Marlin Forest
in Fairfax County of Virginia, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
38.761 and -77.055 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 38° 45' 39" and W -77° 3' 18"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 12:20 PM (Saturday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
7:37 am and 6:05 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-34.226 and 115.057 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Hamelin Bay
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Delve into Marlin Forest

Marlin Forest in Fairfax County (Virginia) is located in United States a little south of Washington DC, the country's capital town.

Current time in Marlin Forest is now 12:20 PM (Saturday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -4 hours. We know of 8 airports close to Marlin Forest, of which 4 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in a distance of 6 mi (or 10 km), North. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There is one Unesco world heritage site nearby. It's Monticello and the University of Virginia in Charlottesville in a distance of 56 mi (or 90 km), South-West. Also, if you like playing golf, there are some options within driving distance. We encountered 10 points of interest near this location. If you need a hotel, we compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

While being here, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Alexandria, Arlington, Washington DC, Falls Church and La Plata. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 15°C / 58 °F

Morning Temperature 10°C / 49 °F
Evening Temperature 15°C / 59 °F
Night Temperature 11°C / 52 °F
Chance of rainfall 0%
Air Humidity 40%
Air Pressure 1028 hPa
Wind Speed Gentle Breeze with 8 km/h (5 mph) from South
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Overcast clouds

Saturday, 2nd of November 2024

15°C (59 °F)
9°C (48 °F)
Overcast clouds, light breeze.

Sunday, 3rd of November 2024

16°C (61 °F)
12°C (54 °F)
Overcast clouds, gentle breeze.

Monday, 4th of November 2024

20°C (68 °F)
17°C (62 °F)
Broken clouds, gentle breeze.

Hotels and Places to Stay

The Alexandrian Autograph Collection

Address
3,1 mi
480 King Street
22314 Alexandria
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


The Westin Washington National Harbor

Address
2,6 mi
171 WATERFRONT STREET
20745 Oxon Hill
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Morrison House Autograph Collection

Address
3,0 mi
116 South Alfred Street
22314 Alexandria
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


The Westin Alexandria

Address
3,0 mi
400 COURTHOUSE SQUARE
22314 Alexandria
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town

Address
3,1 mi
1900 Diagonal Road
22314 Alexandria
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

Address
2,6 mi
201 Waterfront Street
20745 National Harbor
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


EXECUSTAY AT CARLYLE MIL

Address
2,8 mi
2201 MILL RD
22314 Alexandria
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 16:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


SpringHill Suites Alexandria

Address
1,8 mi
6065 Richmond Highway
22303 Alexandria
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Residence Inn National Harbor Washington DC Area

Address
2,6 mi
192 Waterfront St
20745 Oxon Hill
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Hilton Garden Inn Alexandria Old Town

Address
3,1 mi
1620 Prince Street
22314 Alexandria
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

These are videos related to the place based on their proximity to this place.

NoVA-CBG Riding Down the Big Hill at Park Terrace Drive

Published: July 29, 2011
Length: 16:12 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Karen Warkentien

On the return trip from Mt Vernon and Ft Hunt. Going down the hill on Park Terrace Drive and maxing out at 35.75mph. Stopping at Belle Haven Park.


STRIKE a NOTE.mov

Published: April 24, 2010
Length: 49:05 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Nolf

A neo-noir short about an ordinary man who wakes up in a park with no wallet or memory of who he is. All he has is a note in his pocket with the name and address of a Mr. Alvin Wilson. Who...


Potomac River Kayak & Swim

Published: August 16, 2010
Length: 22:40 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Mike Petrucci

I rented a kayak from Belle Haven Marina and cruised around Dyke Marsh. It was so nice out that I decided to even hop in for a swim!


Mt. Vernon Bike Trail - Dyke Marsh

Published: July 19, 2009
Length: 30:46 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Rusty Meyners

Boardwalk crossing of Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve at approximately mile 10 of 16 mile bike-trail from Arlington Cemetery to Mt. Vernon historical site.


Sailing with Dad and Robin

Published: July 13, 2012
Length: 09:07 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: korora912

Perfect wind on the Potomac off Belle Haven. It's always so much more fun with two boats.


FDR Memorial - Washington, DC

Published: March 23, 2010
Length: 37:19 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Stanley Niemala

Franklin D. Roosevelt Memorial Washington, DC.


Dragnet - You Tell 'em Joe!

Published: November 09, 2010
Length: 20:43 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Phatic1

You tell 'em Joe! Joe Gives It To Obama.


The Lorax Movie Review by Local Kids Network

Published: March 02, 2012
Length: 00:11 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: US Local Kids

See the movie review of The Lorax by one of our Local Kids Stars on USLocalKids.com and our Local sites around the US. Also, this review has some feedback by parents for parents about seeing...


