Running around Washington D.C 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 around Washington D.C—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: September 30, 2025

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

18.3km

02:19

240m

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

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2. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Metro Center

13.2km

01:22

60m

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

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3. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Eastern Market

11.6km

01:12

50m

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

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4. Washington Monument – White House loop from Farragut West

17.4km

01:48

40m

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

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5. Rock Creek Trail loop from Kalorama Heights

9.79km

01:03

90m

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

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6. World War II Memorial loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

11.3km

01:11

50m

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

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7. White House – Washington Monument loop from Archives

18.5km

01:57

120m

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

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8. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

10.0km

01:02

50m

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

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9. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Navy Yard–Ballpark

19.9km

02:03

60m

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

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10. White House – Washington Monument loop from Farragut West

8.50km

00:53

40m

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

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The best running trails around Washington D.C

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

2. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Metro Center

3. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Eastern Market

4. Washington Monument – White House loop from Farragut West

5. Rock Creek Trail loop from Kalorama Heights

6. World War II Memorial loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

7. White House – Washington Monument loop from Archives

8. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

9. Washington Monument – Washington Monument loop from Navy Yard–Ballpark

10. White House – Washington Monument loop from Farragut West

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