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The frog does not drink up the pond in which he lives.”

- Indian Proverb

 



 

 
A Great Place
 

Claude Moore Park hosts 357 acres in eastern Loudoun. While not all of it is passive, there are a number of wonderful trails, the longest being 3.5 miles long, and natural areas that include wetlands, meadows and forests. Vestals Gap Road, a trail that runs through the park, was once a route used by Indians to go between Alexandria and the Shenandoah.

Claude Moore has some terrific walking trails as well as ponds. We've often seen a variety of herons here in the morning as well as other special bird species.

Be sure to visit the FrogShackle while at Claude Moore. This special cabin holds a terrific collection of animal and plant specimens as well as hands-on activities for learning about and exploring nature. Muriel Spetzman, a long-time LWC member, set up these collections and is an incredible wealth of knowledge.

 
When to Visit
 

Hours:
Claude Moore is open from dawn until dusk every day

Facilities:
The visitor center is open from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm each day

Website for more information and driving directions:
http://www.loudoun.gov/prcs/parks/claude.htm