Five shaded summer routes for when it's 95°F

Richmond summers are no joke. These routes stay 80% shaded and finish near water or AC. **1. Forest Hill Park (Reservoir Loop)** — Old-growth oaks, 2.5 mi, paved. **2. Maymont Arboretum** — Heavy canopy, multiple short loops you can chain together. **3. Bryan Park (Jordan's Branch trail)** — Creek-side, mostly shaded, 2 mi. **4. James River Park (North Bank Trail)** — Dirt path under tree cover, river breeze. **5. Lewis Ginter (member loop)** — Shaded paths between gardens, AC always nearby. Walk before 9am or after 7pm. Bring more water than you think. Stop when you need to.