Description
Hidden Oaks is part of the adjoining Annandale Community Park. The park’s forest is comprised of second growth tulip poplar, American beech, white and red oaks, and Virginia and white pines. Several hiking trails and a butterfly garden are available.
Over 100 species of birds have been seen along the park’s roads and trails including wild turkey, barred and great horned owls, and many species of warblers. Watch for waterthrushes and other stream birds at the three bridges over Accotink Creek, located along the west side of the nature center. These accessible stream valley woodlands provide excellent habitat for birds and excellent access for people. The Hidden Oaks Nature Center can provide driving directions to all other points along the Accotink Creek Stream Valley corridor, the first phase of the cross-county connector trail.
Wildlife Sightings
Birds Recently Seen at Hidden Oaks Nature Center & Annandale Park (as reported to eBird)
- Great Blue Heron
- Turkey Vulture
- Red-bellied Woodpecker
- Blue Jay
- American Crow
- Tufted Titmouse
- Ruby-crowned Kinglet
- White-breasted Nuthatch
- Brown Creeper
- Carolina Wren
Amenities & Access Considerations
Amenities
- Bike Trails
- Environmental Study Area
- Accessible
- Hiking Trails
- Information
- Interpretive Nature Program
- Interpretive Trail
- Parking
- Picnic
- Restrooms
Maps & Directions
From Previous Site on the Great Falls Loop of VBWT:
Depart Wakefield Park and turn left to I-495 North; travel on I-495 North for 1.4 miles. Take Exit 2B/SR 236 East, go 0.4 miles and turn left at the first stoplight, Hummer Road. Travel 0.4 miles and turn left onto Royce Street. Go 0.1 miles and turn left into Hidden Oaks Nature Center.
What to Know Before Visiting
The Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail is a network of more than 500 premier wildlife viewing sites across the state. Walk a nature trail, paddle a river, or enjoy a scenic overlook and you’ll soon understand what makes Virginia a premier destination for birding and wildlife viewing.