Description
The Washington farm, on the banks of the Rappahannock River, is the setting of Parson Weem’s story about the honest boy who could not tell a lie. Extensive mowed and manicured areas surround the site of George Washington’s boyhood home. Woodlands and river bottoms of mixed hardwoods provide habitat for native animals, including wild turkey and wood duck, as well as wintering bald eagles. In summer, look for the common assortment of open area songbirds searching the lawns for insects and seeds. An ongoing archaeological dig continues to bring the past to life.
Wildlife Sightings
Amenities & Access Considerations
Amenities
- Fee
- Accessible
- Hiking Trails
- Information
- Interpretive Nature Program
- Parking
- Picnic
- Restrooms
- Historical Site
Maps & Directions
Physical Address: 268 Kings Highway, Fredericksburg, VA 22405
From I-95, exit onto Plank Road/Blue and Gray Parkway/VA-3 East, turn left on Kings Highway, then turn left onto George Washington Way towards the entrance to George Washington’s Ferry Farm.
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.
Site Information
Managed By:
- George Washington Foundation