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Rock Creek Park – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Bethesda

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Rock Creek Park – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Bethesda

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3.4

(11)

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Rock Creek Park – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Bethesda

01:57

17.6km

90m

Running

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

Last updated: August 12, 2026

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Rock Creek Park

Rock Creek Stream Valley Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.17 km

Meadowbrook Stables

Highlight • Structure

Established in 1934, Meadowbrook Stables is a historic horseback riding school located along the Rock Creek Trail. Visitors are welcome to enjoy the grounds during summer hours, except for when …

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7.83 km

Rock Creek Park

Highlight • Forest

Rock Creek Park, spanning 1,754 acres, is a natural escape from city life, offering trails, wildlife, and historic landmarks. Founded by Congress in 1890, this national park features not only …

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8.50 km

Bench at the creek

Highlight • Bridge

Here you can cross the river with the help of a fallen tree. The emphasis is on can, because a little further up the river there is a "normal" bridge. …

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8.64 km

Joaquin Miller log cabin

Highlight • Monument

On Beach Drive, close to Military road. Picnic tables and rustic grill nearby. Bathroom and water fountain available. This is a picturesque cabin that reminds me of the little house on the prairie.

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8.70 km

Rock Creek Park bathrooms

Highlight • Rest Area

Flushable bathrooms with water for washing hands, accessible.

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8.79 km

Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Like riding on a cloud, the new asphalt is A #1. Car free Saturday and Sunday, so watch out for pedestrians and ride away. Restrooms and waysides along the road.

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17.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.30 km

5.43 km

2.23 km

1.15 km

379 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.10 km

7.48 km

1.27 km

482 m

207 m

Elevation

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Sunday 23 August

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Rock Creek Park – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Bethesda

Meadowbrook Stables

Rock Creek Park

Bench at the creek

Joaquin Miller log cabin

Rock Creek Park bathrooms

Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park

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