Capital Crescent Trail
District of Columbia, DC
Out-and-back trail in District of Columbia, DC. Hiking.
- Distance
- 7.3 mi (11.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 105 ft (32 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 25 min
- High point
- 131 ft (40 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Beach: Fishing Shore 3.1 mi (5 km) from start
- Historic site: Jefferson Garcia-Yanez 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Capital Crescent Trail
How long is Capital Crescent Trail?
Capital Crescent Trail is 7.3 mi (11.7 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 25 min. It climbs 105 ft (32 m) in total, up to a high point of 131 ft (40 m).
How hard is Capital Crescent Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Capital Crescent Trail?
Parking at the start. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Capital Crescent Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 4.4 mi (7 km). Toilets: 4.4 mi (7.1 km).
Is Capital Crescent Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (79% under trees).
What can you do on Capital Crescent Trail?
Best for Hiking. Surface: paved.
Where can you eat near Capital Crescent Trail?
1789, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Trek, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for Capital Crescent Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap