Explore Occoquan Regional Park in Lorton, VA

A Scenic Escape Near Washington, D.C.

Situated along the Occoquan River in Lorton, VA, Occoquan Regional Park offers 350 acres of natural beauty and recreation. Located at 9751 Ox Road, this park is part of NOVA Parks, blending history, outdoor activities, and community amenities.

A History Forged in Fired Clay and Reform

At the park’s center stands the last of nine beehive brick kilns, used by early 20th-century prison workers to make red bricks for local buildings and the adjacent workhouse. The kilns, fueled by clay dug nearby, reflect a mix of craftsmanship and forced labor tied to the Lorton Reformatory.

The land was transformed into a public park in 1983, thanks to a partnership between NOVA Parks and the District of Columbia—with park improvements funded in part by landfill revenues.

What to Do at the Park

  • Kayaking & Boating: Rentals and a boat launch provide access to the Occoquan River .

  • Hiking & Biking Trails: A 5K paved loop plus access to the Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail connects you to a 40-mile regional route.

  • Suffragist Memorial: The Turning Point Suffragist Memorial honors the women imprisoned for demanding voting rights in 1917.

  • Brickmakers Café & Pavilion: Enjoy relaxed waterside dining or host events at the River View or large group pavilion.

  • Batting Cage & Fishing: Get active with sports facilities or try fishing in the river—Virginia license required.

The park welcomes visitors year-round, with water and batting facilities open seasonally.

Visit their website for additional information.

A Place of Stories & Renewal

Occoquan Regional Park balances natural beauty with historical storytelling—from the kiln relics and prison tales to the memorial for female suffragists. Whether you’re paddling the river, walking the trails, or enjoying café views, history and recreation flow together here.

Just a short drive away, this well known water park in Lorton is a must-visit.

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Driving Directions: Occoquan Regional Park → Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps

Start: 9751 Ox Road, Lorton, VA 22079
End: 13000 Harbor Center Dr Suite 200, Woodbridge, VA 22192

  1. Exit the park onto Ox Road (VA‑123 South).

  2. Merge onto I‑95 South toward Richmond.

  3. Take exit 161B for VA‑234 North/Prince William Parkway.

  4. Turn right onto Harbor Center Drive.

  5. Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps will be on your right at Suite 200.

Estimated drive time: Approximately 20 minutes, depending on traffic.

Enjoy nature, history, and community at Occoquan Regional Park—and keep your home well-maintained with expert Lorton chimney repair by Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps.

Sixpenny Chimney Sweeps
13000 Harbor Center Dr Suite 200, Woodbridge, VA 22192
(703) 491-8697