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Features
Birding · Fall Colors · Historical Significance · Lake · River/Creek · Views · Wildlife
Overview
This run consists of three sections of trail within First Landing State Park. The "Narrows" section of
Cape Henry Trail is comprised of water views and some sand sections. A small road section will connect to the
Long Creek Trail.
The
Long Creek Trail will provide some rolling hills while maneuvering small roots. Returning on the
Osprey Trail, the trail runs along Broad Bay with beach running and water views. Finishing on the "Narrows" again back to the start/finish area.
Need to Know
Parking fees range from $5-10 depending on the day and season. Bring cash in case gate is unattended. Hours are Dawn to Dusk.
Runner Notes
Trail consists of sand, hills, roots, and occasional tidal flooding.
Description
The run begins on the "Narrows" section of the
Cape Henry Trail near the boat ramp. Run 1.1 miles to a small parking lot off Lake Susan Constant. Make a left onto the road to cross over to the
Long Creek Trail 0.2 miles on the right.
0.16 miles from the trailhead turn right and then a left to stay on Long Creek. Follow Long Creek until reaching the
Osprey Trail, turning left.
Osprey Trail starts the return trip home. Osprey will connect back to the 64th Street. Turn left on the road and then right at the parking lot to return on the "Narrows" back to parking lot near the boat ramp.
Flora & Fauna
The park is known for its abundance of wildlife and views. First Landing has many habitats including bald cypress swamps, lagoons and maritime forest, as well as rare plants and wildlife.
History & Background
The park is named for the colonist that first landed in 1607.
Contacts
Shared By:
Mark Manny
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