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How You Can Help

  1. Subscribe to our mailing list by emailing GreatFallsTrailblazersMembers@gmail.com


  2. Donate a trail easement



Meeting Schedule

Board Meetings are held monthly. Check our Facebook page for general membership meetings.


Current Board Members

Julie Ben-Achour, President
Gordon Harris, Vice-President
Joan Burkgren, Treasurer

News and Upcoming Events

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for the latest news on upcoming meetings and trail events.


Registration Open for 4th of July 5K Fun Run (2024)

Visit our sign-up page to register and join Great Falls TrailBlazers for this annual fun run. The run will be on July 4th at 8am. We will meet at the Great Falls Library and leave sharply at 8am. This pet-friendly event is open to all ages. The trail makes a loop and goes through the woods so if you want to bring a stroller it is probably best if it has large wheels like a jogging stroller.

If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at GreatFallsTrailBlazers@gmail.com


Prior 4th of July 5K Fun Runs

   
photo of 3 winners of 2021 Trail Blazers July 4 5K run
Three winners
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Running the course
photo of water station at 2021 Trail Blazers July 4 5K run
Water station
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Georgetown Pike Trail

We are happy to see the trail along Georgetown Pike advance in leaps and bounds with the help of the County and the Great Falls Citizens Association. Our goal is a continuous trail along Georgetown Pike between Seneca and the village. Many segments are already walkable but we will continue working to achieve our goal. If you would like to join our Trailblazers Group, drop us a line at greatfallstrailblazers@gmail.com.

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Fairfax County Comprehensive Plan

thumbnail image of Fairfax County Comprehensive Plan Map

The Fairfax County Comprehensive Plan is a guide used for decision-making about the built and natural environment.



Top Trails for Baby Boomers

Living an active lifestyle can help you live a longer, happier, healthier life, which may explain why more and more people (especially baby boomers) are flocking to National and State Parks. Top Trails for Baby Boomers offers a curated list of popular trails arranged by state or region of the country.



A Guide to Hiking with Kids

We are fortunate to have so many great hiking opportunities in Great Falls suitable for all ages. If you have kids, here is a great resource to plan your outings: https://www.aaastateofplay.com/a-guide-to-hiking-with-kids/

Our thanks to the Quinn family for sharing this informative site.



Trail Etiquette

Many of our local trails are on private property. Help us keep these trails open for all to enjoy by following these guidelines.