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The best running trails in Amherst County

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Running in Amherst County is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Amherst County—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: December 10, 2025

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1. James River Overlook loop from Linkhorne

12.5km

01:19

140m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Running loop from Daniels Hill

15.6km

01:40

200m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Hollins Mill Park loop from Linkhorne

11.4km

01:18

100m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Terrapin Mountain loop from Big Island

15.3km

02:18

720m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Hollins Mill Park loop from Lynchburg

20.8km

02:15

240m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6. Old Turntable Location loop from Lynchburg

11.3km

01:11

100m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Pompey Peak loop from Buena Vista

35.5km

04:36

1,230m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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8. Lake Hydaway loop from Richland Hills

11.3km

01:23

280m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Running loop from Bocock

11.2km

01:26

270m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. James River Overlook – Old Turntable Location loop from Daniels Hill

8.33km

00:53

100m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Amherst County

1. James River Overlook loop from Linkhorne

2. Running loop from Daniels Hill

3. Hollins Mill Park loop from Linkhorne

4. Terrapin Mountain loop from Big Island

5. Hollins Mill Park loop from Lynchburg

6. Old Turntable Location loop from Lynchburg

7. Pompey Peak loop from Buena Vista

8. Lake Hydaway loop from Richland Hills

9. Running loop from Bocock

10. James River Overlook – Old Turntable Location loop from Daniels Hill

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