White House – Washington Monument loop from McPherson Square
White House – Washington Monument loop from McPherson Square
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White House – Washington Monument loop from McPherson Square
00:54
8.70km
30m
Running
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: November 6, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
Please check local regulations for:
Lafayette Square
The White House and President's Park
West Potomac Park
Constitution Gardens
World War II Memorial
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
1.45 km
White House
Highlight • Monument
On the south side you can still see the seat of government quite well from a distance.
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2.22 km
World War II Memorial
Highlight • Monument
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2.38 km
Washington Monument
Highlight • Monument
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3.10 km
View of the Washington Monument from the Lincoln Memorial's Reflecting Pool
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4.95 km
Washington Monument
Highlight • Monument
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8.70 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
8.40 km
280 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
6.04 km
2.58 km
< 100 m
< 100 m
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