Huntley Meadows Park

Huntley Meadows Park

Alexandria, VA

Fairfax County's largest park features an 800-acre wetland boardwalk through beaver ponds, heron rookeries, and cattail marshes - a premier wildlife photography destination.

Photography Guide

Best Time
golden hour
Crowds
Moderate
Shot Types
wildlifelandscapebirds
Best Seasons
springfall
Practical Tips
The central boardwalk is the prime shooting location. Beaver activity is most visible at dawn and dusk. Great blue herons nest in the snags and are easy to photograph.

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