Didn't know this actually had a name. Who knew! Skip the banter, the answer is YES! VISIT! Everyone does! It's a staple landmark in DC! Story Time! I came to the Georgetown Waterfront in my Season of YES, which apparently includes saying yes to waterfront views, questionable boat dynamics, and accidental raccoon contour. My friend wanted to show me all things water for a memorable Holiday weekend, so Georgetown Waterfront was the obvious meet‑up, because this girl was NOT driving to Potomac, MD. Boats, docks... I was getting the full tour of our brown waters of the DMV. And honestly, this area is perfect: lively, scenic, and full of characters to watch. The park area has no tie‑ups, so if you want to have a picnic off your boat, the park grassy area is a short walk away. I grew up in DC and if you did too, you already know the rule: You do NOT get in the Potomac. We were raised on stories about what's in that water; dead bodies, secrets, evidence, probably a missing chapter of DC history. And no, it's not saltwater. It's Potomac, MD water: a very specific shade of brown that politely tells you to mind your business. Fast forward 25 years... Potomac still looks brown, still looks suspicious, still looks like it has a backstory it refuses to share. But here I am, floating on top of it like I'm not fully aware of its reputation. Now let's talk about the people‑watching, because THAT is the real attraction when you come to the Georgetown Waterfront. You've got the oldies but goodies, seasoned gentlemen with boats, confidence, and clearly the budget to sponsor a whole afternoon. And then you've got the young women they're "hosting," who look like they were born after the iPhone. The dynamic is... noticeable. The math is mathing. If I feel out of place with someone who is 16 years older, I can only imagine how these college girls felt. But let me give it to these girls, they laughed at the jokes and listened to stories from these men's "good ole college days"... 45 years ago. It made for GREAT entertainment. I found myself staring like, "Should I ask their ages or just assume this is a mentorship program?" I chose silence. Once a woman can be your daughter... I don't know. It's a little off‑putting. But here I am, on a boat, sharing space with someone's grandpa and someone's young college daughter. Seasoned men taking younger women out is a thing, and here I am watching the circle of life. Very interesting. I realize in this moment older men just want companionship and they will treat women to dinner and fun for the exchange. Eeeek. At one point I caught my reflection and realized the "charcoal contour" on my face. I looked like I'd done a charcoal face mask and forgot to rinse, nope, just hair dye from a hopeful silver fox. Not sure why men do this to stop the aging. Grey is in! Stop putting in dye on your beards gentlemen! It's not cool. Suddenly the college girls' side‑eyes made sense. They were trying to figure out if I was okay or if I'd just escaped from a fight. Nope ladies, it was beard paint all over my face calling me out, like, "Let's give you more attention and Racoon Eyes." Overall, the Georgetown Waterfront is beautiful, entertaining, and full of life. Great views, great energy, and always something to look at, even when you're trying not to. Best place to come, relax, picnic, tie up (if you have a boat), and enjoy the restaurants all along the water. Tip: Use the DC Wharf or National Harbor for gassing up! Georgetown lets you tie up without a fee, chaos in the best way. read more

Georgetown Waterfront Park is a beautiful park along the Potomac River in the heart of Georgetown. It stretches along the banks of the Potomac River on K Street from 31st Street NW to the Key Bridge. It is adjacent to the restaurant district, Washington Harbor, and Lowes movie theater. There are beautiful gardens, sculptures, fountains, greenspace, and pavilions throughout. The park has long walkways for cyclists, skaters, and pedestrians. Over the years, street parking has reduced as the city has prioritized bike lanes, however, there is ample paid underground parking. Street parking is easier to come by during early morning hours and late evenings. On weekends, driving and parking a long K Street is difficult due to pedestrian traffic, so be careful. The views across the river are beautiful as you can see the Rosslyn, VA skyline, Washington D.C. Mall, The Watergate Hotel, and Key Bridge. During warm months, boaters, kayakers, and competitive sports teams use the Potomac River as their recreational space. CONS: Parking - sometimes it can feel like a disappointment not being able to park on the street. The garages don't have the best ingress and egress and seem inconveniently situated. For such a large park, the limited street parking is a concern. At one point the street parking was ample, but the reconfiguration and reduction of street parking to construct bike lanes hasn't seemed like the best use of street space considering cyclists also ride on the mixed-used paths. Rats - at night, the rats run rampant. Trashcans often overflow onto the ground, making an ideal environment for rats to thrive. Narrow sidewalks - sidewalks along K Street are unbelievably narrow. Leading up to Washington Harbor, the mixed-use pathways are incredibly narrow. It wouldn't be an issue if the paths were for walking only, but they also accommodate cyclist, runners, and skaters. Not to mention groups, strollers, and people often casually strolling. Overall, a great space for strolling and leisure. read more

