If You Lived Here

Did You Know Burke Lake Park was Almost an Airport?

When the Federal government selected Burke, Virginia as the location for a new airport in the 1950s, it condemned 4,000 acres. The decision led to a fierce community battle that ultimately saved Burke and led to the development of Dulles Airport in Chantilly. Discover how the land once destined for runways was repurposed into the beloved Burke Lake Park, a haven for fishing, hiking and family fun.

Did You Know Burke Lake Park was Almost an Airport?

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