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Rock Creek Trail – Potomac River loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

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United States

District Of Columbia

Rock Creek Trail – Potomac River loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

Easy

4.6

(5399)

5,787

riders

Rock Creek Trail – Potomac River loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

00:50

12.6km

40m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 2.57 km for 90 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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935 m

View of the Georgetown Waterfront

Highlight • Viewpoint

The cycle path leading here offers magnificent views of the city at any time of the day or night almost along its entire length.

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973 m

Rock Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Rock Creek Trail is a popular spot for foot traffic. Starting from the parking lot off Virginia Avenue, the paved path follows Rock Creek, passing landmarks like the William Howard …

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2.66 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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5.21 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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8.08 km

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This section of the trail offers a scenic stretch along the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal. Originating as a vital trade route facilitating the transport of coal, lumber, and agricultural goods, …

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12.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.37 km

5.34 km

691 m

441 m

339 m

247 m

150 m

Surfaces

5.26 km

4.59 km

2.14 km

556 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 23 August

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Rock Creek Trail – Potomac River loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

View of the Georgetown Waterfront

Rock Creek Trail

Potomac River

Fishing Shore Beach

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Trail

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