Small, but serene trail. There are two entrances near the Van Ness Metro; which can get a bit…read moreconfusing as the marking isn't great. Just follow the stream. There's some moderately difficult rocky areas, and after rainfall it can get a little tough to navigate as the trail crosses the stream several times. Despite being surrounded by residential areas, the valley is deep enough that you can't hear or see them much. The unusual rocks and plant life provide a slightly different aesthetic than the rest of Rock Creek Park. It's a very nice place; a good start to a longer hike as it ends on Beach Drive and the accompanying trails along Rock Creek. Word of warning: the end of the trail requires you to walk on a road a bit to get to anything else in Rock Creek Park. Stay cautious there; there isn't much space.

The trail system is a gem, tucked in the ravine between two residential neighborhoods. Lots of…read morestream crossings, but there are rocks to keep your feet dry. Especially pretty in the fall with all of the crunchy leaves.

One of Maryland's most beautiful trails! It runs about 10 miles long. I enjoyed a nice 4-mile walk…read morehere on Good Friday. It's very scenic for walkers, runners and bikers. Encountered some deer along the way. I would visit here again.

This stretch of greenway runs through parts of the Takoma Park/Silver Spring area. The road is a…read morebit dodgy and has some weird turns. Walking gets you a pleasant experience with numerous footbridges crossing the small creek and a playground and some other handy facilities. You wouldn't come here to seek out this park from anywhere else as there are grander spots aplenty. But it makes a nice neighborhood resource in a generally green region.

I adore this local trail. Perfect for strolls with the family, small kids in strollers, bikers &…read morewalking your dog. It stretches for miles into dc region if your running or biking for marathons. Lots of benches for breaks between miles. A picnic gazebo area and soccer field towards Georgia Ave side (unit 3).

Beautiful trails with plentiful benches. I live right next to the Matthew Trail and casually walk…read moremy dog once in a while. The trails goes all the way down to Georgia Ave which is about a 45 min walk from my house, Great Exercise! The trails are very clean and well maintained. Most of the trail are lined with the backyard of houses but the trees help block out the sun and create a perfect walk in the park. My dog loves this trails as there are many other patrons walking their dogs as well. I've seen many bikers and runners on the trails and I seem to meet some regulars now that I go! At the end of one of the pathway includes information on the Matthew Henson Trail and it's origin. Definitely recommend reading the board if you even see it. If you live near Georgia ave and want to take a mod I g walk or a run, I definitely recommend the trail.

This place is huge. You can explore in DC or Maryland. There are trails for bikes or you can take a…read moreleisurely drive or walk. The trails in Takoma Park Maryland are convenient to travel when visiting friends.

Love a accessible national park via public transit! The views are absolutely stunning with the high…read moreterrain spots, the creek, and endless amount of foliage along the winding path. We had great animal encounters with squirrels, ducks, snakes, and deer! Its the perfect place to retreat from the city and go on a walk with nature, even on a hot day. The grounds are well labeled and urban enough where you're not worried about getting trapped in the woods. There is also a designated picnic area we saw families enjoy.

This is a section of the Rock Creek Park pretty much just a patch of greenery between Tilden and…read moreRodman Streets. If you following the trail from one street to the other it's only about a third of a mile long. There is a new foot bridge there now parallel to Rodman which leads out to Connecticut Ave through an alleyway (the trail continues on the east side of Connecticut leading into the main part of Rock Creek Park). Due to its limited size it seems to be generally quiet. Not a bad place to take a short stroll or as an alternate to walking on Connecticut Ave if you just want to escape into the woods for a moment.

This park is a nice spot to stroll, stretch your legs, enjoy a bit of green away from Cleveland…read morePark. One great thing about Washington DC is the amount of small little parks that are available for contemplation and meditation...

This is my go to park when I want to get a nice walk/run in or picnic with a friend. The views are…read morebeautiful since it's a little peninsula with water surrounding majority of the park. The entire loop is about 4 miles I believe. There's always plenty of parking and I typically will go by the wharf side to park near the sidewalk instead of one of the lots closer to the Jefferson memorial. During the spring time you can see the cherry blossoms blooming here. When you get past the golf course the trail doesn't allow for cars so that you can freely walk or bike on the road. Highly recommend checking Hains Point/East Potomac Park out if you need a day to frolic for free.99 lol

Updating the review with a plug for the refurbished mini golf course. This historic location is in…read morethe shade and fun for the whole family.

This is an access point to the canal and the river. Here, the canal forms more of a pond, and is…read morepopulated by turtles. The towpath runs to a lock that is mostly overgrown. This particular section of canal is one of the farthest removed from its working days, and this section of river is one of the farthest removed from civilization. Not a bad access point if you're looking to get away, but don't be like me and think that you can do a zoom meetup in the quiet out here; no service. This spot is for people who want to get out there.

Jamie and I and our two Bulldogs love coming here. Jamie is an arborist and introduced me to this…read moreplace. We love seeing the Maryland's biggest tree. The first time we came here was on a snowy morning. It was beautiful. We came here numerous times after that. The dogs love it too. We live like 10 mins away from here so this is a real treat. It's great place to visit on a warm Saturday afternoon.

Had a great hike. Long trail with slight ups and downs, relatively easy. Good for kids, dogs and…read moreelderly people. We happened to went during woodfrogs season, recorded the sounds, frogs jumping and saw countless tadpoles , it was a treat for the kids. Our puppy Neo had a great time meeting new friends along the trail and playing with the leaves

Nice easy trail that is great for walking, walking your dog, or taking a stroll in nature. Not a…read morelot of scenery, but it gets you out in nature and that really helps if you have been cooped up at home during the Covid Pandemic. There are some very minor bridges here or there and a lot of people come here to run. Please remember to wear your mask as you are passing people constantly. There are several points of entry. I entered from the Damascus side where there are a bunch of townhomes and there is not a lot of parking, but a decent amount. I can see it being really difficult on a Saturday for parking though. Also, when you are exiting, it can get dangerous. Cars are coming from both sides and it is difficult to see if there are any incoming cars when the cars next to you are blocking your view. Just exit VERY slowly to be safe. There are some streams and water/ponds on the trail. Nothing spectacular, but there so its not just dirt and trees. You may run into some deer here or there because its Maryland. I just like the fact that this is an option for a good 20-30 minute walk and another 20-30 minute walk back.