Home Outdoor Fun I Spy: Where to See Wildlife in the DMV by rtdaniellelarkinsAugust 18, 2015 Search more like this hiking trailboat ridesdriving tourhorseback ridingnature loversobservation towersee wildlifedeerwildlifesanctuaryriverbatgroundhoganimal Advertisement Trending Now Entertainment & Movies Netflix Finally Releases Trailer for Netflix Addams Family Spinoff ‘Wednesday’ News News Anchor Parents ‘Report’ on Their Baby’s Day in Viral TikTok Viral & Trending Texas School District Removes Anne Frank Adaptation from Shelves Recalls 2 Million MamaRoo & RockaRoo Baby Swings Recalled after Infant Death Viral & Trending Scotland Becomes the 1st Country to Make Period Products Free Advertisement D.C. and its suburban surroundings can be a concrete jungle. However, nestled between highways and pavements lay the homes of thousands of animal species. So, take out those binoculars and witness a few furry (or slimy) friends in their natural habitats.Photo: USFWS Mountain-Prairie via Flickr See frogs, birds, and turtles at…Huntley Meadows ParkFifteen-hundred acres of history, beauty, and nature tucked in Northern Virginia, Huntley Meadows Park won’t disappoint. There is a reason this historical park is a favorite among photographers looking for wildlife. Its half-mile wetland boardwalk allows you to get a better peek at the frogs, herons, geese, turtles, beavers, and 200+ identifiedbird species that call it home. If you need a more aerial view, then climb up their observation tower and watch the birds there.3701 Lockheed Blvd. (Alexandria, Va) Online: fairfaxcounty.gov See salamaders, otters and minks at…Kenwilworth Park and Aquatic GardensThis unique site offers visitors aquatic gardens and a wetland area. As you paddle up the Anacostia River or walk around the historical ponds, you may be serenaded by the five species of frogs or two species of toads. As you walk the boardwalk, you’ll spot birds, salamanders, turtles, and water fowl. If you’re lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of an otter, fox, minks, or skinks.1550 Anacostia Ave., NE (Anacostia) Online: nps.govSee bass, geese, and groundhogs at…Merkle Wildlife SanctuaryThis wildlife sanctuary is 1670 acres of land that includes four hiking trails, a 4.3 mile Critical Area Driving Tour, and five fishing ponds. Your mini Moby Dick may catch a large mouth bass or blue gill in the ponds. Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary is also great for birdwatching. It’s the most visited hub by Canadian geese on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. You may also spy a red fox or groundhog. 11704 Fenno Rd. (Upper Marlboro, Md) Online: dnr2.maryland.govSee owls, beavers, and snakes at…Great Falls ParkYou won’t only hear the cascading sounds of the Potomac River at this popular Northern Virginia park. The beautiful views of the river and the 15 miles of hiking trails provide many opportunities to observe wildlife. You may catch the hoot of an owl or the chomping of a beaver. Other animals you may spy include butterflies, moths, deer, and snakes.9200 Old Dominion Dr. (McLean, Va) Online: nps.gov See bats, deer, and mussels at…C&O CanalThis 184.5 mile towpath is a historical landmark that played an important role for many Washingtonians in the 19th and early 20th centuries. This long path, running parallel to the Potomac River, provides nature lovers the opportunity to see bats, turtles, snakes, insects, and deer due to the woodland and rock formations. Whether by foot, bike, canal boat ride, or horseback ride, you will undoubtedly spot a few animals. And one animal you may find that you don’t usually see is freshwater mussels! If seashell-looking objects are found on the shoreline, then you located these tasty mollusks.The park has multiple access points. There are visitor centers in D.C. and Maryland. Online: nps.gov See beavers, lizards, and a slew of bugs…Banshee Reeks Nature PreserveThe Preserve is 725 acres bordered by Goose Creek to its south and consisting of fields, hardwood forests, ponds, and streams. There are over 20 miles of trails winding through these wetlands and forests; housing foxes, beavers, deer, bats, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and insects. 21085 The Woods Rd. (Leesburg, Va) Online: bansheereeksnp.orgWhere do you go to spot local wildlife? Tell us in the comments–Danielle Larkins Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window)Click to email a link to a friend (Opens in new window)Click to share on Copy (Opens in new window) Search more like this hiking trailboat ridesdriving tourhorseback ridingnature loversobservation towersee wildlifedeerwildlifesanctuaryriverbatgroundhoganimal Welcome to our Tinybeans family! Be sure to check your email for new activities, recipes and parenting hacks – and to see if you’ve won! Do you have a dog or cat? Select YES below and click submit to start receiving FREE pet ideas and inspiration, news about new pet products, exclusive offers and limited-time promotions. Yes, I have a pet! Submit GET READY FOR SUMMER! Enter to Win a $250 Gift Card! Enter your email and zip code below for a chance to win a Mastercard Gift Card. We’ll pick one winner per month through August 31, 2022 – 5 lucky winners in all! email zip_code campaign_name Enter Now! I agree to the official rules and to receive email communications from Tinybeans. By providing my email address, I agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience possible. Accepting the use of cookies enables important site functionality including personalization and analytics. Accept Decline Create an account to save this content on Tinybeans Choose how you would like to sign up. Continue with Apple Continue with Facebook Continue with Google or Continue with Email By signing up, you agree to Tinybeans Terms of Service and acknowledge you have read and agreed to our Privacy Policy. Sign in to your Tinybeans account Don’t have any account? Create an account here. Forgot your password? Reset it here. Sign In or Continue with Apple Continue with Facebook Continue with Google Personalized recommendations Tinybeans uses personal information to share useful recommendations and ideas for your family. This may include your previous activity, family profile and your hometown. Tinybeans keeps your data safe and does not sell personal information to any third party. Learn more about your privacy and location choices. Close
Entertainment & Movies Netflix Finally Releases Trailer for Netflix Addams Family Spinoff ‘Wednesday’