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Summary: This hike is a short and easy clockwise loop that starts and ends in wooded uplands, accumulating 1000 feet of elevation change along the way. Be prepared for water and mud along Bull Run. This area provides a short and lovely woodland outing for busy or short-winded hikers Trailhead: Take I-95 to the exit for Route 123 (Ox Road) NORTH toward Fairfax. Travel NORTH on Route 123 (Ox Road) for approximately 8 miles. Turn LEFT onto Clifton Road (Route 645) immediately past the entrance to Burke Lake Park. Travel 5.8 miles. Continue straight after traveling through the stop sign at the Shell station. Pass Yates Ford Road on RIGHT. Pass Henderson Road on the LEFT. Turn LEFT at Yates Ford Road. Continue straight on Yates Ford Road after traveling through the 4-way stop. Drive 25MPH for 1.5 miles to the entrance of Hemlock Overlook. Yates Ford Road dead ends here. (Lat:38.7664 Lon:-77.4066) Trail Guides for Hemlock_Overlook: 60 Hikes within 60 miles of Washington D.C. by Paul Elliott (Menasha Ridge Press) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Ranger Contact: Northern Virginia Regional Park Authority (703) 352-5900 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Joe Cross, who has posted 56 other hikes on this site Trail Reviews Submit your own review Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Virginia Hiking, Virginia Trails, Virginia Hikes, Fairfax County Hiking, Fairfax County Trails, Fairfax County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
