On July 5th, I took a walk on the Pink Route featured in the Get Around Guide, starting at Spring Hill Station. After getting off the metro, I crossed the pedestrian bridge and began the loop along Leesburg Pike. The view of the elevated metro track and watching the trains arrive and depart from the station was quite impressive.
Heading down Ashgrove Lane, I soon found myself in a quiet residential area. Within a few minutes, I entered a serene, shady trail that felt surprisingly secluded for being in Tysons. This path eventually lead me through another neighborhood with well-kept, blooming gardens. When I reached the Vesper Trail, I noticed several side paths branching off into Old Courthouse Spring Branch Stream Valley Park. I took a detour onto one of these trails, and it was shady and easy to walk, offering a nice break from the main route.
Despite Google Maps indicating the area was “busier than usual,” the trail was empty. After some exploration, I returned to the main bike path. I crossed a small stream running under a bridge. Back on Leesburg Pike, I passed The PARC, a brightly colored community center, and was back at the metro station in about ten minutes.
The Pink Route is a mostly flat, easy walk with plenty of greenery. With its convenient metro access, it’s a great option for a quick outdoor escape. Grab your sunscreen and water bottle and give it a try!
