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The best running trails in District of Columbia

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Running in District of Columbia is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in District of Columbia—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: December 3, 2025

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1. Western Ridge Trail loop via Valley Trail — Rock Creek Park

18.3km

02:19

240m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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4.9

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1,414

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2. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Metro Center

13.3km

01:22

60m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Lincoln Memorial – Washington Monument loop from Eastern Market

11.8km

01:13

50m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Capitol South

24.8km

02:35

150m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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221

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5. White House loop from Archives

18.2km

01:54

130m

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.8

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210

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6. Washington Monument – Lincoln Memorial loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

9.85km

01:01

40m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Rock Creek Trail loop from Kalorama Heights

9.80km

01:03

90m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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151

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8. Fishing Shore Beach loop from Georgetown

7.79km

00:50

40m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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146

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9. United States Capitol loop from Federal Triangle

4.89km

00:30

10m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Washington Monument – Lincoln Memorial loop from Street

11.0km

01:08

50m

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in District of Columbia

1. Western Ridge Trail loop via Valley Trail — Rock Creek Park

2. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Metro Center

3. Lincoln Memorial – Washington Monument loop from Eastern Market

4. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Capitol South

5. White House loop from Archives

6. Washington Monument – Lincoln Memorial loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

7. Rock Creek Trail loop from Kalorama Heights

8. Fishing Shore Beach loop from Georgetown

9. United States Capitol loop from Federal Triangle

10. Washington Monument – Lincoln Memorial loop from Street

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