Long Branch Stream Trail (Rating: D)

Long Branch Stream Trail (Rating: D)

MUST DO: You must read the following https://nvhc.com/CovidDocument.pdf and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike. "Yes" or "Oaky" are not sufficient.

BASICS: This is a 5-mile out-and-back trail near Annandale, Virginia with 100 feet elevation. Trail follows Long Branch Stream and is mostly paved or hard pack gravel but can be muddy in spots after a rain. There are two road crossings. We will hike at an average of 2.8 mph as clocked on this hike previously. Dogs are welcome but must be on a 6-foot leash.

MEET: We will meet at Canterbury Woods Park & Ride on Wakefield Chapel Rd just north of Braddock Rd. If parking lot is full there is street parking along Wakefield Chapel.
Please arrive by 8:15AM to check in with hike leader. We will leave promptly at 8:30AM.

RESTROOM: There are no restroom facilities at parking lot or along hiking trail.

DATE: Thursday, March 16, 2023
8:30AM - 10:30AM

DOG POLICY: Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. **[https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy ](https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy)**Dogs must be on a 6-foot leash as this is an urban hike.

COVID-19 safety measures
COVID-19 vaccination required
Event will be outdoor
The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event. Meetup is not responsible for ensuring, and will not independently verify, that these precautions are followed.

PARKING AND TRAIL HEAD:
Canterbury Woods Park - Park & Ride
5018 Wakefield Chapel Rd, Annandale, VA 22003

See you on the trail,
Joanne Arnold 571-213-0216 (c)
Sharon Morris 571-215-6517 (c)
Tom Morris 571-776-9021 (c)

RATING: D

HIKE ROUND UP: Meet at 8:15AM at Canterbury Woods Park & Ride lot. We will begin hiking promptly at 8:30AM.

Parking Fee: $0.00
Park Entry Fee: $0.00