Near Appomattox River Park Loop
Sunset over the Appomattox River.
Near Appomattox River Park Loop
The sun sets over the Appomattox River.
Near Appomattox River Park Loop
An overlook pier lets you peer out over the waters of the Appomattox.
Near Appomattox River Park Loop
Cameron Bridge near the trailhead of the Appomattox River Regional Park trail network.

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Appomattox River Park Loop

4.7 (3 Ratings)
A tough and tight little park for a winding and fun hike.
1.4
mi
Distance
106
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekViewsWildlife
Access Issues
Park is open from dawn to dusk.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.4mi
Distance
106ft
Elevation Gain
106ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
91ft
High Point
4ft
Low Point
Path Type
Loop
Description
ARPR is a hard to find park, but it has some great ups and downs. There is an overlook pier to get a quick break or that awesome sunset/sunrise photo. This hike incorporates the Perimeter Trail along with the Green Trail to make it a big loop of the park. There is a small boardwalk at the canoe launch point that will lead you to the Perimeter Trail; if you find yourself hiking up the paved road, you didn't go far enough.
History & Background
The park was started in 2003 at 20 acres with about a mile of trail and has grown to about 50 acres and four trails.

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Contributors
Omar Delgado