World War II Memorial – Washington Monument loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

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World War II Memorial – Washington Monument loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

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17,206

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World War II Memorial – Washington Monument loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

00:58

9.26km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 9, 2026

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Rock Creek & Potomac Parkway

West Potomac Park

World War II Memorial

Washington Monument Grounds

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Train Station

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1.83 km

View of Arlington Memorial Bridge

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2.88 km

View of the Washington Monument from the Lincoln Memorial's Reflecting Pool

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Reflection site from the Lincoln Memorial site

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4.48 km

Washington Monument

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Super nice running paths around the Washington Monument.

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4.77 km

Washington Monument

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

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5.09 km

The World War II Memorial is very large, 7.4-acres to be exact! The memorial is made up of 56 granite pillars, each 17 feet tall. There is an amazing amount of landscaping and water in the fountain here as well.

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5.26 km

Washington Monument

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The Washington Monument is an obelisk on the National Mall and is one of the most well-known landmarks in Washington, DC. The monument was constructed to memorialize George Washington, one …

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