DC 250 (Rating: C)
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7.1 miles with an elevation gain of 282 feet.
Description: DC250: July 4, 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States Declaration of Independence-- a celebration of the people, by the people, for the people.
We will begin our visit of DC in festive mode, from the Theodore Roosevelt Island parking lot. heading over the Key Bridge. From here we will enjoy a leisurely walk along the Georgetown Waterfront towards the Kennedy Center.
Once inside, we will go up to the Terrace Level which allows one to see a panoramic view of Washington DC.
From there we will take the pedestrian walk way to the Lincoln Memorial.
The newly re-done Reflecting Pool is the centerpiece on our way to the Washington Monument which offers a view of the entire Mall in both directions.
From there we head back to the Lincoln Memorial along the Reflecting Pool and over the Memorial bridge to the Mount Vernon Trail back to Roosevelt Island.
Facilities: Kennedy Center and along the Mall.
Pace: The pace will be about 2.5 mph.
Bring: adequate water/hydration, snacks/lunch, and sturdy hiking shoes and hiking poles if you use them.
Fee: None
Dogs: Dogs are not welcome. NVHC Dog Policy
Weather: weather for this location is HERE.
Wher
e to Meet: Meet at the Roosevelt Island parking lot at 9:00 to allow everyone to get signed in and ready to hike at 9:30 am. The Hatchback of my Honda Fit will be up.
By Metro: Roosevelt is a 10-15 minute walk from the Rosslyn Metro station toward the Key Bridge. A short paved connecting trail leads downhill to the Roosevelt parking lot. A small green sign indicating Roosevelt Island at 0.25 mile on the right.
By Car: Drivers can only reach Theodore Roosevelt Island from the Virginia side of the river in the northbound lanes of the George Washington Memorial Parkway. After Memorial Bridge, follow the signs and turn right into the parking lot.
Coordinates: 38.8958415°N, -77.0624191°W
Feel Free to reach out via text with any questions, Dawn K 703 533 9231 If you do text me, thank you for including your name.