This trail features a main paved path, perfect for walking, running, biking, or roller skating, and luscious green trees with a view of the Potomac. There are also soft paths to more fully immerse oneself in nature or access the river for fishing.
Length: 11 miles
Directions 1. Start at McDonough Arena doors 2. Walk down the stairs by the bus circle 3. Walk down the hill to the main road 4. Turn right on sidewalk when you reach Canal Rd NW 5. Walk along sidewalk until you see a path on your right hand side 6. Go down the path, turn left at the fork, and through the tunnel 7. Walk straight to trail
Fun Fact: This trail is built on the former route of the Georgetown Branch of the B&O Railroad, a freight line that opened in 1910 which carried coal and building materials to Georgetown, Chevy Chase, and Bethesda.