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Montgomery County
Bethesda

Beach Road – Water fountain on Beach Drive loop from National Library of Medicine

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Running trails & routes
United States
Maryland
Montgomery County
Bethesda

Beach Road – Water fountain on Beach Drive loop from National Library of Medicine

Moderate

4.7

(2837)

15,736

runners

Beach Road – Water fountain on Beach Drive loop from National Library of Medicine

01:01

8.74km

30m

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: August 23, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Elmhirst Parkway Neighborhood Conservation Area

Rock Creek Stream Valley Park

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.23 km

Beach Road

Highlight (Segment) • Rest Area

Smooth road surface and not much traffic. Slight decline if heading south. The Rock Creek Trail runs parallel.

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2

1.44 km

Water fountain on Beach Drive

Highlight • Rest Area

One of the few water fountains on beach drive

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3

4.45 km

View of the LDS temple

Highlight • Viewpoint

Good views can be had along this section of the Rock Creek Trail. The main entrance is off Stoneybrook Drive.

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B

8.74 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.99 km

1.65 km

1.11 km

Surfaces

6.02 km

2.68 km

< 100 m

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Saturday 10 October

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