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This park is so nice to stroll and just relax at. Lots of waterfront places to sit and relax with your lunch or coffee. My husband and I just took a relaxing walk to get off M street. It's a little paradise away from the crowd. read more

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This is a very simple grassy park area along the Potomac River. We ran across it when trying the nearby Grace Street Coffee. This is a great place to just sit and sip your coffee and watch people rowing along the river. We stayed here for longer than we thought we would because it was so peaceful. Definitely just a chill spot to hang out. read more

Beautiful views & photo spots, lush green park adjacent to the Georgetown street. Lots of eateries close by. Metered street parkings are available but can be difficult to find during busy hours. read more

Clean, and a great view as well! You can see Arlington, VA just right across the bridge from here. Whether you've just been shopping all day, walking around, going for a run, or just need a break, you should stop by the waterfront park to relax. It is very safe out here. read more

Beautiful park that runs along the river and Georgetown. I've been here both day and night and believe it to be safe. There are a lot of people who take advantage of the park, and it connects to the Capital Crescent and Rock Creek Trails. If you're a runner, this is a great spot to start or finish read more

We passed by Georgetown Waterfront park when we were walking from Georgetown to Rosslyn. It had a beautiful view of VA and the river and I saw people jogging or spending time with their babies there. It was quiet and the place was clean. read more

I have lived in the DMV long enough to remember when the park by Washington Harbour was mostly a parking lot. The area is beautiful. You can have a picnic by the water. You can take a walk (or bike) along the waterfront. There are several restaurants that have the harbor as a beautiful backdrop. You can see the Kennedy Center across the water. I have seen wedding parties take pictures. I have waved to people on boats. I have watched boaters grab to go orders and enjoy a meal. I have seen dog walkers strolling (and most taking their pets' gifts with them). There are free concerts. When it is chilly enough, there is an ice skating rink. Parking is tricky. The closest (Colonial Garage) garage doesn't update parking specials on their social media (i.e. Sunday all day parking listed as $12 is actually $15). Foggy Bottom Metro is a healthy walk nearby. There is a circulator bus by metro, if you don't want to walk. There are also water taxis from VA. read more

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Within walking distance from the famous M street in Georgetown. A nice piece of greens space to relax after the congestion of M street and the surrounding area. Right on the Potomac River it gives quite a great view of DC and Theodore Roosevelt Island read more

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Georgetown Waterfront Park has a nice view of the Potomac River. There are steps to sit on as you enjoy the local entertainment playing nearby. Weekends tend to be busier than weekdays. It's a great place to take photos of the Kennedy Center from across the river at night. What a view! Overall, it's a clean park that has stunning views and direct access to Georgetown's dining scene. Be sure to walk uphill and check it out. Also, right next to the park there's a plaza with dining and shops too. Tip: if you're waiting in a long line in Georgetown for a product, don't. There's probably another shop with the same or even better product. Enjoy! read more

