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Let's go for New Year's Day hike in Leesylvania State Park!

❶ What we'll do:

  • To get started, we'll depart from the front of the Visitor Center, walk southeast to the shoreline, and follow the Potomac Trail (yellow) northeast along the shoreline past Picnic Shelter #1 almost to the Fishing Pier, circle around the Lighthorse Harry Lee Monument, and return to the trail junction in front of the Visitor Center. The surface is a mix of gravel and paved paths and is fairly flat. This part is a short loop of only about 0.67 miles and should take 20-30 minutes.
  • After picking up anyone who may have arrived late, we'll walk southeast back to the shoreline and follow the shoreline southwest along the Potomac Trail (yellow), Bushey Point Trail (green), Powell's Creek Trail (purple), and the Potomac Heritage Trail (blue) to a hilltop northwest of the park entrance before turning around and retracing our steps to the Visitor Center. The surface is a mix of dirt, gravel, and paved paths, with a boardwalk near the railroad bridge, and about 200 feet of elevation gain. This part is out-and-back, about 3.83 miles, and should take around an hour and a half.
  • The total distance is about 4.5 miles and should take about 2 hours. This is an easy hike.
  • Google trail map: https://tinyurl.com/26uwtw2m

❷ How to get there:

  • Driving: From I-95 South, take Exit 156 and drive east on Dale Boulevard (VA 784) to US 1 South. Turn right onto US 1, then turn left onto Neasbco Road (VA 610 E) and drive 1.5 miles to the park entrance. Turn right onto Daniel Ludwig Drive and follow it through the woods, under a railroad bridge overpass, and along the shoreline. Continue straight past the sign for the Breakwater Store, and the Visitor Center parking lot will be to your right. See https://goo.gl/maps/r39uf7MovDyCtaxJA
  • Sorry, this is not a Metro-accessible hike.

❸ Weather: The forecast is mostly sunny and a high of 35F, with a very slight chance of showers and 10-12 mph NW winds. Updates here: https://tinyurl.com/yukrpku3

❹ What to bring: Water, comfy shoes, your furry friend (leashes please). Cool shades and the layered look with gloves and wind protection are recommended.

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 Cost: None! The normal $10 per vehicle parking fee is waived!

❼ Notes:

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