Washington
Top Adventures in Washington
Hike the C&O Canal Towpath: Carderock to Great Falls
4.5
6.28 mi
/ 141 ft gain
Park on the road adjacent to the canal as indicated on the map (see below). This is a popular trail which is dog friendly and accessible year-round.
Visit the National Mall in Washington D.C.
4.6
7 mi
Everyone has so many things on their plates these days that take all their time up. It is hard to get away for adventures or to experience new things. The National Mall in Washington D.C. is within an hour from millions of people on the East Coast...
Photograph Sunrise at the Lincoln Memorial
4.8
Located on the far-west portion of the National Mall in Washington, D.C. stands the Lincoln Memorial. At almost 100 feet tall, this majestic structure overlooks the reflecting pool and offers an iconic view of the Washington Monument.
Parking is ...
Bike the Mt. Vernon Trail
5.0
14 mi
Start your ride at the Teddy Roosevelt Island parking area and head southbound towards Mt. Vernon. You'll be riding next to the Potomac the entire time, with great views of the National Monument, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, and the Memor...
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Washington, Virginia
Parkway Drive Volleyball Courts
Overview
The Parkway Drive Volleyball courts are located along the Potomac River, northwest of the Lincoln Memorial. The Parkway Drive Vo...
Washington, District of Columbia
Hains Point Picnic Area (East Potomac Park)
Overview
Hains Point Picnic Areas are located in East Potomac Park. Reservations for picnic areas (A, B, C, D) are required seven days a ...
Washington, District of Columbia
Rock Creek Park Group Picnic Areas
Overview
Eight group picnic areas in Rock Creek Park are available for advance reservation from May through October. These picnic areas a...
Washington, District of Columbia
Fort Dupont Park Picnic Areas
Overview
Fort Dupont Park has three picnic areas that can be reserved for use by groups from spring to fall each year. There are also pi...
