This heavily traveled path runs along Holmes Run, linking several recreational parks. The paved trail is frequently marked with a center line, and is plenty smooth, wide, and level enough for any type of stroller. Your older child will be entertained along the way, as there are several play spaces in the various parks linked by the trail.
There are a number of underpasses and a few of the areas are not exactly scenic, but it’s an easy walk and gives a good opportunity to go for a long distance without a lot of street crossings.
**You’ll notice at some places along the trail that there are depth marks for flooding. If there’s been a lot of rain, you might want to take a different route.
Trail surface: Paved, with dirt turnoffs
Freedom Coded: Red, for water and cyclists. Take advantage of play areas along the trail to let your kids blow off some steam.
Double stroller accessible: yes. It’s plenty wide and not very steep.
Stroller type: Any.
Distance: Approximately 3 miles in length.
Loop: no
Shade cover: varies from sunny to part shade
Restrooms: At Ben Brenman Park.
Parking: At Ben Brenman, at Cameron Run Regional Park, or on street at several other access points.
Getting There: Ben Brenman Park 4800 Brenman Park Drive Alexandria, VA 22304, Cameron Run Regional Park 4001 Eisenhower Ave. Alexandria, VA 22304
