Sudley Loop Trail
Manassas National Battlefield Park
The Sudley Road Loop is a .6 mile trail that takes visitors to one the few pre-war structures in the park, and the spot where 13,000 US troops crossed Bull Run on their way to the First Battle of Manassas.
Distance: .6 mile circuit hike Difficulty: Easy Hiking Time: 30 minutes Elevation Change: 47 feet 1. Park at Sudley Parking Lot. (Second Manassas Driving Tour Stop #5) 2. Cross Sudley Road (Use extreme caution) 3. Follow markers and maintained path The trail parallels the historic Unfinished Railroad bed for a short distance before turning north along Bull Run. Visitors will pass the historic Thornberry House (not open to the public), one of only three pre-war structures still standing in the park. The trail continues past the confluence of Bull Run and Catharpin Creek, to the site of Sudley Spring Ford. More than 13,000 Union troops crossed Catharpin Creek at this site in route to the battlefield. As visitors begin their return, the trail follows the war-time Sudley Road trace.
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15-60 Minutes
The average hiking duration does not take into consideration fitness, exploration, rest, contemplation, wayside reading, etc.
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This trail does not meet ADA accessibility guidelines. There are also several short but steep ascents/decents that may be difficulty for some visitors with limited walking movement.
Yes — Pets must be on a 6 ft leash at all times. Pet droppings must be picked up and packed out. Do not leave bagged droppings on any trails.
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Sudley Loop Trailhead
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