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Liberty Mtn Trail System - Mike Donahue Trailhead
4.5 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Running trail in Lynchburg, Virginia · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Liberty Mtn Trail System - Mike Donahue Trailhead'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.
Trails for hiking and mountain biking, running and walking, plus a bike-repair station.
What runners say about Liberty Mtn Trail System - Mike Donahue Trailhead
Named after a local runner, whom many of us knew personally, Mike Donahue passed away in the line of duty. The trail is to memorialize him and you'll see number 82, his fav number, as markers along the trail. A great trail for both runners and hikers.
We stopped by on our way home from a grocery pickup. The 1.2 miles was a pleasant outing before predicted snow and colder weather was to come. The trail was enjoyable.
Part of me wants to rate this low just to keep it to ourselves. Fantastic place for a hike with the dog or moutain biking. Great trail system with all difficulty levels.
Rocky mountaintop trails. Various skill level needed. Bike repair station at Mike Donahue trailhead.
Trail conditions & character
“Most of the hills are also pretty rocky or have lots of roots.”
“Exceptional place for sunset views and commanding views of Sharp Top mountain and the Blue Ridge.”
“Great trails for mountain biking there are things for every skill level from flat loops to step climbs and down hills with jumps and features.”
“Great trails for mountain biking there are things for every skill level from flat loops to step climbs and down hills with jumps and features.”
Plan your run at Liberty Mtn Trail System - Mike Donahue Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
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