Washington, D.C.-hiking-areas
Top Hiking Areas in Washington, D.C.
🌲 Rock Creek Park 🌲
- Location: Northwest D.C.
- Size: Over 2,000 acres
- Trails: More than 35 miles of hiking trails ranging from easy to strenuous
- Highlights: Picnic areas, horseback riding, fishing spots, and the historic Pierce Mill
🌲 Anacostia River Trail 🌲
- Location: Anacostia Neighborhood in Southeast D.C.
- Size: More than 20 miles long (incomplete)
- Trails: Flat and easy hiking/biking trail following the Anacostia River
- Highlights: Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, Anacostia Park, and RFK Stadium
🌲 Billy Goat Trail 🌲
- Location: Great Falls Park in Maryland (just outside D.C.)
- Size: Approximately 45 miles of hiking trails
- Trails: Known for the challenging Billy Goat Trail (A, B, and C sections) along the Potomac River
- Highlights: Spectacular waterfalls, rock formations, and panoramic views of the river
🌲 Oxon Hill Farm 🌲
- Location: Oxon Hill, Maryland (just outside D.C.)
- Size: Over 175 acres
- Trails: Approximately 3 miles of easy hiking trails through farmland and woods
- Highlights: Historic farm, beautiful views of the Potomac River, and the National Colonial Farm living history museum
🌲 Carderock Recreation Area 🌲
- Location: Great Falls Park in Maryland (just outside D.C.)
- Size: Over 80 acres
- Trails: Approximately 14 miles of hiking trails for all skill levels
- Highlights: Close proximity to the Billy Goat Trail, picnic areas, and access to the Potomac Heritage Trail