Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank)
West Potomac Park, District of Columbia, DC
Point-to-point trail in West Potomac Park, District of Columbia, DC. Hiking.
- Distance
- 13 mi (20.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 121 ft (37 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 15 min
- High point
- 69 ft (21 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Jefferson Garcia-Yanez 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Beach: Fishing Shore 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from start
- Bike repair station 4 mi (6.4 km) from start
- Attraction: Lock 0 4.9 mi (7.9 km) from start
- Historic site: John Ericsson National Memorial 6 mi (9.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Air Mail Marker 6.6 mi (10.6 km) from start
- Historic site: George Mason Memorial 7 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Historic site: Cuban American Friendship Urn 7 mi (11.3 km) from start
- Bike repair station 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from start
- Emergency phone 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from start
- Emergency phone 8.9 mi (14.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Titanic Monument 9.2 mi (14.8 km) from start
- Toilets: Family Restroom 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from start
- Toilets: Family Restroom 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from start
- Visitor center: Guest Services 10.5 mi (16.8 km) from start
- Bike repair station 12 mi (19.3 km) from start
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Questions about Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank)
How long is Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank)?
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank) is 13 mi (20.9 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 15 min. It climbs 121 ft (37 m) in total, up to a high point of 69 ft (21 m).
How hard is Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank)?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank)?
Parking at the far end. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank)?
Drinking water on the way at 1.8 mi (2.9 km), 5.6 mi (9 km), 6.4 mi (10.4 km), 6.4 mi (10.4 km). Toilets: 1.8 mi (2.9 km), 8.5 mi (13.7 km), 9.7 mi (15.6 km).
Is Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank) shaded?
Partly shaded (39% under trees).
What can you do on Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank)?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank)?
Claudio's Table, 1 mi (1.7 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Mimi's Convenience Store, 1.1 mi (1.7 km).
Is this a good week for Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (left bank)?
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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