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Sweet Run State Park Hike

Sweet Run State Park has seven different loops of intertwining trails. With a wildlife pond, historic homesteads, wetlands, and Piney Run, this area offers something for everyone. Make sure to bring your camera, because there are pictures around every corner at the Sweet Run State Park.

All the trails are accessed from the main trailhead, 100 yards from the parking area where the gravel road splits to the right. With multiple different circuits possible, from the shorter 1.8 mile Farmstead Loop passing a wildlife pond, valley views, two old homesteads, and several pastures, to combining that circuit with several of the higher mountain loops to form a 6.2 mile perimeter hike.

Piney Run passes through the middle of the property, on its way to the Potomac River. The run has a beautiful lunch spot on a small island where the Old Bridge Trail crosses it, as well as a large wetlands area that is visible from both the Piney Spur Trail, and Legacy Loop.

But whichever combination of trails you decide to do, make sure to print the trail map, as you might miss something beautiful in this labyrinth.

Explore 32 trails near Neersville, VA

Know Before You Go

  • Sweet Run State Park in Neersville, VA, offers 5.6 miles of hiking with diverse scenery including a wildlife pond, historic homesteads, wetlands, and Piney Run.
  • The park features interconnected trail loops ranging from 1.8 to 6.2 miles, accessible from the main trailhead, allowing for customizable hikes.
  • A printed trail map is recommended to navigate the intertwining paths and fully appreciate the park's scenic highlights like the Old Bridge Trail lunch spot and wetlands.
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Distance
5.6 mi
Difficulty
Moderate
Type
Loop
Est. Time
2.8 hrs
Elev. Gain
736'
Rating
3.2
Added
April 03, 2025
Updated
April 06, 2025

Weather Forecast

Overnight
Low 15°F
Heavy Snow
Sunday
High 24°F
Heavy Snow
Sunday Night
Low 16°F
Sleet
Monday
High 28°F
Slight Chance Light Snow then Mostly Sunny
Monday Night
Low 0°F
Mostly Clear
Tuesday
High 27°F
Sunny
Tuesday Night
Low 4°F
Partly Cloudy
Wednesday
High 22°F
Mostly Sunny
Wednesday Night
Low 3°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Snow
Thursday
High 20°F
Slight Chance Light Snow then Mostly Sunny
Thursday Night
Low 2°F
Mostly Clear
Friday
High 20°F
Mostly Sunny
Friday Night
Low 5°F
Partly Cloudy
Saturday
High 24°F
Mostly Sunny
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Total Change
197'
Ascent
736'
Descent
730'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs
Water Source

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    39.29388, -77.724953
  2. Main Trailhead

    39.294117, -77.724967

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Hazards

Snakes (Rattlesnakes, Copperheads, others)
Poison Ivy or Poison Oak

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

Trip Reports (Reviews)

Rated 3.21 out of 5 based on 19 ratings.

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By: SB
5.6 miles / 9.0 km
October 07, 2018
The hike was decent enough and the trails were maintained well enough but they were not clearly marked. There were blazes but no indication which trail was which. I came to a couple of intersections and all there would be was a sign with the equestrian symbol and nothing else which did not help me decipher which way I was supposed to go. I had a copy of the trail map and all the trails intersect so more clearly marked signs would have been very helpful. Also, unfortunately due to all the rain we've received the trails are still very muddy and some were even flooded. Still a very pretty place to saunter thru the woods.
Legacy Review
By: aldikuma
5.6 miles / 9.0 km
November 18, 2016
The signage is good, directing you to two parking areas - one by the gardens and one a bit further down the road and down the hill across from the trailhead. The trails are well marked and maintained and it's easy to navigate, with not much elevation change. The ponds and historic cabins are a nice break in the scenery, and there's a few camping spots to take a break if you need. Overall, this wasn't a bad hike as you get the solitude and quiet, but I didn't feel a good vibe here. Perhaps it was the fresh chicken head placed at the trailhead (sad), or the burgundy sedan that sped me off the narrow road as I was leaving, or the fact that you can only hike between 10am-3pm on most days Oct-Nov due to hunting (BE SURE you follow this timeframe carefully), but I won't be returning. Ironically, I didn't see one deer or any other wildlife the entire time I was out here, and I hiked most of it.
Legacy Review
By: Rob
5.6 miles / 9.0 km
July 02, 2016
Very pleasant and secluded hike. Not challenging at all but nice, thick, dense forest next to a pleasant creek.
Legacy Review
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