Water's Edge - Potomac River Scenic Urban Loop (Rating: B)
Details
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.
10-mile loop with 413 feet elevation gain.
Description:
From Columbia Island Marina, we will 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 TR Memorial.
After that, we'll cross the Potomac River on Key Bridge and take a short detour to climb up the nearby Exorcist Stairs. We will then proceed downstream along the Georgetown Waterfront Park to the Kennedy Center to admire the view from the terrace deck. We will also take our lunch break here. After the break we will hike to the Lincoln Memorial and also check out the renovated Reflection Pond. After that, we 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 comfortable hiking/walking shoes. Recommend sunscreen.
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 9:00am, 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, Island Time Bar & Grill
Any questions please contact me at 202-528-0456. If you text, please include your name.