LOCATION: Nellysford, Virginia
TRAIL DISTANCE: 1.2 Miles
TRAIL HEAD/ PARKING: Pauls Creek Court
TRAIL TYPE: In & Out
TRAIL GRADE:  Easy (1)
TRAIL PARKING: 5 spots or less
KEY WORDS: Waterfall, Swimming, Unique, Family Friendly
TRAIL INFO
What’s to like about the trail:  A family friendly , short distance trail with a beautiful payoff.
Why go for a hike on this trail:  Who doesn't enjoy a beautiful waterfall, how about a swimming hole and to top it off... a water slide. 
Best time to go for a hike on this trail:  Spring & Summer

Summary 
Your adventure begins at Paul's Court, a quiet cul-de-sac with a single cabin at its tail end. Paul's Creek is a blue marked trail that begins at the end of the cul-de-sac. The trail hits the ground running with a swift descent through dense forest, providing a mix of tree root, clay based single-track and small stones to walk over. The trail flattens at 0.3 and the sounds of water start to fill the forest. A small creek crossing is your next minor hurdle, have no fear stones and boulders provide a manageable crossing. Once across, a small ascent while the creek stays to your left providing small pocket views of the creek cascading small rock formations.  All of this leads to the base of a pristine waterfall with its own swimming hole. You will notice a few things, one how quiet and serene the area is, the second is how very few people you will see and finally, best of all (drum roll) you will notice a water slide. Yep, if you feel comfortable then climb the rocks to enjoy a brisk slide down the very smooth rock face to the pool below. Once fulfilled, retrace your steps to your car. Paul's Creek is a great family hike, for its short distance and big payoff!
 

HIKE ON!
GEAR RECOMMENDATIONS
  • 1 Water bottles
  • hiking shoes or sneakers
  • light snack
  • swim shorts or swim suit (summer)
  • Bug Spray
  • Nearby Trails
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