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If you are in DC, spend the day in the Georgetown neighborhood and start at this location! It has beautiful views of the Potomac River & Arlington's downtown and a great place to walk, jog , or bike ride on a trail. It has restaurants, coffee and bars and they also have events like concerts on Thursday nights in October. During October they have Halloween decorations and were building the ice skating rink which opens in November. From here, you can walk up Thomas Jefferson St to the shopping district, Tudor place, the OC Canal bridge, etc. read more

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What a beauty! Definitely Georgetown like you've never seen it before. You literally just turn a corner and then BOOM! Views for days, do you hear me?! Days!!! This park has remarkable views of the Potomac River and the Arlington Skyline. I schlepped here from Downtown Georgetown and was so shocked to have the entire park to myself. Granted it was at night, but still. It was enchanting. Felt like I was almost up close and personal with those bridge views. Plus, everything always looks so much prettier when it glows at night. You know how that goes. There's a nice walking and biking path that hugs the perimeter of the park. Plenty of open grassy field space which is perfect for both kids and your furry four legged friends. If you want to relax and hang out, there are several rest benches, many of which overlook the Potomac River. It's really a gorgeous a little park, and it's just a short little jaunt from downtown. On the way there, I walked over the cutest little pedestrian bridges that were all lit up with bright lights. This is also a popular park for local events, but I don't think anything has been really happening here during COVID. You should note that there are no public restrooms on site. There are several local businesses that are within walking distance, so when push comes to shove, you'll just have to walk to downtown to find a restroom. The only reason why I'm not rating this park 5 stars is because I saw several rats while I was there. If you've never seen an East Coast rat, those MFer's are huge, scary, and aren't really afraid of anything. They were crawling in and out of the trash bins that appeared to have not been emptied in a while. I know it's a public park, but they should probably do a better job of keeping it clean. Especially when they're easily prone to rats. Aside from that, this little park was truly lovely. If you find yourself in Georgetown, make it a point to come and visit this little beauty. read more

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Lovely park with water views. Paddling and boat rental available as well as large picnic areas all around. Perfect for bike riding and scootering to get around. read more

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At this park you get a great view of the Potomac. It really is a very beautiful sight. The river is always bustling with boats in summer. It has a nice path by the river. There's many close restaurants and shops. Georgetown is a pretty historic area. In this part of the neighborhood, it's quieter. The foot traffic is mostly along M Street. Going this way is much more enjoyable. The view of the Potomac is the best part. Along the river is a path used by joggers. It extends a long ways upstream. It overall is a nice park. It's more of a place to pass through than to sit around in. This is still worth a visit. read more

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There's street parking along the park Hard to find a spot but if you do it's super nice and easy to get the the park Perfect place for a picnic! read more

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This is a nice, bustling park with a view of the river from Georgetown. During a hot summer Saturday, there were folks sunbathing, running, taking photos with their family, and enjoying the expansive fountain area. I loved the photo ops -- especially of the black-eyed susans -- and the views of DC. I imagine it's a gorgeous location for the sunset. It also has a great view of Key Bridge. This waterfront park is definitely a stunner for area residents and visitors alike. read more

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I've lived here for 50 years and don't recall ever coming to this particular park of Georgetown in my adult life... it's beautiful, especially on a gorgeous, sunny day! Lots of park are to lay out a blanket and have picnics! Plenty of great eateries to dine waterside! It's very dog friendly! Nice, long path to walk or ride along which eventually hooks up to the C&O tow path. Definitely something I'm looking forward to doing again, SOON! read more

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Not to be confused with the Carlincity Airback Garden, which is something quite different. There are few things more beautiful than Georgetown Waterfront. The amazing river and the Kennedy Center and the buildings across the water of Arlington Virginia and then of course Georgetown in South. It's nothing short of gorgeous. To me this park represents some of the best usage of the famous river that whines (and winds, but it also whines sometimes, like Trump) through DC. I love this place a lot. They're doing a lot of construction during coronavirus here of course. It's totally understandable. Definitely one of my favourite places, and it reminds me of when I was 16, which is when I first came here. read more

