Ox Hill Battlefield Park — Attraction in Centreville

This was a very minor battle, mostly an afterthought of Bull Run, but one biggest battles in noVA during the Civil war. The park itself occupies about 15-20% of the original battlefield, but allows for a good look of the terrain. There is a 1/2 mile or so track that surrounds the park allowing for the visitor to read through nine different placards that describe the unfolding battle of Ox Hill and some of the main characters. There is a small parking area at the bottom/entrance of the park as well as three miniature pavilions with...

The park is beautiful. There are, however, no amenities. No restrooms, no water fountain. However, there is a lot of shade.

Really, I would never have guessed a battle was fought in that area. It is an island of tranquility in a city. Green grass, mature trees, squirrels and rabbits and birds. Very lovely.

I visit for the Poké Stops and Poké Gyms (2 on the property). The trail is accessible and not too long. I highly recommend a visit. Parking is limited to 5 regular stalls and 1...

This is a terrific little park with a short but lovely interpretive trail with very helpful and poetically written interpretive signs. The Battle of Ox Hill is where Union Generals Stevens and Kearny fell, and the signage well conveys the drama and tragedy of the battle. It takes only about 15 to 20 minutes to complete the trail, and is well worth the effort. You’ll learn a lot in a short time and may feel thoughtful and moved when...