Wilderness Presidential Resort is the best Northern Virginia camping resort for affordable family getaways. Resting on over 600 acres, the Wilderness Presidential Resort is home to an abundance of wildlife. Enjoy the incredible nature surrounding the resort, participate in as many resort activities as your heart desires and relax in your choice of comfortable lodgingContinue reading “Wilderness Adventure Park – Spotsylvania”
Category Archives: Spotsylvania
Spotsylvania Farmers Market
Visiting the farmers market is one of our favorite activities. One of the best parts about shopping at the farmers market is that it’s fun! We love seeing what the different vendors have to offer and just being in a lively environment. We really love going to the Spotsylvania Farmers Market because of its locationContinue reading “Spotsylvania Farmers Market”
Chancellorsville Battlefield
Chancellorsville Battlefield is one section of the Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park. This small area west of Fredericksburg witnessed the heaviest and most brutal fighting in American history. The battle of Chancellorsville involved more men, and resulted in more casualties, than any other battle ever fought on Virginia soil. The casualties from these battlesContinue reading “Chancellorsville Battlefield”
Ni River Trail
Great simple trail if you, the kids, or the dog need a break from the interstate. Nice easy walk through woods and around a pond. Address: 8110 River Stone Drive, Fredericksburg, VA 22407 (next to the Spotsylvania School Board building and across from Massaponax High School) Hours: Open sunrise to sunset. Parking: Limited Four Trails:Continue reading “Ni River Trail”
Massaponax Creek Trail
Massaponax Creek Trail is a 1.6 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Fredericksburg, Virginia that offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skill levels. The trail roughly follows a well kept disc golf course so keep your eyes open for players. The trail is primarily used for walking and natureContinue reading “Massaponax Creek Trail”
Patriot Park
Patriot Park is a large park located across the street from the Ron Rosner YMCA in Spotsylvania County. It has 6 baseball diamonds, 2 basketball courts, a 3.1 mile fitness trail, 6 multi-purpose fields, and a large playground. The playground is down a hill near all of the soccer fields. Not only does Patriot ParkContinue reading “Patriot Park”
Loriella Park
Loriella Park is a beautiful multi-use park nestled in the woods in Spotsylvania County. The added shade is perfect when the weather gets hot. Loriella Park is also home to one of the finest disc golf courses in the Spotsylvania area. There are also some great wooded walking trails nearby. Address: 10910 Leavells Rd, Fredericksburg,Continue reading “Loriella Park”
Fredericksburg Battlefield
South Lee Drive Trail Fredericksburg Battlefield has several walking trails. Years ago we visited the Fredericksburg National Cemetery and the Sunken Road and Stone Wall. This week we decided to go to the section of the Fredericksburg Battlefield in Spotsylvania County. We went to an area called Prospect Hill and walked the South Lee DriveContinue reading “Fredericksburg Battlefield”