The Fairfax County Planning Commission got a report on June 3 regarding the Lorton Core Study (Plan Amendment 2021-IV-LP1). Report includes (p.27) “The Active Transportation and Trails Plan (ATTP), adopted by the Board on May 5, 2026, provides recommendations for pedestrian facilities in the Lorton area… As development and redevelopment occur, the goal is to … Read more
The Potomac Heritage Trail Association (PHTA), a 501(c)3 organization founded in 2005, is the only volunteer group supporting the entire Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (PHNST). Its comments on the PHNST Comprehensive Plan begin with the eight questions, followed by PHTA conclusions. Topic Questions 1-8: 1. What opportunities do you see for partnerships to improve … Read more
When Prince William County publishes the map of planned and proposed new trails in Pathways 2035, the 10-year Countywide Trails Master Plan, there will be some changes in the PHNST route. The primary north-south route from the Occoquan River to Chopawamsic Creek was determined in coordination with the Northern Virginia Regional Commission and the National … Read more
The National Park Service has issued a newsletter in advance of the May 28 virtual public meeting for launching the PHNST Comprehensive Plan. Topic questions identified for discussion at the virtual meeting: 1. What opportunities do you see for partnerships to improve communication, connectivity,stewardship, and programming? 2. Where are the most important gaps or missing … Read more
The PHNST subcommittee of the Prince William County Trails and Blueways Council (TBC) met on May 20. Highlights include: