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Difficult Run

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Difficult Run

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Difficult Run

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    Location: Mclean, Fairfax County, Virginia, United States

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    May 18, 2025

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    All told, Difficult Run flows almost 16 miles before finally reaching the Potomac River, right here. This stream hosts a lot of wildlife, and when traversing Great Falls Park it runs through a steep-walled gorge and tumbles into waterfalls.

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    1. Difficult Run, Ridge and River Trail Loop

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    Hike the Difficult Run, Ridge and River Trail Loop for 5.4 miles of varied terrain, river views, and moderate difficulty in Great Falls Park

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    2. View over the Mather Gorge – Great Falls Overlook 1 loop from Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

    9.87km

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    3. Great Falls Overlook 2 – Great Falls Overlook 1 loop from Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

    14.4km

    03:53

    190m

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    Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Location: Mclean, Fairfax County, Virginia, United States

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