More than three miles of hiking trails wind through the park providing a glimpse of nature by the bay. Elevated walkways allow visitors to explore some of the marsh areas in the park. Picnicking areas include drinking water, grills, restroom facilities, picnic tables, a playground and a recycling bin for aluminum cans. The facility has an extensive collection of research materials, a wet lab and a variety of sampling equipment. Park staff is available to assist with all phases of planning the program.
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The Elizabeth Hartwell Environmental Education Center features exhibits on the plant and animal life of the area, area history and the agencies of the Mason Neck Cooperative Management Area, hands-on activities, a resource library, volunteer exhibit and roving interpretive displays. This center provides an opportunity for teachers to conduct environmental studies in natural settings. The facility has a variety of research materials, a mobile wet lab and a variety of sampling equipment. Park employees are available to assist with all phases of planning the program. Mason Neck State Park offers the E.A.G.L.E. program, a curriculum guide for use by teachers and other educators, grades K-12.