Westmoreland State Park · VA
Laurel Point Trail
Moderate woodland trail with rolling terrain and benches, winding to Laurel Point through forest above the Potomac. Popular for birding and walking.
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Conditions
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Hiking
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Trail running
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Dog walking
Thunderstorms in today's forecast — dogs panic and trails become dangerous.
Score breakdown
- − 83°F air — Above trail running's comfort zone (28–78°F)
- − Thunderstorms — Get off exposed ridges before they arrive
- ✓ Trail: prime — No meaningful rain in the last 48 hours. Trail surface is dry and tacky — prime traction.
Trail facts
- Distance
- 2.7 mi
- Elevation gain
- 314 ft
- Difficulty
- moderate
Trailhead
Coordinates
38.1663, -76.8772 — VA.
Park
Part of Westmoreland State Park (official site →).
Peak nymphal tick activity — check yourself within 2 hours of leaving the trail.
Frequently Asked
How long is Laurel Point Trail?
Laurel Point Trail is a 2.7-mile route with 314 feet of elevation gain — moderate — some sustained climbing or technical sections; expect to work for it but no specialized skills required. The trail facts panel on this page lists distance, surface, and access tags as they appear in OpenStreetMap.
Who manages Laurel Point Trail, and where do closure alerts come from?
Laurel Point Trail is in Westmoreland State Park, which is managed by the managing agency. Closure and advisory data on this page comes from the agency. Always confirm against the park's own page before driving — emergency closures can post faster than scrapers refresh.