Running Cedar gets is name from the endangered and protected evergreen that runs along the forest floor. This easy short trail begins in the camping area and ends on Lakeside Trail. Song birds fill the forest especially in the early morning hours and at twilight. Warblers in particular like this forest and are difficult to spot since they remain high in the trees but they are easy to hear.

Directions: From Cumberland, VA, The park is located in Cumberland County just off Rt. 60. Take Rt. 60 to Rt. 622 and then south onto Rt. 629 to the park entrance. Campground C is the second campground on the left. Running Cedar Trail is accessible from the main park road across from Campground C.

Elevation: 450 feet

Elevation Gain: Minimal

Distance: 0.2 miles

Difficulty: Easy

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