Lake Accotink Park – Springfield

Event Info: https://www.meetup.com/alexandria-walking-group/events/315219180/?eventOrigin=city_events_this_weekend

Let’s go for a hike at Lake Accotink Park!

❶ What we’ll do:

• Starting from the railroad trestle at the foot of the dam, we’ll walk clockwise around the lake. The total distance is 4 miles and should take about an a hour and a half, so we should finish before noon. The trail is a mix of fine gravel and paved paths, with a short stretch on sidewalks halfway through the walk. There may be some patches of snow and ice and snow left from Winter Storm Fern. There are some inclines here and there, but overall it’s pretty flat.
• Google map: http://tinyurl.com/zk8qo6n

❷ How to get there: From I-95, take Old Keene Mill Road west. (If you are coming from Franconia, note that Franconia Road becomes Old Keene Mill Road in Springfield.) Turn right on Hanover Avenue and drive north about a mile. Turn left onto Highland Street and drive west about a quarter of a mile to a slight right turn onto Accotink Park Road. Follow Accotink Park Road and watch for the entrance to the park on the left; then follow the road through the woods to the parking lot by the railroad trestle at the foot of the dam. See https://goo.gl/maps/UodjwqQx1MH2

❸ What to bring: Water, comfy shoes with some tread on them, and your furry friend if desired (leashes please).

❹ Weather: The forecast is partly cloudy and a high of 86F, with light W winds and a 10% chance of showers. Updates: https://tinyurl.com/y6o9tgqq

❺ Advisory: As a reminder, this is an adult group, and you are ultimately responsible for your own safety and well-being during events. No one under 18 years of age is allowed at this event, either as members or as guests, to include babies in carriers and/or strollers.

❻ Administrative stuff: There are public restrooms and drinking fountains near the park marina.

❼ Notes:

• Lake Accotink Park, 7500 Accotink Park Rd, Springfield, VA 22150, 703-569-3464. http://tinyurl.com/d928nn9
• Park Trails: http://tinyurl.com/y7mn8h3r

Lake Accotink Park