Are dogs allowed on Holmes Run Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Holmes Run Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Holmes Run Trail?

No, Holmes Run Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Holmes Run Trail?

Holmes Run Trail is rated moderate. It is 7.0 miles long with 932 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ModerateOut and Back

Virginia

Holmes Run Trail

Alexandria, Virginia

7.0 mi

Distance

932 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 27m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The current detour is on N Beauregard Street and includes crosses over N Van Dorn Street and the right on N Pegram Avenue to the main trail. There are detour maps for mountain bikes. It is possible to enter the trail at a number of points along the route.

From Wikipedia

The Holmes Run Trail is a partially paved trail that travels through parks northwest along Holmes Run from Cameron Run in Alexandria, Virginia to Annandale Road in Fairfax County, Virginia. The trail travels near the sides of the stream with multiple bridges, some of which are only about a foot higher than the water. The trail consists of two sections that are separated by Lake Barcroft near Columbia Pike in Fairfax County.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:18 ft

Max:68 ft

284 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.