ALGONKIAN REGIONAL PARK On the tree-lined banks of the Potomac River in Sterling, this 838-acre park has miles of paved and natural trails through woodland and open fields, the highlight a section of cliffs overlooking the river. There are 12 rustic winterized cabins for rent, perfect for catching bright sunrises and blazing sunsets. BANSHEE REEKS NATURE PRESERVE This little-known 725-acre preserve south of Leesburg features more than 20 miles of marked trails through dense woodland in the rolling hills and valleys along Goose Creek. Hikers will see a diverse range of forest wildlife and natural flora, which are protected by the park’s Nature Preserve designation. POTOMAC HERITAGE NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL The Loudoun section of this national scenic trail connects hikers and cyclists to four parks in and around Leesburg, notably Red Rock Wilderness Overlook on the Potomac River, Civil War battlefield site Ball’s Bluff Regional Park, historic Morven Park and the 69-acre Rust Sanctuary wilderness. SWEET RUN STATE PARK Loudoun’s only state park, this 844-acre greenspace nestled between the Blue Ridge and Short Hill mountains features 11 miles of hiking trails, nine miles of equestrian trails, two streams, dense forest and a rugged stretch of the world-famous Appalachian Trail. EXPLORE MORE parks and trails at VisitLoudoun.org Bears Den Scenic Overlook SECOND NATURE COFFEE CO Leesburg Mile Marker 33 JOE’S CAFÉ Sterling Mile Marker 24 LOUDOUN’S EASTERN TRAILHEAD Sterling, VA THE WINE’ING BUTCHER MARKET Ashburn Mile Marker 29 59 | Official Visitors Guide
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