Hiking in Virginia is never boring. Whether you’re meandering through the woods, climbing to the tops of mountains, or admiring the expansive coast, you’ll find that no two trails are exactly alike. Today’s feature hike will take you on a lovely adventure complete with fairytale-like footbridge crossings. Beautiful in any season, it’s a hike that all ages will enjoy!

Welcome to Goodwin Lake Trail! This lovely hike can be found within Twin Lakes State Park in central Virginia's Prince Edward County.
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Twin Lakes State Park is relatively lesser-known than Virginia's other state parks, but this only adds to its charm.
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Visit during the off-season, and you may just feel as though you have the whole place to yourself!
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There are a handful of trails to choose from in the park, one of which is the Goodwin Lake Trail. At just 1.1 miles, it's an easy and gentle trail that all ages can enjoy.
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What sets this trail apart, though, is the multiple crossings. A slew of footbridges will make you feel as though you're on your very own fairytale adventure!
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Isn't there something so wonderfully enchanting about a small footbridge?
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The bridges also help ensure the trail is well maintained and, best of all, that you don't have to muddy your boots during your hike!
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When you're looking for an easy adventure with lots of beautiful crossings to encounter, you'll be glad you opted for the Goodwin Lake Trail.
Virgen Maria Salome Centeno / AllTrails

Have you ever hiked Goodwin Lake Trail? What did you think? Feel free to share your thoughts with us in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you! Looking for more hikes in Virginia? Check out our list of trails in Virginia that are under five miles.

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