An incredibly beautiful area to see the Potomac as well as strolling and people watching. We arrived quite early and all the waterfront restaurants were not open yet. There is a Starbucks nearby. However we were able to witness the rowers practicing this morning which was a plus! I would love to live here! The airplanes flying out of Ronald Reagan Airport can be seen and heard so that might need getting used to if I lived here! This is a 10 acre grassy park along the water. If one needs a sense of calmness and peace, come here! From the waterfront, it is easy to take one of the side streets up to M street where many of the shops and restaurants are located. We were fortunate to take a street which crosses the C & O canal! read more

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An absolute must-visit in the DC area! My friend and I had spent an afternoon walking around the Georgetown neighborhood and coming to the park was such a nice way to relax and take in gorgeous sunset views along the Potomac River. We saw so many joggers, bikers, walkers, paddlers out on the water, families with their children and pets, and people-watchers. Everyone seemed to be there to enjoy the lovely scenery. There's plenty of seating along the river and so many great picnic spots as well! We were also able to enjoy an amazing local singer's performance. All in all, such a wonderful park with the loveliest vibes:) read more

Georgetown Waterfront is a nice place to drop by if you're in the area. What I've done in the past is pick up a snack, coffee, or lunch and sit by the water for a break watching the yachts, crew teams, and party boats pass by. You can see the Kennedy Center and Rosslyn from there too. There's sparse seating in the area, and a fountain where water springs up that kids always run around at. You'll also see people walking their dogs. It's also a nice little detour to take out of town guests. read more

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Georgetown Waterfront Park is one of the best urban parks in DC. It's on the Potomac overlooking Rosslyn in Arlington, VA. There are plenty of walk ways and benches to enjoy the water and a sunny day. They also have informational signs throughout explaining the history and purpose of eco-friendly innovations found in the park. Just off the park is a bridge that reminds people of Seattle. Under the bridge, you can find a coffee shop, a theater, and a few restaurants. Pro-tip: Walk a few blocks to Baked and Wired for DC's best cupcakes. read more

Aside from shopping and dining, this waterfront park is why we love going to Georgetown! When my nephew was a toddler, we'd drive to this park on summer weekends so he can play in the fountains. He would run around the fountain, chase other kids, get wet and just have a plain good old time! I'd stand there supervising, making sure he doesn't hurt himself. He's six now, and he and I hung out at the fountains while his parents were shopping on M Street. It was a pretty warm day and the fountain was populated with running and happy kids, trying to stay cool. Sometimes, you'd see teenagers, and even adults (lots of runners) join the kids. The fountains are definitely one of the most popular features of this park. You will find a labyrinth close to the fountain, waterfront restaurants and cafes, and great views of the Potomac, the Kennedy Center, the Francis Scott Key Bridge and the Theodore Roosevelt Island. You can also take a water taxi from here to the District Wharf. There isn't a public restroom in this park, so you'll have to go to Starbucks or patronize other businesses in the area in order to use their restrooms. I took my nephew to Starbucks when he needed to go. We bought some refreshments, so we can use their restroom. There is also a Hershey's Ice Cream store across K St. :) read more

I was in Washington DC to attend a week-long convention at the Marriott Marquis by the National Mall. Because of this, I wasn't originally planning to visit Georgetown. It was too out of the way. Luckily, some friends that I met at convention wanted to visit the Apple store in Georgetown (ironically after my own Macbook had broken down then miraculously came back to life) so we took an Uber over there and turned it into a half-day adventure. After shopping at the Apple store, we all went our separate ways before meeting up again for lunch. I really wanted to see the Potomac River, so I dragged my new friend in that direction. When we reached the waterfront park after a short walk, I was in awe. There was so much beautiful nature and architecture to see along the waterfront, and I wanted to stay there for hours to absorb the serenity of it all. You could see people kayaking on the Potomac, ducks swimming in the water, and locals sitting on the benches and enjoying the view. I had spent three days prior to the convention touring the museums and monuments in National Mall and eating my way through the city. I had some great experiences at the convention as well. But honestly, the highlight of my entire trip was visiting Georgetown Waterfront Park. If you had only one day in DC, this is what I would recommend visiting. I'll be back here again someday! read more

