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Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Dunn Loring–Merrifield

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Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Dunn Loring–Merrifield

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Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Dunn Loring–Merrifield

01:54

30.2km

120m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 19, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 88 m for 66 m

After 11.6 km for 51 m

After 30.1 km for 71 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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8.19 km

Wakefield Park

Highlight • Forest

This 292-acre park is very popular among bird watchers, as it has produced sightings of many different uncommon bird species. It also includes trails that meander along the Accotink Creek.

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11.6 km

Lake Accotink

Highlight • Lake

MTB section of the Accotink loop trail, this part has some roots exposed but any MTB bike can handle them, some nature hikers around so mind your speed around turns. …

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12.2 km

Along Lake Accotink

Highlight (Segment) • Lake

The Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail runs along the shores of Lake Accotink. It is characterized by forest sections and birdwatching areas.

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13.4 km

Accotink Stream Valley Park

Highlight • Trail

Accotink Stream Valley Park is a great place to enjoy trail running in Fairfax County, Virginia. The park offers a variety of trails that are suitable for different skill levels …

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13.7 km

Lake Accotink

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful lake, great place to come with children. Nice playground nearby, woods to play in and restroom facilities.

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14.0 km

Gravel Trail Section at Lake Accotink

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great gravel section, allows for some speed. Can be busy on the weekends with walkers, so be mindful of others.

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15.5 km

Lake Accotink is a 55-acre reservoir situated along Accotink Creek. There are a bunch of trails around the lake (some paved and some dirt/gravel), and the Cross Country Trail through Lake Accotink Park is perfect for running.

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25.5 km

Eakin Park

Highlight • Forest

Eakin Park is a 57-acre park that is set along Accotink Creek. It is a beautiful, wooded area. The Gerry Connolly Cross County Trail cuts through the park.

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30.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.9 km

3.87 km

2.97 km

2.47 km

1.19 km

802 m

Surfaces

21.0 km

4.76 km

4.05 km

378 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Monday 8 June

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Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Dunn Loring–Merrifield

Wakefield Park

Lake Accotink

Along Lake Accotink

Accotink Stream Valley Park

Lake Accotink

Gravel Trail Section at Lake Accotink

Lake Accotink Park

Eakin Park

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