On the Second Sunday of every month, the organizations which created the Greater Prince William Trails Coalition offer a hike to explore places in Prince William, Manassas, and Manassas Park. Prince William Trails and Streams is the sponsor of these monthly hikes. On July 12, 1:00-3:00pm we will explore the Broad Run Greenway and check out the new bridge … Read more
The PHNST subcommittee of the Prince William County Trails and Blueways Council (TBC) met on May 20. Highlights include:
The former bridge over Rocky Branch (X marks the spot, above) washed out years ago, leaving just a low water crossing upstream. New bridge will re-connect Kingsbrook and Dunbarton communities on opposite sides of Broad Run. Thanks to Margaret Smith for pictures of installed bridge: The padding once placed on the trail from Hunting Cove … Read more
Prince William Department of Parks and Recreation is making quick progress in replacing a trail bridge on Broad Run Trail next to Linton Hall Road. (Photo taken April 4, 2026.) Replacing the bridge over Rocky Run that washed out years ago (next to Kingsbrooke further upstream) is taking far longer. Winter weather, especially a month … Read more
A stakeholder presentation on the Powells Creek Crossing was held on March 4. Construction has been scheduled so Phase 1 can be completed with the $9 million provided by the 2019 bond issue. The crossing will include a mix of floating platforms, boardwalks, and bridges. Some overlooks will be 20′ above the water:“Located at the … Read more