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James River Greenway Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
A short, paved trail that leads visitors alongside Lake Springfield.
0.8
mi
Distance
7
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsLakeLakefrontRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Open dawn to dusk. If you drive into the park be aware that the gates are locked at dusk.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.8mi
Distance
7ft
Elevation Gain
48ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
1,192ft
High Point
1,144ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This route is a short journey on a paved trail. The way will be mostly flat, except for the first 300 yards which is quite steep. Follows the edge of the lake then cuts across grassy fields to the boathouse. The boathouse has toilets and other facilities, but it's not always open. In the summer months, you can rent kayaks there.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Phil Dexter