Operation Walk-USA 2012

Published: December 24, 2012
Length: 38:40 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Operation Walk Virginia

On December 8, 2012 Operation Walk-Virginia teamed up with Operation Walk-USA. Operation Walk USA is a non-profit medical humanitarian organization that provides free hip or knee replacement...


Belle View Wins Odyssey of the Mind Regionals

Published: March 03, 2013
Length: 46:12 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: Ben Folsom

2 March 2013 - The Belle View Elementary School team wins Division One, Problem Two - The Email Must Go Through at Odyssey of the Mind Regional competition at West Potomac High School in Alexandria...


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Belle Haven, Fairfax County, Virginia

Belle Haven is a census-designated place (CDP) in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. Nearby CDPs are Huntington, Virginia (west), Groveton, Virginia (southwest) and Fort Hunt, Virginia (south). The population was 6,518 at the 2010 census. The CDP is located just south of Old Town Alexandria and bounded on the west by Richmond Highway and on the east by the Potomac River. It encompasses Belle Haven, a wealthy subdivision dating from the 1920s, and several adjoining neighborhoods.

Located at 38.7789, -77.0608 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Unincorporated communities in Virginia, Populated places in Fairfax County, Virginia, Census-designated places in Virginia, Baltimore–Washington metropolitan area, Populated places on the Potomac River

Hybla Valley, Virginia

Hybla Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States south of Alexandria, Virginia. Nearby CDPs include Groveton, Virginia (north), Belle Haven, Fairfax County, Virginia (northeast), Fort Hunt, Virginia (east) and Mount Vernon, Virginia (southwest). The population was 15,801 at the 2010 census, down from 16,721 in 2000 due to a reduction in area, resulting from some of the eastward neighborhoods including much of Hollin Hills being moved to Fort Hunt CDP.

Located at 38.7469, -77.077 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Fairfax County, Virginia, Unincorporated communities in Virginia, Census-designated places in Virginia, Baltimore–Washington metropolitan area

West Potomac High School

West Potomac High School is a public high school in Fairfax County, Virginia. It is located on 6500 Quander Road and is part of Fairfax County Public Schools.

Located at 38.775, -77.0724 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Educational institutions established in 1984, High schools in Fairfax County, Virginia, Public high schools in Virginia

Dyke Marsh

Dyke Marsh is located on the west bank of the Potomac River south of Alexandria, Virginia between Old Town Alexandria and Mount Vernon. Dyke Marsh consists of about 380 acres of tidal marsh, floodplain, and swamp forest. Forming 5,000 to 7,000 years ago, Dyke Marsh is the largest remaining piece of freshwater tidal wetlands left in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area. The marsh is managed by the National Park Service. Dyke Marsh contains a wide array of plant and animal life.

Located at 38.7678, -77.0486 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Protected areas of Alexandria, Virginia, Protected areas of Fairfax County, Virginia, Marshes of Virginia, Potomac River Watershed, Smithsonian Institution Archives related

River Farm

River Farm is an historic landscape with gardens located at 7931 East Boulevard Drive, Alexandria, Virginia. It was owned by George Washington from 1760 until his death in 1799, and is now the American Horticultural Society (AHS) headquarters . The garden is open Monday through Friday, except national holidays, without charge.

Located at 38.7424, -77.0446 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Botanical gardens in Virginia, Protected areas of Alexandria, Virginia, Washington family residences, Visitor attractions in Alexandria, Virginia

Hollindale, Virginia

Hollindale is an unincorporated community in Fort Hunt, Fairfax County, Virginia, United States close to the George Washington Memorial Parkway in ZIP code 22306. As of 2009, it had 926 residents. Mount Vernon Presbyterian Church and Hollin Meadows Elementary School are located within the community. Hollindale is set along the hilly woodlands across from the Potomac. It was built around several estates and on what used to be Sherwood Dairy Farm, and is adjacent to the Hollin Hills community.

Located at 38.7508, -77.0633 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Populated places in Fairfax County, Virginia, Unincorporated communities in Virginia

Fort Willard

Fort Willard is a former Union Army installation now located in the Belle Haven area of Fairfax County in the U.S. state of Virginia. It was the southernmost fort built to defend Washington, D.C. in the American Civil War. It is currently undergoing preservation treatment to protect its earthen walls and trenches.

Located at 38.7828, -77.0661 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Civil War defenses of Washington, D.C., Forts in Virginia, Virginia in the American Civil War, Parks in Fairfax County, Virginia, Buildings and structures in Fairfax County, Virginia

Fort O'Rourke

Fort O'Rourke is a former Union Army installation now located in the Belle Haven area of Fairfax County in the U.S. state of Virginia. It was the southernmost fort built to defend Washington, D.C. in the American Civil War.

Located at 38.7828, -77.0661 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Civil War defenses of Washington, D.C., American Civil War forts in Virginia, Virginia in the American Civil War, Fairfax County, Virginia


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Marlan Forest, Marlin Forest