Mount Vernon near Alexandria in Fairfax County, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
George Washington's Forest
Photographed By Jason Voigt, May 25, 2019
1. George Washington's Forest Marker
In the 18th century, George Washington's Mount Vernon property included Dogue Run Farm, Muddy Hole Farm, River Farm, Union Farm, and Mansion House Farm, where you are now. As the map illustrates, more than half of this 8,000-acre property was native woodland. The Forest Trail and surrounding area represent a small example of that great expanse.
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Explore the Forest Trail and discover:
• The forest's importance to the Mount Vernon plantation
• What type of animals and birds inhabited the wooded areas during Washington's time
• Who lived here before the Washington family
• What type of activities took place in the forest
• What grew in the forest
• How the forest changed in the past 200 years
and much more!
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas. In addition, it is included in the Former U.S. Presidents: #01 George Washington series list.
Location. 38° 42.427′ N, 77° 5.478′ W. Marker is near Alexandria, Virginia, in Fairfax County. It is in Mount Vernon. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Mount Vernon Highway (Virginia Route 235) and George Washington Memorial
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Sunrise to Sunset (a few steps from this marker); Tomb of Washington (a few steps from this marker); Other Useful Resources (within shouting distance of this marker); Slave Cabin (within shouting distance of this marker); Washington's Trees (within shouting distance of this marker); Domestic Animals (within shouting distance of this marker); Creatures in the Forest (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); George Washington (about 400 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Alexandria.
More about this marker. Marker features a map, circa 1793, of George Washington's five farms.
Photographed By Jason Voigt, May 25, 2019
2. George Washington's Forest entrance
Marker (not in the picture) is to the right of the entrance
Credits. This page was last revised on January 27, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 13, 2020, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. This page has been viewed 188 times since then and 27 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 13, 2020, by Jason Voigt of Glen Carbon, Illinois. • Bernard Fisher was the editor who published this page.
