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Spotsylvania County Virginia Central Trail
4.2 ★★★★☆ 12 Google reviews · Running trail in Fredericksburg, Virginia · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 1.2 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Spotsylvania County Virginia Central 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 Spotsylvania County Virginia Central Trail
“If you park at Harrison Park, this paved road is great for running or biking.”
Great walking path that smells wonderful this time of year. This path is paved so it's great for anyone. The path goes from Salem church road all the way to Harrison road and then crosses it and keeps going to Gordon rd.
A shady place to take the dogs for a walk when it’s sunny and warm. Bring your own water and bowls, though. It’s usually quiet here, with few people and even fewer dogs.
It's a nice trail to walk with family. Its got an area for calisthenics, and is a very peaceful little trail for bicycling or running. For those of you not familiar with the area, you can park your vehicle at the Harrison Road Park.
Paved path but split into 2 sections main section and then the smaller section has you crossing a cross walk
Trail conditions & character
“Paved path but split into 2 sections main section and then the smaller section has you crossing a cross walk”
“Enjoyable walk with the dog and the path is shaded so it's really nice.”
Plan your run at Spotsylvania County Virginia Central Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance1.2 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitespotsylvania.va.us
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