Spotted Lanternfly inAlexandria, VASPOTTED LANTERNFLY GUIDE
Alexandria's historic waterfront, Four Mile Run, and extensive Tree of Heaven in stream valleys have led to heavy SLF establishment. The dense urban landscape makes neighbor coordination essential.
Where it's showing up
Key Neighborhoods
Highest activity zones
SLF Hotspots
Four Mile Run stream valley
Active zone
Old Town waterfront
Active zone
Cameron Run corridor
Active zone
Route 1 corridor
Active zone
Eisenhower Ave area
Active zone
Primary SLF food source
Tree of Heaven in Alexandria, VA
Four Mile Run ToH removal is underway in Alexandria but populations remain large. Old Town sightings spike August–October on waterfront restaurants. VA quarantine was lifted March 2025, confirming statewide establishment.
Identify Tree of Heaven →Local action resources
What To Do in Alexandria, VA
Report a Sighting
Every sighting in Alexandria, VA maps the invasion front. Report directly to Virginia VDACS.
Report Now →Squish on Sight
See a spotted lanternfly? Kill it immediately — it is legal and encouraged in all states. Learn the best kill methods.
Full Fight Guide →Map ToH in Your Block
Tree of Heaven removal cuts off SLF food supply. Add ToH sightings to the community map to guide removal efforts.
View Sighting Map →Statewide resources
Full VA State Guide
County-level data, quarantine zones, treatment guides, and agency resources for the entire state.
See the full VA guide →Community intelligence
Live Sighting Map
See where SLF has been spotted near you in Alexandria, VA. Add your own sighting to help map the front.
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