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U.S. Capitol – Washington Monument loop from Rosslyn

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U.S. Capitol – Washington Monument loop from Rosslyn

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4.8

(6629)

16,725

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U.S. Capitol – Washington Monument loop from Rosslyn

01:45

16.9km

80m

Running

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

Last updated: June 8, 2026

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Lady Bird Johnson Park (Columbia Island)

National Mall

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Start point

Train Station

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1.77 km

Mount Vernon Trail

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The Mount Vernon Trail is an 18-mile paved path connecting George Washington's Mount Vernon to Theodore Roosevelt Island, linking Fairfax County, Alexandria, Arlington County, and Washington, D.C. It offers great …

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4.21 km

Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool

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The Lincoln Memorial and adjoining reflecting pool are another must-see when visiting Washington. Of course, the mall is perfect for a run and early in the morning you have "Abe" …

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8.37 km

U.S. Capitol

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The lesser-known east side of the Capitol. Here is the entrance to the underground visitor center and close to the headquarters of important institutions such as the National Library and the Supreme Court.

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9.36 km

United States Capitol

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Worth Visiting

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11.1 km

Washington Monument

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Super nice running paths around the Washington Monument.

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11.4 km

Washington Monument

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The largest obelisk in the world was built from white marble in honor of the first American president, George Washington.

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11.7 km

World War II Memorial

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The World War II Memorial is very large, 7.4-acres to be exact! The memorial is made up of 56 granite pillars, each 17 feet tall. There is an amazing amount of landscaping and water in the fountain here as well.

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11.9 km

Washington Monument

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The Washington Monument is an obelisk on the National Mall and is one of the most well-known landmarks in Washington, DC. The monument was constructed to memorialize George Washington, one …

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12.2 km

Reflecting Pool

Lake

16.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.6 km

143 m

122 m

Surfaces

8.36 km

4.70 km

2.60 km

818 m

319 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Thursday 2 July

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U.S. Capitol – Washington Monument loop from Rosslyn

Mount Vernon Trail

Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool

U.S. Capitol

United States Capitol

Washington Monument

Washington Monument

World War II Memorial

Washington Monument

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