North Reston Lakes and Woodlands (Rating: C)

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike. This is a 7.9 mile hike with 450 feet of elevation gain around lakes and among the woodlands of North Reston. We will begin at the Lake Newport Tennis Courts in Reston and take various trails and paved paths through Reston. About 70% of the hike is on paved paths. Along the way we will pass lakes Newport, Anne and Fairfax, hike on the west side of Lake Fairfax Park, along the W&OD equestrian trail, Hidden Creek Country Club golf course and pass through Reston Town Center and Lake Anne Plaza. Slightly before the halfway point we will stop for a snack break. Two small stream crossings required. Restrooms are available at the Lake Newport Tennis Courts and in Reston Town Center. Rating: C NVHC hiker Maurice will assist in guiding us through this route. GPS Coordinates for Lake Newport Tennis Courts: 38.971147, -77.343537 https://goo.gl/maps/xZkAyae9M6TiEC857 We hike at a pace of 2.5 to 3.0 mph while moving. Dogs are permitted on this hike in accordance with the NVHC Dog Policy. https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy Leader: Ed Brimberg 703-944-9920 Park Entry Fee: $0.00 AllTrails map for hike: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/recording/afternoon-hike-at-north-reston-lakes-and-woodlands-56c5fa3?u=i&sh=7cs7ov