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Rock Creek Trail – Rock Creek loop from Kensington

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Rock Creek Trail – Rock Creek loop from Kensington

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Rock Creek Trail – Rock Creek loop from Kensington

01:03

9.59km

50m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

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Rock Creek Stream Valley Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.63 km

Rock Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Rock Creek Trail is a 14.5-mile trail that runs from Rock Creek Regional park to Washington DC. The trail is fully paved and does not have too much elevation change, so it is not particularly challenging.

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4.63 km

Water fountain on Beach Drive

Highlight • Rest Area

One of the few water fountains on beach drive

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7.06 km

Rock Creek

Highlight • River

Rock Creek winds through the forest, even passing near downtown Bethesda. A paved multi-use path follows alongside, weaving through the woods and connecting several parks—a nice, shaded stretch for an easy ride.

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9.59 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.98 km

2.83 km

2.66 km

125 m

Surfaces

7.36 km

2.22 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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