Turkey Run & Langley Oaks Parks--4.2 miles; 6 stream & gulch crossings

A slow-moving, moderate-to-difficult hike through close-in Turkey Run Park on the George Washington Parkway. Will be on shady, dirt trails that cross Turkey Run, Dead Run, and some gulches, and detour into Langley Oaks Park next door. Expect:
-hills;
-several wide stream crossings on rocks; -two difficult gulch crossings on a log or board using ropes;
-wooden stairs; and
-a section of the Potomac Heritage Trail along the Potomac riverbank.

Though the hike distance is short, the multiple stream crossings and gulch crossings are challenging and will take time. For the water crossings, hiking poles are recommended. Be prepared to be adventurous!

Required: Hiking boots or sturdy hiking shoes, lots of water. Recommended: hiking poles, sunblock, insect repellent, rain gear.
Average pace: 2.0 mph
AllTrails: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/virginia/turkey-run-and-potomac-heritage-trail?u=i&sh=fuqxr6

Meeting time: Gather in C-1 parking lot at 10:00 to sign in and begin hike at 10:15. If you can't make the hike, please cancel your RSVP by 6 pm the night before to allow others on the waiting list to join.

Meeting point: Parking lot C-1, Turkey Run Park. Exit from the George Washington Parkway in either direction. The exit is north of Chain Bridge and south of the I-495 Beltway and is currently well marked. However, allow plenty of time for construction delays on the Parkway! Speed limit is 40 mph, only one lane is open in each direction, and traffic could be backed up during rush hour. (Note that we meet at 10:00, not 9:45, to help avoid traffic.)
GPS coordinates for C-1 parking lot: 38.964441, -77.153138

Park entrance fee: none
Facilities: NO bathrooms; the park's restrooms are closed and boarded up

Contact: Use Comments section for routine comments and questions. Hike Leader is Amber 703-231-5978.

RSVP: Sign-up ends at 6:00 pm the night before the hike. Please do not show up unregistered. If possible, cancel by the same deadline.

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