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Meadowlark Connector Trail
4.3 ★★★★☆ 21 Google reviews · Running trail in Vienna, Virginia · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Meadowlark Connector Trail'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.
What runners say about Meadowlark Connector Trail
I've lived in Reston for a while but just started riding a bicycle recently and these trails are such a gift. You don't have to worry about traffic or congestion. It's just very pretty. I was told you could go a lot farther.
A nice little branch off the W&OD Trail that connects you to both Meadowlark Park and Wolf Trap and surrounding trails. There are portions that are directly on the road, but fairly easy to ride and with light car traffic. The trail is quite hilly, so you will feel your legs.
In the spring the birds sing. In the fall the trees are colorful. In the summer it is humid. The winter is a sheet of snow with bunny trails.
The connector Trail with the foot /bike bridge opens up the W&OD trail to several neighborhoods that were previously unreachable. And walkers /riders on the W&OD now have access to the lovely Meadowlark Regional Park. A win-win for all.
Trail conditions & character
Plan your run at Meadowlark Connector Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
Running trails near Vienna
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