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7 Trails in or Near Washington, DC

Looking for a good place to get out of the house and explore? Here's a sample of seven popular trails in the DC area. Follow the links at the bottom of the list to find even more. Washington & Old Dominion Trail -- The W&OD, a popular paved rail trail, runs 45 miles from Shirlington to Purcellville, VA. It's sometimes nicknamed the skinniest park in Virginia and is along the former … [Read more...] about 7 Trails in or Near Washington, DC

Explore Rock Creek Park on Foot, Bike or Horseback

Need to stretch your legs--or let a horse do the walking while you enjoy a ramble in the woods? The 4.4-square-mile Rock Creek Park has 32 miles of trails and an infinite number of loops to choose from. Mount up at the Rock Creek Horse Center, enjoy lunch in one of the picnic areas, or expand your knowledge in the Nature Center or Planetarium. … [Read more...] about Explore Rock Creek Park on Foot, Bike or Horseback