Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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Georgetown and the Water-
front
From Roosevelt Island to Roosevelt Bridge, this hike follows the river and canal through some of the
chic areas of the city. Take a break in Georgetown on the way back for a bite to eat or some shopping.
Distance: 3.8 miles out and back
Approximate hiking time: 2.5 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Trail surface: Paved; smooth dirt path along the canal
Best seasons: Year-round
Other trail users: Runners, cyclists
Canine compatibility: Leashed dogs permitted
Fees and permits: None
Schedule: Parking lot open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily
Maps: Rand McNally Washington DC Metro Street Guide: page 102; G5, F5, and G4;
and page 103; A5 and A6
Finding the trailhead:
By car: The parking lot at Theodore Roosevelt Island can only
be accessed from the George Washington Parkway traveling north. Just after passing the
Roosevelt Bridge, look for the entrance to the lot on the right. Via Metro: Take the Blue
or the Orange line to Rosslyn. From the Rosslyn station, walk along Moore Street to
19th Street. Turn right and then left onto Lynn Street and join the hike at Lynn Street.
GPS: N38 53.860' / W77 04.058'
The Hike
Leaving the tranquility of Roosevelt Island, cross over the George Washington Parkway to Rosslyn, Vir-
ginia. Now mostly hotels, offices, and high-rise apartments, this prime location across the river from
Georgetown once was the home of Fort Corcoran, one of several forts protecting the capital city during
