Stretching as an intestate biking path is Rock Creek Trail nestled between NW of our Nation’s capital to Montgomery County, MD.
First thoughts that come to mind when visiting this part of Rock Creek Trail stemming from Georgetown, DC is that its one of the most scenic trails I believe in the area.
I did a 4 hour roundtrip visit to this section and along the way I passed Connecticut Avenue where the National Zoo is located and got close towards signs to meet Piney Branch Trail. There’s a lot of towering architecture and natural landscapes that’s a bit breath taking when on that path. This portion of Rock Creek is very popular with college students as Georgetown University has a close proximity to the path. The National Cathedral is also a landmark located within the same quadrant of the trail.
Some of the lovely scenes when exploring Rock Creek is by going under the bridges when on the path. The way the bridges arc is similar like a Cathedral roof top to me. I feel like I’m looking at a nice picture. It would be a lovely holiday card. There is a lot of elevation from the trail paths to then hills and hilly roads all to the top to where you would see bridges being the cross over. To access this portion of Rock Creek, I parked at Theodore Roosevelt Island and walked toward the E Street Bridge exit in which you would pass the Kennedy Center. The trail actually begins after passing the Kennedy Center. I went down a wheelchair ramp to meet the trail that would lead me to Rock Creek.
After about an hours walk on Rock Creek, I started to see advertisements of the Pandas at the National Zoo. There is a cut away trail that goes up, where one can walk to the Zoo from this path. I noticed when voyaging this pavement that the many rocks and pebbles saddled at the bottom of the waterways is why perhaps its called Rock Creek.
There’s a whole host of types of participants and users on this path. Most are joggers or runners. You can see bicyclist. There may be parents pushing there children on strollers. I would say, Rock Creek is really neat to do as a jogger. There’s not much street crossing points, however it’s always wise to check by looking both ways whenever at a crossroads. In terms of restrooms and water fountains; it’s wisest to bring your own water and try to use the restroom before embarking on a lengthy walk.
There are not too many convenient places to go to as a rest stop. I would say if you are a tourist visiting Washington, DC checking out the National Mall, Rock Creek Trail may serve as a nice sightseeing stroll if you really want to get an idea of that area.
If planning a trip or maybe if you are into hiking routes, as am I, please check out the link for details about Rock Creek Park trail right here: https://www.nps.gov/rocr/index.htm
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