Are ticks a problem in Fairfax?

There have been 18 tick reports near Fairfax, VA, with 0 bites and 18 sightings. The most common species reported is the Unidentified. Check the Tick Map for the latest 2026 tick activity.

What kind of ticks are in Fairfax?

The most commonly reported tick species in Fairfax include Unidentified, Deer Tick. Each species carries different disease risks — see our species guide for identification help.

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Ticks in Fairfax, VA

18 tick reports from the Fairfax, VA area.

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Total Reports

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Bites

Species Found in Fairfax

Unidentified17 (94%)

Deer Tick1 (6%)

Risk: High — carries Lyme disease

Tick Safety in Fairfax

Ticks are active in Fairfax, VA and surrounding areas. The most commonly reported species is the Unidentified, making up 94% of reports.

✓Wear light-colored clothing when walking in wooded areas or tall grass
✓Use EPA-registered tick repellent (DEET, picaridin, or IR3535)
✓Do a full-body tick check after being outdoors — especially behind ears, hairline, and waistband
✓Shower within 2 hours of coming inside
✓If bitten, remove the tick with fine-tipped tweezers and monitor for symptoms for 30 days