DC Highlights & Delights (Rating: C)

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7.1 miles with an elevation gain of 282 feet.

Description:
We will begin our hike from the Theodore Roosevelt Island parking lot and head out along the Mount Vernon Trail and cross the Memorial Bridge to the Lincoln Memorial.

USAA is offering through August 23rd, the National Military Monument. USAA was founded in 1922 by military officers.

The monument is presented as an expression of gratitude, duty and enduring commitment to those who have worn the uniform.

The newly re-done Reflecting Pool is the next stop on our way to the Washington Monument which offers a view of the entire Mall in both directions.

We will then head over towards the Kennedy Center where we will visit the Terrace level which allows a panoramic view of Washington DC.

From here we will enjoy a leisurely walk along the Georgetown Waterfront to
Key Bridge and back to our starting point.

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.

Where to Meet: : Meet at the Roosevelt Island parking lot at 8:30 to allow everyone to get signed in and ready to hike at 9:00 am. The Hatchback of my Honda HRV 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
LINK to Roosevelt Island

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.