Itineraries

Anacostia River Trail

Route

Washington, D.C. to Maryland

Miles

13

Start Location

National Mall

Anacostia River Trail

Pleasant, family friendly ride along paved trails by the river through parks with bike/pedestrian bridges. The route takes the Anacostia River Trail into Maryland to the junction of the Northeast Branch and Northwest Branch trails, where the Greenway continues on the Northeast Branch before eventually heading east towards Bowie and Annapolis. You will be amazed by the natural scenery and animals you may spot so close to D.C. along this stretch of trail. In the capital, connect with the two miles of the Greenway along the National Mall, past the monuments and museums, and the Mount Vernon Trail across the Potomac, heading south into Virginia on a winding, well-loved trail

Cyclists on National Mall
Cycle track
Bike on Anacostia River Trail

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