Burke Lake Park! An Easy 7 Mile Sneaker Friendly Social Hike
- March 24 · 9:30 AM
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Burke Lake: An Easy 7 Mile Social Sneaker Hike!
Burke Lake Park is Located Some 20 Miles Southwest of Washington in Fairfax County
Burke Lake Park consists of a 220-acre man-made lake enveloped by almost 700 acres of woodlands remarkably, much of the 40-year-old, county-managed park remains undeveloped and unvisited. Its main path primarily follows the lakeshore, so that hikers encounter few other people. This hike is a 1.35 mile jaunt from South Run park to the entrance of Burke Lake Park. The trail around Burke Lake is a 5.1-mile loop consisting of most of the lakeshore path followed by a brief detour. You’ll spend most of your trail time in the woods, surrounded by young oaks and other deciduous trees, as well as a scattering of conifers. In the warm-season months, expect to have wildflowers and birds for company (the island in the lake is a state waterfowl refuge). You may even see a deer or two on the path from South Run to Burke Lake. Hiking boots are not necessary for this hike as sneakers will do just fine.
Trail Information
Activity Type: Hiking
Nearby City: Annandale
Scenery: Woodlands and lake glimpses
Length: 7.35 total miles
Elevation Gain: Minimal
Exposure: Mostly shady; less so in winter
Trail Type: Loop
Skill Level: Easy
Trail Surface: Mostly paved, some fine gravel; some dirt and sand.
Season: Year-round
Local Maps: USGS Fairfax
Topo Map: Burke Lake Park Topographic Map
Facilities: Toilets, water, phones at marina; toilets off trail at campground, picnic area
Our RSVP Policies and Group Etiquette
Click Here if interested in reviewing our RSVP policies and group etiquette
Weather Information
We hike rain or shine. Click here for up to the minute weather information for the trailhead!
Carpool Information
Baltimore Area Carpool
To carpool or caravan, people can arrange to meet at Savage Station. You should post that on the Comments section. Click here for directions to Savage Station.
If you can drive or want to carpool from any locations such as the DC area, please post your location and needs in the comment section below. Click here for suggested carpool locations complete with directions. For those who need a ride, reach out to the drivers. Make friends, and support the environment - by just offering a ride!
Directions to the Trailhead
Click Here for Directions to where we meet for this hike.
Hike is at 9:30 a.m.
Carpool Meetup Time from Savage is 8:00 a.m.
Gear Information Click here for suggestions for what to wear and what not to wear for our hikes.
Please remember we are a social hiking group that values fellowship and camaraderie and practice good hike etiquette. We take breaks as necessary and have at least one guide in the front in addition to a "sweeper" which helps ensure no hiker is left behind. If you get upset because someone has to rest at the top of a hill etc. then find another group! We are very supportive, encouraging, and focus on safety while getting or staying fit on the trail and practicing leaving no trace.
Fido is Welcome on this Hike!
Please take the hike leaders number with you and enjoy the hike
Justin C.: [masked]
Kellie C.: [masked]
Bill M.: [masked]
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Lynn
I am so sorry for this last minute change. I really wanted to do this walk. I hope you have a great time & I wish I was there.
March 23
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Kellie Carlisle
How to Move from the Wait list to a “Yes” - If you are on the wait list, you will get an e-mail as slots become available. It is a “first come first serve” system for available slots. Slots are open to everyone, whether on the wait list or not. However, being on the wait list will make certain that you are notified when open slots become available as well as letting me know to look for another leader if the trails (and parking) can accommodate it and still comply with our Leave No Trace pledge. Click the following link for how to get off the wait list and RSVP “yes”, http://www.midatlantichiking.co...
Please don't hesitate to contact me if you need further assistance as that is what I am here for.March 22
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Beda Jean-Francois
please let me know if any one is traveling from Rockville & would like to carpool. Many thanks!
March 15
14 attended
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Justin Carlisle
Certified Hike Leader and Wilderness Medical First Responder, Co-Organizer
Event Host
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Mike H.
Certified Hike Leader and Wilderness Medical First Responder, Co-Organizer
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Your organizer's refund policy for Burke Lake Park! An Easy 7 Mile Sneaker Friendly Social Hike
Refunds offered if:
- the Meetup is cancelled
- the Meetup is rescheduled
- you can cancel at least 2 day(s) before the Meetup
Additional notes: Refund only if you cancel 48 hours PRIOR to the start time of the hike..
Payments you make go to the organizer, not to Meetup. You must make refund requests to the organizer.
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