The Top 20 Attractions around South Run
There are plenty of places to see and visit around South Run. Whether you love hiking or cycling, South Run is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 11, 2025
Lake Mercer
Highlight • Lake
A truly lovely place where people can spend time with friends or their family.
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Burke Lake Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
Burke Lake Trail wraps around Burke Lake and is recognized as one of the top 10 fitness trails in the nation by the American Hiking Society. This 4.7-mile loop trail …
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Wakefield MTB Trail System
Highlight • MTB Park
A little trailsystem that has the perfect amount of difficulty for intermediate riders. If you are a beginner and you want to try the trailsystem in Wakefield Park, then choose …
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Lake Accotink
Highlight • Lake
Beautiful lake, great place to come with children. Nice playground nearby, woods to play in and restroom facilities.
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Cross County Trail — Lake Accotink Section
Highlight • Trail
MTB section of the Accotink loop trail, this part has some roots exposed but any MTB bike can handle them, some nature hikers around so mind your speed around turns. …
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White Loop
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
A flat, forested trail that is easy to follow. You can choose to turn right to explore a more secluded and wooded area of Occoquan Reservoir or continue on to …
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Lake Accotink Park
Highlight • Lake
Lake Accotink is a 55-acre reservoir situated along Accotink Creek. There are a bunch of trails around the lake (some paved and some dirt/gravel), and the Cross Country Trail through Lake Accotink Park is perfect for running.
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Fallen tree at Hemlock Overlook Regional Park
Highlight • Natural Monument
Hemlock Overlook Regional Park is a hilly 400-acre park in Virginia. A lot of the views and historical features are found along the hiking trails, which are a mixture of paved paths and singletrack trails.
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Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge
Highlight • Lake
Vesper Island State Waterfowl Refuge is only accessible by boat, as it is an island within Burke Lake. However, it is visible from Burke Lake Trail and there is ample opportunities to spot the birds around the island from afar.
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Accotink Stream Valley Park
Highlight • Trail
Accotink Stream Valley Park is a great place to enjoy trail running in Fairfax County, Virginia. The park offers a variety of trails that are suitable for different skill levels …
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Turning Point Suffragist Memorial
Highlight • Monument
Situated in Occoquan Regional Park, Lorton, Virginia, the Turning Point Suffragist Memorial honors American suffragists. Positioned near the Occoquan Workhouse, where 168 suffragists were detained during the 1910s Silent Sentinels …
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