Background

Oakton Community Park, located at 2841 Hunter Mill Road, has been a valued part of the Oakton community since the Park Authority acquired the property in 2001. In 2005, a master plan shaped by local residents and community groups outlined a vision for the park that included parking, trails, a playground, picnic pavilions, and interpretive features. Since then, several key elements of that plan have been completed, including a parking area, natural surface trails and a playground.

One of the most distinctive features of the park is the historic 1897 Oakton Schoolhouse. This treasured building was relocated from another site along Hunter Mill Road and restored to reflect its turn‑of‑the‑century character. Today, it serves as a centerpiece of the park’s history and a venue for community learning.

In 2019, the Greater Oakton Community Association (GOCA) was established as an all‑volunteer organization. The Park Authority partnered with GOCA to support community use of both the park and the schoolhouse for meetings, classes, rentals, and historic or educational programs. As community use increased, so did the need for additional park amenities originally envisioned in the master plan. This led to the creation of a conceptual development plan to guide future improvements.

Upcoming Improvements

To align with current fiscal resources, the Conceptual Development Plan is divided into two phases:

Phase 1 Improvements (Spring–Summer 2027)

• New picnic pavilion with furnishings
• Walkway improvements
• Hose bib for improved utility access

Construction for Phase 1 is anticipated to begin in Spring 2027 and be completed by the end of Summer 2027.

The image above is conceptual and intended for illustrative purposes only.

Phase 2 Improvements (Future, fundraising dependent)

• Restroom facility with kitchenette
• Renovated playground
• Expanded parking area
• Community trail loop
• Interpretive signage

Phase 2 does not yet have a construction timeline and will move forward as fundraising efforts progress.

Be Part of The Future of Oakton Community Park

Financial Contributions 

Funding is secured for Phase 1 of the improvement project at Oakton Community Park. However, the project is designed to be scalable, meaning community contributions can help add additional amenities and enhanced features that elevate the park experience for all visitors.

Soon, the Fairfax County Park Foundation will begin accepting donations to help enrich and expand Oakton Community Park during Phase 2 of the project. Community support will make it possible to bring added elements to the park.

Public Meeting

The Fairfax County Park Authority invites the community to a public meeting to learn more about the plans for improving Oakton Community Park on Monday, October 19 at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Oakton Schoolhouse located at 2841 Hunter Mill Road in Oakton.

During the meeting, attendees will hear about the design vision for Phase 1 of the project and how they can get involved in bringing Phase 2 of the project to life. There will also be an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and engage with the project team.

Public Comment

The Fairfax County Park Authority welcomes community input on the proposed plans for Phase 1 of the improvements to Oakton Community Park. Following the meeting, community members may submit comments online using the form below through 5 p.m. on Friday, November 20. Once funding is secured for Phase 2 of the project, another public comment period will be held for input on the additional proposed improvements.

Contact

For questions about this project, please contact the Fairfax County Park Authority at oaktoncommunitypark@publicinput.com.