Trails of Blackwater Creek
Lynchburg is home to a beautiful network of earthen and paved trails that run through the Blackwater Creek Natural Area. Although many residents and visitors are familiar only with the trails of Blackwater Creek, there are many trails alongside the creek and beyond to explore, including:
- Blackwater Creek Trail
- Point of Honor Trail
- Kemper Station Trail
- Creekside Trail
- Ruskin Freer Loop
- Blackwater Creek Natural Area
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RiverWalk Trail
RiverWalk offers visitors a quick transition from urban trail to scenic nature walk. RiverWalk takes visitors through Lynchburg’s historic downtown then over the bridge to scenic Percival’s Island and eventually into Amherst County, where visitors are surrounded by the sights and sounds of the James River.
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Alpine Trail
The Alpine Trail was the first walking trail developed within a Lynchburg park. The trail winds through the steep hillside of Riverside Park and offers spectacular views of the James River, as well as frequent sightings of woodland birds, including migrating hawks.
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Ivy Creek Greenway
The Ivy Creek Greenway is a 1.75 mile multi-use, paved, linear trail that meanders through Peaks View Park. The trail passes through the Bill Foot Recreation Area, providing access to an extensive system of mountain bike and hiking trails.
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