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Holmes Run Scenic Easement
4.3 ★★★★☆ 66 Google reviews · Running trail in Alexandria, Virginia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Holmes Run Scenic Easement'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.
Natural forested area with trails for hiking & biking, plus benches for resting.
What runners say about Holmes Run Scenic Easement
“Beautiful scenic views, we loved the variety of pathways and the large lake in the middle of the park and the beautiful creeks along the way.”
Fun for everyone and the family. We like it. You can workout, stroll, run, a bit of a hike. When it is green, it's amazing. The stream seems to be weakening. The new bridge is amazing and the playgrounds are always fun for the little ones. We are so lucky to live nearby.
Wonderful place to walk and jog and just enjoy being in nature. Beautiful scenic views, we loved the variety of pathways and the large lake in the middle of the park and the beautiful creeks along the way. Highly recommend coming here.
This is a great paved path with nice views of the river. There are occasional playgrounds along the path.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful scenic views, we loved the variety of pathways and the large lake in the middle of the park and the beautiful creeks along the way.”
“This is a great paved path with nice views of the river.”
Plan your run at Holmes Run Scenic Easement
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Websitealexandriava.gov
- Phone(703) 746-4343
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–8 PM |
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