Potomac River Scenic Urban Loop (Rating: C)

You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I accept" to be permitted on the hike.

9-mile loop with 292 feet elevation gain.

Description:
From Columbia Island Marina, within Lady Byrd Johnson Park, we will make a brief stop at the LBJ Memorial Garden. We will then connect to the Mount Vernon trail and hike to Theodore Roosevelt Island where we will do a short loop on the island and view the Memorial.

After that, we'll cross the Potomac River on Key Bridge, and hike downstream along the Georgetown Waterfront Park to the Kennedy Center to admire the view from the observation deck. After the break we will hike to the Lincoln Memorial and recross the Potomac on the Arlington Memorial Bridge and reconnect to the Mt Vernon trail returning to our starting point.

Pace: 2.5 mph

Bring: Adequate hydration, also snack/lunch, and sturdy hiking shoes.

Dogs: Dogs will not be allowed on this hike.

We'll meet in the parking lot of the Columbia Island Marina, GW Parkway, Arlington, VA. GPS 38.87544, -77.04896

NOTE:
The hike starts at 9:30am, please arrive a few minutes early so we can get folks signed in and ready to hike on time. Restrooms are available at the marina and several locations along the way.

Rehydration: Yes, TBD

Any questions please contact me at 202-528-0456. If you text, please include your name.