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Folly Lick Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 64 Google reviews · Running trail in Herndon, Virginia · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- 3.2 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Folly Lick Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Wooded park featuring paved and unpaved trails for hikers, dog walkers and runners, plus a creek.
What runners say about Folly Lick Park
“The path is well maintained and is a great way to walk through nature just a short walk from our home.”
“The forest is beautiful, mostly clean, has lots of wildflowers and interesting plants.”
“Shaded wide path with friendly dog walkers and those out for a stroll.”
“We love walking our dog down the back trails and the kids love the creek.”
This small park is a gem. 💯natural. Me and my husband are planning to go for a walk often
A nice walk with friends, family, or your pets. Plenty of shade through the woods and cool near the creek.
Beautiful park to enjoy nature walks and trail runs, get out and enjoy it.
We love walking the paths of Folly Lick Park. The path is well maintained and is a great way to walk through nature just a short walk from our home. It's a joy to hear all of the bird song and see the many other creatures and plants thriving along the stream.
Trail conditions & character
“The only downtick was that the asphalt is breaking up in lot of places due to tree roots.”
“A great walk through a wooded feeder creek valley that empties into the Potomac.”
“We love walking our dog down the back trails and the kids love the creek.”
“The only downtick was that the asphalt is breaking up in lot of places due to tree roots.”
Plan your run at Folly Lick Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Distance3.2 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitefairfaxcounty.gov
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–8 pm |
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