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2.3 miles
Distance
00:12:12
Avg time
-1 ft
Altitude change
9 ft
Altitude min
11 ft
Altitude max
11 ft
Altitude start
10 ft
Altitude end
-0.8%
Grade max
0.7%
Grade min
489 ft
Distance climb
827 ft
Distance down
2 miles
Distance flat
00:12:12
Avg time

Osmanthus Details

This trial is clearly marked with signs and blue blazes. It is locally posted as a SQUARE trail to indicate that it is a MODERATE trail between 1 and 5 miles; with steepness and grade lengths that vary; at least 60 percent of the length is fairly flat; healthy people can accomplish the trail with little risk of injury or fatigue. The trail is ~2.5 miles long Those wanting a secluded trail for hiking or running often pick Osmanthus Trail, which loops off of Bald Cypress Trail. It has a few wooden boardwalks over swamps and small gradual hills.

source: Park Brochure and Map
Access Info

Parking at First Landing State Park is available at the trail center for a small fee. Fee may be waived during winter seasons. The park is open from 8AM to dusk.

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Jul 24, 2024 @ 10:29am
Jul 24, 2024
 Some very muddy spots. Bridges quite slippery. Had a few days of heavy rain prior.
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Osmanthus located?
      Osmanthus is located in First Landing State Park (Seashore State Park), Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States. It is part of the First Landing State Park (Seashore State Park) trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 36.91474, -76.0341.
      ▼ How hard is Osmanthus?
      Osmanthus is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Easy.
      ▼ Is Osmanthus a point to point trail?
      Osmanthus is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Osmanthus?
      Osmanthus is 2.3 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Osmanthus?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Osmanthus. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Osmanthus? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Osmanthus are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to hike Osmanthus?
      The estimated time to hike Osmanthus is approximately 12 minutes. The trail is 2.3 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
      ▼ How busy is Osmanthus?
      Osmanthus is a very popular trail. There have been 167 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 176 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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