Valley Trail – Rock Creek loop from Rock Creek Park

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Valley Trail – Rock Creek loop from Rock Creek Park

Easy

4.7

(4051)

10,401

hikers

Valley Trail – Rock Creek loop from Rock Creek Park

01:42

6.27km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 1, 2026

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Rock Creek Park

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1.57 km

Valley Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This part of the trail is not the only scenically impressive part. Every bridge and path along Rock Creek is worth the hike.

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2.79 km

Rock Creek

Highlight • River

A small river flows through the park, which is also a nature reserve. Beautiful nature, many hiking and cycling trails meander through the valley.

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5.87 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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6.00 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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