Rock Creek Trail
Rock Creek & Potomac Parkway, District of Columbia, DC
Out-and-back trail in Rock Creek & Potomac Parkway, District of Columbia, DC. Hiking.
- Distance
- 9.4 mi (15.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 302 ft (92 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 10 min
- High point
- 144 ft (44 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: Jules Jusserand Memorial 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from start
- Peak: Linnean Hill 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Peak: Jackson Hill 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from start
- Picnic area: Picnic site for Rose park 6.8 mi (11 km) from start
- Attraction: Lock 0 7.8 mi (12.6 km) from start
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Questions about Rock Creek Trail
How long is Rock Creek Trail?
Rock Creek Trail is 9.4 mi (15.2 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 10 min. It climbs 302 ft (92 m) in total, up to a high point of 144 ft (44 m).
How hard is Rock Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Rock Creek Trail?
Parking at the start, Free. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Rock Creek Trail?
Drinking water on the way at 6.7 mi (10.8 km), 9.2 mi (14.8 km). Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Rock Creek Trail shaded?
Partly shaded (65% under trees).
What can you do on Rock Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Rock Creek Trail?
Paragon Thai Restaurant, 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: 7-Eleven, 0.4 mi (0.6 km). 1 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Rock Creek 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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- Valley Trail Rock Creek Park · Hard · 10.9 mi (17.5 km)
- Western Ridge Trail Rock Creek Park · Moderate · 5.5 mi (8.8 km)
- Klingle Mansion Old Road Trace Rock Creek Park · Easy · 1 mi (1.5 km)
- Porter Street Northwest District of Columbia · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
- Klingle Valley Trail Klingle Valley Park · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Piney Branch Parkway Trail Rock Creek Park · Easy · 1.7 mi (2.7 km)
- White Horse Trail Rock Creek Park · Easy · 0.7 mi (1.1 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap