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Outdoor Trails

4.6 ★★★★★ 48 Google reviews · Running trail in Lynchburg, Virginia · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shade
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Confirmed from Outdoor Trails' 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.

Lit at night

Shop offering camping gear, backpacks and clothing for outdoor activities like hiking and climbing.

What runners say about Outdoor Trails

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (48 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

Outdoor trails is an exceptional store for those who do remote work or are avid campers and hikers. In my case, I didnt have time to wait for back ordered goods for a trip into a very cold part of eastern Europe. I was fortunate to be referred here.

★★★★★ — Nathan , Dec 2022

Great place for outdoor needs. Awesome owners and sales associate that are super knowledgeable. Not to mention, they have delicious trail snacks and meals!!

★★★★★ — William , Dec 2021

I have been out of the long trek backpacking scene for many years now. Today the wife and I decided to go to outdoor trails get some new bags to get ready for the upcoming spring season. The selection, help from the associate (im so sorry I didn't catch his name!) And price point were great!

★★★★★ — Dustin , Dec 2025

Very knowledgeable staff. I learned more about hiking shoes during my visit in 30 minutes than I ever thought! Very factual and trying to make the customer feel comfortable about what they need. Refreshing!

★★★★★ — Crispin , Feb 2019

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 48 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

💡 Lit for night running 2 mentions

“We will definitely be back to upgrade to some ultra light gear in the future!”

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The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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.
  • LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
  • Websiteoutdoortrails.com
  • Phone(434) 386-4302

Hours

Monday 10 AM–6 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–6 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–6 PM
Thursday 10 AM–6 PM
Friday 10 AM–6 PM
Saturday 10 AM–6 PM
Sunday Closed

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Outdoor Trails

4925 Boonsboro Rd #2, Lynchburg, VA 24503

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.