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Washington Monument – Tidal Basin loop from Northern Virginia Community College - Alexandria Campus

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United States

Virginia

Alexandria

Washington Monument – Tidal Basin loop from Northern Virginia Community College - Alexandria Campus

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Washington Monument – Tidal Basin loop from Northern Virginia Community College - Alexandria Campus

02:00

36.0km

210m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 30, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 20.3 km for 83 m

After 20.8 km for 51 m

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Start point

Bus stop

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9.82 km

Francis Scott Key Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This is a paved path across the bridge with metal railings separating pedestrians/cyclists from vehicular traffic. It feels safe but it can be a little loud. The views are beautiful.

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9.88 km

Key Bridge Boathouse

Highlight • Rest Area

Boathouse where canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards can be rented. Great way to explore the Potomac shoreline up and down stream.

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20.3 km

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Highlight • Monument

The National Museum of African American History and Culture is the only national museum created for to preserve African American history and culture. This Museum is home to over 40,000 artifacts and was opened on September 24, 2016.

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20.9 km

Washington Monument

Highlight • Monument

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

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22.1 km

Tidal Basin

Highlight • Lake

Great facility that man / woman should definitely see during a visit...

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22.9 km

Tidal Basin Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Tidal Basin bridge, ideal spot for DC National Mall photos, specially during Fall. Gets quite busy during spring bloom. Very active on weekends, so trail sharing is a must.

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25.6 km

Gravelly Point Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

The approach to Reagan National Airport is not easy, following the Potomac River with a late, deep turn to land. At this point the planes fly close enough to touch. Anyone who has anything left for aviation should come here.

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25.9 km

Roaches Run Waterfowl Sanctuary

Nature Reserve

36.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.6 km

2.35 km

1.22 km

1.16 km

737 m

Surfaces

23.7 km

10.9 km

1.06 km

369 m

Elevation

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Washington Monument – Tidal Basin loop from Northern Virginia Community College - Alexandria Campus

Francis Scott Key Bridge

Key Bridge Boathouse

National Museum of African American History and Culture

Washington Monument

Tidal Basin

Tidal Basin Bridge

Gravelly Point Park

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