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This is one of my favorite places to walk and relax. During the covid it is under construction and deserted. I didn't even see a boat. The boats are gone and the restaurants are closed expect for one or two who are doing takeout. You can't eat on the curbs or sidewalks. I'd honestly rather just cook at home. But the park is good for a run or bike ride. read more

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Lovely stroll through this amusing park and waterfront. You can spot the Virginia border from the front line! Movie theatre and restaurants in close vicinity. Pleasant and admirable view. read more

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Great park! Overlooking the Potomac River, there are plenty of restaurants, condos, hotels & apartments bordering this park. On the other side of the river, is Virginia. Great place to walk the furry babies, run, walk or just hang out on a bench or on the steps leading to the water. There's a sign that says don't feed the birds, but you'll find plenty of people feeding the pigeons & geese near the water. Not too far from the park are a bunch of shops in Georgetown & a AMC theater! Baked & Wired is super close if you want some yummy desserts or coffee & so is dog tag bakery - shop local & support this wonderful non profit! read more

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Best little park with nice grassy area to lay in and beautiful views of the Potomac as well as plenty of food options nearby on the food carts and nearby restaurants. in April they have beautiful cherry trees where you can see the sakura blossoms against the backdrop of the potomac. my husband and i come here occasionally to enjoy the view and lovely Washington weather. sometimes i walk the labyrinth to meditate. sometimes we sit and draw in the grass, or sit at the tables (one time we sat here enjoying DC cupcakes with a friend) and have a picnic with a view, or explore the latest art installations in the park. One time, we stumbled upon a bachata class in the park and had an impromptu dance lesson. this park is our favorite place to relax, stroll along the waterway, take out of town friends, or have a simple date. read more

Sparse and concrete waterfront. Few trees, no lush greenery and no benches. Nice views of Potomac. Surrounded by restaurants. Quiet scenery South of Georgetown away from packed sidewalks. Hit up the wood boat-pier close to the water. Rebel review: 5 star quietude read more

Excellent location, beautiful surroundings, and nice views. Plenty of food and bar options available. Good place to walk along the water or take a water taxi. Parking though is limited, sometimes takes a while to find one. read more

We've all mocked people who leave negative reviews for parks/monuments/other free locations that aren't even businesses... but today I'm going to be that person. I didn't like this park. There was virtually no place to sit in the shade - all the benches I saw were in direct sunlight - and you can't go down to the water (assuming you'd want to; it looked pretty grimy.) It has a nice view of Arlington across the bridge, but that's about it. I wouldn't recommend that anyone put this park on their must-see list. read more

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The waterfront park is dear to me. I've had some awesome times here talking and reflecting about life in general with friends at night off-peak hours. Somehow sitting and overlooking a body of water such as the Potomac puts one at peace. However, I do not recommend the place during Spring or Summer since it can be unruly unless that's your thing of people watching! read more

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The Georgetown Waterfront Park is one of my favorite places.  Aside from some delicious restaurants that initially brought me over here, it is just beautiful. You catch a great breeze from the water, and it is very well maintained.  I love running on the River Walk in the winter, but it is far too crowded in the summer to do this. Lots of great views from here! read more

Beautiful park in the heart of Gtown. Love bringing tourists here who never been to dc as they get a great view and you can take awesome pictures here as well. Take in the view grab a comfy blanket sit down and enjoy the scenery. Best to come around spring when the weather is not scorching humid or too cold. Bring your friends and family and have a good time... or sit down on your own and reflect here. Keep in mind parking can be a little tricky to find so be patient and once you get here take a breath and enjoy. This is one of the highlights of my city! read more

