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Donaldson Run Nature Area – Donaldson Run Trail loop from Marymount University

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Donaldson Run Nature Area – Donaldson Run Trail loop from Marymount University

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Donaldson Run Nature Area – Donaldson Run Trail loop from Marymount University

01:39

5.77km

130m

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 10, 2026

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Bus stop

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275 m

Potomac Heritage Trail — Riverbank and Waterfall

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The Potomac Heritage Trail is spanning parts of the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States and connects various trails and historic sites in Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and the District of …

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2.02 km

Donaldson Run Nature Area

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hiking and walking in this huge park means enjoying nature

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Donaldson Run Trail

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The Donaldson Run Trail starts at the parking of Potomac Overlook Regional Park in Arlington. In dry seasons, this creek carries little water, but the many fallen trees in the …

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3.08 km

Potomac Overlook Regional Park

Nature Reserve

5.77 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.03 km

1.92 km

1.78 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

2.09 km

1.78 km

1.00 km

836 m

< 100 m

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Today

Saturday 25 July

29°C

19°C

14 %

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June 8, 2022,🇺🇸 VA - Potomac Overlook Regional Park Hike

There are several small regional nature parks along the Potomac River in Virginia and in Maryland on the east bank of the river. The riverbed is in a gorge and several small rivers from the higher residential areas feed the waters.
We park at Potomac Overlook Regional Park in Arlington and walk down the Donaldson Run Trail to the river. …

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