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City	Oakton
State	Virginia (VA)
County	Fairfax County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	38.880945
Longitude	-77.300817
Population	36,732
Density	1452.5 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Codes	22124, 22031
Area Code	703, 571
County Seat	Fairfax
School District	Fairfax County Public Schools

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About Oakton, Virginia

Oakton is a locality in Fairfax County, Virginia, United States. It has a population of 36,732. The population density is 1452.5 people per km². Oakton is located at 38.8809°N, 77.3008°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP codes: 22124, 22031.

Oakton anchors itself within the undulating Piedmont terrain, a landscape defined by its distance from the salt-heavy air of the distant coast. It lies 2.4 miles southwest of Vienna, VA (from Vienna, VA: bearing 234°T), and is situated 7.4 miles east-northeast of Centreville. The character of the soil reveals itself in the quiet flow of Rocky Branch, which carves a modest path through the local topography. To the west, the distant silhouette of the Blue Ridge Mountains marks the horizon, standing as a silent sentinel against the fading light of late afternoon. Within the local borders, Oakton offers accessible green space at Oakborough Square City Park, a central point where the light gathers in the tall trees as the sun begins its descent. Beyond the immediate terrain, the landscape opens into the gentle depressions of The Glade, where the earth seems to hold the evening warmth a little longer than the surrounding ridges.

Oakton grew from the quiet expansion of the Virginia interior, evolving from rural roots into a landscape of modern commerce and suburban life. The local economy thrives on the intellectual labor of the tech corridor, where the daily rhythm is measured by the steady hum of professional industry rather than the turning of crop harvests. While the town maintains a steady pace, the legacy of its past remains visible in the thoughtful arrangement of its neighborhood plots and the enduring preservation of its regional infrastructure. Residents often traverse the nearby Gold Mine Trail, a path that echoes the industrious spirit of those who first settled these woods. Further afield, the Conway-Robinson Memorial State Forest provides a dense canopy of timber, serving as a reminder of the wilder, wooded character that once defined the entire region before the arrival of modern development.

Oakton possesses a cultural temperament that favors quiet industriousness and a grounded, neighborly reserve. The town serves as a gathering point for those who appreciate the intersection of accessible education and a professional, forward-thinking environment. Notable landmarks, such as the well-regarded Oakton High School, reflect the priority placed on academic achievement and the cultivation of local talent. Throughout the year, the community organizes seasonal events that celebrate the specific cadence of the calendar, drawing neighbors together in the open spaces of Oakborough Square City Park. While many accomplished individuals have walked these streets, the spirit of the place remains defined by the collective effort of its residents rather than the fame of any single person. The air here carries a crisp, inland clarity, especially during the transition of seasons, grounding the life of the town in the simple, honest beauty of the Piedmont woods.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Difficult Run Stream Valley Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 323° NW
Oak Marr City Park (Local Park) — 0.7 mi, 241° SW
Rebel Run Property, 9985 Lee Hwy (Local Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 158° S
Bells Bird Sanctuary Park (Nature Reserve) — 2.1 mi, 190° S
National Firearms Museum (Museum) — 2.2 mi, 236° SW
Kiln & Custard (Arts Centre) — 2.4 mi, 052° NE
Freeman House Historic Site (Attraction) — 2.5 mi, 051° NE
Fairfax Museum and Visitors Center (Museum) — 2.5 mi, 180° S
Cinema Arts Theatre (Cinema) — 2.8 mi, 151° SE
Fluffy Rides (Attraction) — 3.3 mi, 248° W
The George Mason Statue (Public Artwork) — 3.5 mi, 187° S
Confucius (Monument) — 3.6 mi, 188° S
Regal Fairfax Towne Center 10 (Cinema) — 3.7 mi, 255° W
Kearny and Stevens Monuments (Monument) — 3.9 mi, 254° W
University Mall Theatres (Theatre) — 3.9 mi, 191° S
St. Francis (Monument) — 4.2 mi, 131° SE
US Arts Center Vienna (Gallery) — 4.3 mi, 073° E
Wolf Trap National Park West Lot (Attraction) — 4.4 mi, 024° NE
Reston Community Players at RCC Center Stage (Theatre) — 5.0 mi, 320° NW
Selfie Wrld (Museum) — 5.1 mi, 060° NE
Pupatella Car (Attraction) — 5.2 mi, 339° N
George Washington Memorial Parkway (National Park) — 7.3 mi, 038° NE · 2,795 acres
Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 16.3 mi, 169° S · 1,268 acres
Mason Neck State Park (State Park) — 16.3 mi, 156° SE
Elizabeth Hartwell Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 17.2 mi, 155° SE · 2,944 acres

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