One of the more modern bridges in this valley. Many may be prettier with their stone arches, but this one is extremely useful in this area for getting to Capitol Stones.

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Rapids Bridge is a narrow footbridge that goes over Rock Creek. It is made of stone and wood. The bridge connects Beach Drive and one of the bridle trails in the park.

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1. Linnaean Hill to Western Ridge Trail to Rock Creek loop — Washington, D.C

9.01km

02:27

140m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Rock Creek Park's Reservation 630 to Pinehurst Branch loop — Washington, D.C

14.4km

03:55

210m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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3. Rock Creek Nature Park Center to LSD Temple loop — Washington, D.C

22.1km

05:50

200m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Distance 41 m

Downhill 10 m

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Location: District Of Columbia, United States

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Rapids Bridge

1. Linnaean Hill to Western Ridge Trail to Rock Creek loop — Washington, D.C

2. Rock Creek Park's Reservation 630 to Pinehurst Branch loop — Washington, D.C

3. Rock Creek Nature Park Center to LSD Temple loop — Washington, D.C

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