Potomac River – Fishing Shore Beach loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

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Potomac River – Fishing Shore Beach loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

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15,554

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Potomac River – Fishing Shore Beach loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

01:13

11.5km

50m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Rock Creek & Potomac Parkway

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.44 km

Potomac River

Highlight • River

The Potomac River, stretching 405 miles from the Potomac Highlands in West Virginia to Maryland's Chesapeake Bay, ranks as the fourth-largest river on the East Coast. Swimming is prohibited in …

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5.08 km

Fishing Shore Beach

Highlight • Beach

Nestled beside the Capital Crescent Trail, this cozy fishing beach along the Potomac River invites cyclists to stop and recharge. A perfect spot to take a breather from your ride.

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9.71 km

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Trail – Georgetown

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal (C&O Canal) National Historical Park offers multiple access points and visitor centers, including one here in Georgetown, Washington, DC. Beginning on 29th Street NW, south …

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11.5 km

End point

Train Station

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