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Last updated: September 30, 2025

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1. Difficult Run Trail loop via Cross County Trail — Great Falls Park

12.2km

03:13

110m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Lake Fairfax Park loop — Reston

15.3km

03:58

100m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Lake Anne loop — Reston

2.64km

00:42

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Runnymede Park loop — Herndon

6.29km

01:36

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Hiking loop from Cooktown

15.8km

04:03

70m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best walks and hikes around Reston

1. Difficult Run Trail loop via Cross County Trail — Great Falls Park

2. Lake Fairfax Park loop — Reston

3. Lake Anne loop — Reston

4. Runnymede Park loop — Herndon

5. Hiking loop from Cooktown

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