Loop 1

This short 0.6 mile loop is relatively flat with some roots along the path. The loop is frequently visited by people in the birding community for its abundance in bird species including woodpeckers, Bald Eagles, owls and migratory waterfowl. The trail begins by hiking over a small wooden foot-bridge. The loop begins and ends here so you can go left or right. By taking a right you begin by hiking along the swamps of Stumpy Lake. There is an abundance of cypress trees. Waterfowl, egrets and herons are seen along this section of the trail. About 0.2 miles into the trail you'll encounter a footbridge built by boy scouts. After the footbridge the low lying areas of the swamp to your right begin to disappear as you enter into more hardwood forest. Halfway through the loop turn left to stay on Loop 1 (Loop 2 continues straight). Stay on Loop 1 until you reach another intersection. Take a right for Loop 2. Take a left to stay on Loop 1. You'll go through a few large groves of Paw-Paw trees. The trail continues back to the trailhead. This trail is wide and mulched in some areas. Along the trail there is an abundance of roots so watch your footing. This is trail is adopted by the Urban Trail Blazers and managed by Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation.