Klingle Road Wooden Bridge – Peirce Mill loop from Dupont Circle

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Klingle Road Wooden Bridge – Peirce Mill loop from Dupont Circle

Easy

3.3

(29)

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Klingle Road Wooden Bridge – Peirce Mill loop from Dupont Circle

01:34

5.96km

50m

Hiking

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: September 9, 2026

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Rock Creek Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.69 km

Klingle Road Wooden Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The cycle path meanders along the river and so some bridges are necessary. The variety is surprising, no two seem alike. This one is simply made of wood.

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2.20 km

Bluffs Footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

The bridge leads from the Pierce Estate to the Jusserand Memorial.

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2.89 km

Pierce Mill

Highlight • Monument

Once a working gristmill in the 1800s, Pierce Mill offers a glimpse into early Washington industry amid the woodland calm of Rock Creek Park. Today, its restored stone walls and …

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2.93 km

Peirce Mill

Highlight • Monument

Peirce Mill, built in 1829 by Isaac Peirce on Rock Creek, once used water to power this mill that processed corn, wheat, and rye until its turbine shaft broke in …

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3.37 km

Jusserand Memorial Bench

Highlight • Monument

Julis Jusserand was the French ambassador at the beginning of the 20th century and, as a literary figure, a friend of the Washington elite of the time, including President Theodore …

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5.96 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.81 km

154 m

Surfaces

4.22 km

1.56 km