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I really wish I had more time in DC to check out this lovely park! Early Saturday morning find yogis and their dogs posing in the park, along with bikers strolling along and photographers capturing family portraits. The park offers kayaking and ice skating along with beautiful scenery and best of all the park itself is free!! (I believe ice skating and kayaking come at a small cost.) Would definitely recommend checking out the park earlier in the morning to beat the crowd. read more

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Is place was absolutely wonderful and if you in the area I would advise you check it out read more

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5 stars for a fantastic little park with a great view. My wife and I like to take our dog over to the Georgetown Waterfront Park, located off K Street by Washington Harbor, whenever it is warm and we have some time. This 4 block or so stretch of park is a great place to have a picnic or walk your dog around on one of the winding paths that are filled with tons of grassy areas. During our most recent visit, we walked our dog along the trails and then back via the path by the river that looks over at Arlington. We noticed lots of tables and fun little monument-type of areas to keep people entertained. Since this park connects to the Rock Creek Trail, we were able to continue our walk beyond the park and have a great rest of the afternoon. Overall, the Georgetown Waterfront Park is a great little park to check out when you are over in the Washington Harbor area. Be sure to walk around and see all the views next time you are in the area. read more

Kidfriendlydc.com is spot on with summarizing the Georgetown Waterfront Park: "Georgetown Waterfront Park is like a Joni Mitchell song in reverse: They unpaved a parking lot and put up paradise." Georgetown Waterfront Park is a 10 acre linear park along a scenic curve of the Potomac River overlooking Roosevelt Island, the Arlington skyline, Memorial and Francis Scott Key Bridges, the Kennedy Performing Arts Center, Watergate, and acres of riverfront. In essence, the Georgetown Waterfront Park is a riverwalk between the Washington Harbor and Francis Scott Key Bridge. It is a riverwalk that is incorporated into the National Park system and serves as a vital connection to approximately 225 miles of parkland reaching to Mount Vernon, Virginia and Cumberland, Maryland. The Georgetown Waterfront is a riverside landscape where people can escape the hustle and bustle of the Washington DC streets to partake in relaxation and recreation. The Potomac River is a popular water playground for paddleboating. The pristine vista of Roosevelt Island gives the illusion that you are paddleboating when George Washington was President. The centerpiece, the interactive fountain area is where families gather. Children play in the interactive fountain area while adults enjoy the scenic Vistas from a comfortable bench. Outdoor recreationists utilize the river walk for jogging, running, and hiking. The Waterfront Park is wide with parallel trails, greenery, a sundry of benches, and consistent vistas of the Potomac River and the Georgetown waterfront. What it isn't is shady. The trees have years to grow into canopies providing shade. What is interesting is that this riverwalk used to be a series of blighted land uses along the river. This included parking lots. There had been a plan to build an Interstate in its place. The public said "no way" to this. What you have is a linear park that celebrates the river. Wisconsin Avenue is a gateway to the park. When we explored Georgetown Waterfront via Wisconsin Avenue, our first impression was the fountain with the Potomac River. We walked it east to the Harbor then west toward the bridge. This is a walking shoreline post card. My favorite moments were sitting on the bench clearing my thoughts while taking in the sights and sounds of the river. With this said, I'd like to add meditating to the list of activities to enjoy here. Suddenly the summer humidity turned to a rainstorm and we'd have to seek shelter in the Washington Harbor Starbuck's. The Washington Harbor complex is an attractive landmark along the Waterfront and a nice place for lunch. When the sun returned, we made our way toward the bridge. Then suddenly it was raining again and we ultimately departed the park to seek shelter on Water Street. In a way this was a good thing. The hiking bug was biting and have a feeling that I was going to lead my family on an extended hike. A cab from Cumberland, Maryland to Thomas Circle is very $. When you unpave a parking lot and put up paradise, the result is spectacular places. Georgetown Waterfront Park is a shining example. read more

Beautiful. 1) Love walking around here. 2) Lots of events happening. 3) Overall, get place to unwind. read more

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