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Lake Mercer – Viewing area for Lake Mercer loop from South Run

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Lake Mercer – Viewing area for Lake Mercer loop from South Run

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(2796)

14,525

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Lake Mercer – Viewing area for Lake Mercer loop from South Run

01:04

10.2km

60m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 29, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

1.36 km

Wagon Trail Lane

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Wagon Trail Lane is a paved path in a tunnel of trees, and a popular paved path to visit at Lake Mercer Park.

Tip by

2

3.15 km

Lake Mercer

Highlight • Lake

A truly lovely place where people can spend time with friends or their family.

Tip by

3

3.20 km

Viewing area for Lake Mercer

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lake Mercer is a picturesque lake surrounded by woods and 5.6 miles of paved trails. A great view of the lake is from this dammed area. It's a great spot for a bike ride with kids as well.

Tip by

4

7.05 km

South Run Park

Highlight • Rest Area

South Run District Park is a large local park in Springfield, Virginia. The South Run Rec Center is located here along with several ball fields, an indoor soccer field, a playground, and a zip-line/adventure park. This is a nice place to pause along your ride if you need to use the bathroom or refill a water bottle.

Tip by

B

10.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.46 km

1.11 km

586 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.71 km

3.04 km

799 m

574 m

128 m

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