Washington DC’s Best Trails

It’s no secret that our nation’s capital has some of the most beautiful scenery and renowned landmarks. Connecting people to history and heritage, celebrating diversity and a world of cultures. 

Additionally, D.C.’s trails are playing a key role in the Capital Trails Coalition, which is in the process of connecting the entire metropolitan region with an equitably distributed 800-mile trail network! 

Rock Creek Park Trails: Offers more than 32 miles of hiking and bicycling trails weaving through 1700+ acres of green space.  

Anacostia River Trail: Eventual 20-mile trail, which currently spans about 12 miles on both sides of the Anacostia River. 

Capital Crescent Trail: A premier D.C. recreation and communicating corridor between Silver Spring, Maryland, and historic Georgetown. 

Oxon Trail Trail: A 3.4-mile trail that is a wonderfully kept secret. 

Fort Circle Park Hiker-Biker Trail: This 7-mile trail runs through a forested area between Fort Mahan and Fort Stanton. 

Marvin Gaye Trail: Named after the D.C.-born musician, the trail is a nearly 2-mile pathway running from Minnesota Avenue to 61st Street. 

Mount Vernon Trail: A scenic trail that is sandwiched along the course of the Potomac River and the George Washington Memorial Parkway.