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Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Lorton (Auto Train)

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Bike touring routes & trails

Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Lorton (Auto Train)

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Along Lake Accotink – Lake Accotink loop from Lorton (Auto Train)

02:41

39.9km

340m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 22.1 km for 51 m

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Start point

Train Station

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3.11 km

Stepping Stones

Highlight • Bridge

Throughout the trail you will encounter many of these stream crossings with neat stepping stone pylons to help you get across. Be mindful that during heavy rains, the current can get quite strong and make crossing much more difficult.

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16.1 km

Accotink Stream Valley Park

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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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16.8 km

Lake Accotink

Lake

17.4 km

Harder trails near the railroad tracks

Highlight • Trail

Lots of verticality on this path, fallen trees, and steep drop-offs. Be careful!

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19.1 km

Forest Trails at Lake Accotink

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The trail system at Lake Accotink features six miles of mostly intermediate singletrack. If this is not enough just head over to Wakefield Park and connect both trail system to a big loop.

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21.9 km

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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22.1 km

Lake Accotink

Highlight • Lake

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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