Even though Hurricane Irene has put a damper on many events in cities along the Eastern Seaboard, one activity that does not need to adhere to a certain date or time is hiking. And Centreville is just the place to explore the great outdoors!

There are plenty of hiking trails around Centreville. And now is the time to get out there, while the weather is perfect for it (minus the hurricane effects). So lace up your trail shoes, fill up your Camelbak and get moving!

Bull Run Regional Park, 703-631-0550. Well-maintained scenic trails consisting of ravines, woodlands and streams.

Hemlock Overlook Regional Park, 13220 Yates Ford Rd., Clifton, 571-281-3556. An easy hike with hilly scenery among wooded uplands.

Great Falls National Park, 9200 Old Dominion Dr., McLean, 703-285-2965. A trail that traverses along the Potomac River, through rocks and trees.

That should be enough to get you going! What are your favorite hiking trails near Centreville? Leave a comment to let us know!

Photo source: besighyawn