use designated parking only and leave before dark; the stream and Potomac can have dangerous currents.
Sources checked 2026-10-22.
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Tysons
Vesper Trail toward Spring Hill Metro
Vesper Trail, Vesper Street, Vienna VA
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Vesper Trail is a completed pedestrian and bicycle connection from Vesper Street toward Spring Hill Metro. The county describes an approximately four-tenths-of-a-mile trail and provides its plan and profile.
Before you go
It can be useful as part of a neighborhood-to-station journey rather than only as a recreational destination. Inspect the mapped endpoints and the rest of your route; the trail alone does not establish a continuous protected connection to every nearby building.
Sources checked 2026-10-19.
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Tysons
Ashgrove Trail stream crossing: open again
Ashgrove Trail, Ashgrove Lane, Vienna VA
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A restored stream crossing and trail connection in Ashgrove Historic Park.
Before you go
The county’s October 9, 2026 update says all construction is complete and the trail is open. Use the project map for access and stay on established paths beside the restored stream.
Sources checked 2026-10-19.
09
Tysons
Boro Park: a small public gathering place
Boro Park, 8350 Broad Street, Tysons VA
Go for
A small public park for meeting friends or pausing between Boro restaurants, with seasonal community programming.
Before you go
Use 8350 Broad Street. Register when a specific event requires it; older summer yoga and fitness announcements are not evidence of ongoing autumn classes.
