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Print Friendly MapThe Lake Mercer Loop Trail wraps around Lake Mercer in Fairfax and is slightly over five miles in length.
About the Route
There are several parks along the route and near the trail, including Recreation Lake Park and South Run Park. Trail users will also find South Run RECenter, which provides various outdoor activities to engage in, including basketball, baseball, and tennis. The recreational center also has several pools, a fitness center, and a spa. With such variety nearby, this is a great trail for the entire family to enjoy.
Connections
Trail users can connect to the Burke Lake Loop at the trail's northern end.
The Lake Mercer Loop Trail runs between Lake Mercer and Burke Lake Park, where parking is available.
Parking is also available at:
Please see TrailLink Map for all parking options and detailed directions.
The view from the dam, with the lake and fall colors is magnificent.
Great trail. Not too crowded. Lots of shade. We biked the loop with our six-year-old who rides a fixed gear bike. A few hills on the south side were a bit steep, so we did some walking, but the north side was much easier. Definitely going back.
Beautiful and easy trail around the lake. Scenery is beautiful too and not too busy.
The scenery along this trail was beautiful, but very little was paved; the vast majority was rocky gravel. The trail was shaded, good for a hot sunny day. Do not try this trail with a road bike!
took south loop - lots of shade and beautiful lake views. could benefit from improved signage.
Wonderful trail. Deer, foxes, beaver, woodpeckers, beautiful & paved, streams/brooks, and a dam. Gorgeous wooded forest. Terrain has Inclines and declines. Good workout whether walking, jogging or biking. Connects further to Burke Lake and South Run Rec center.
Very peaceful and beautiful trail. I love the fact it connects to Burke Lake trail. My two favorite trails of all time!
Well kept paths. Lots of opportunity to see wildlife - saw woodpeckers, an eagle, and loads of other birds. Signs of recent beaver activity. Great walk for families.
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