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Korean War Veterans Memorial – Rock Creek Park loop from Van Ness–UDC

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District Of Columbia

Korean War Veterans Memorial – Rock Creek Park loop from Van Ness–UDC

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Korean War Veterans Memorial – Rock Creek Park loop from Van Ness–UDC

02:40

43.9km

250m

Cycling

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

Last updated: April 21, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 9.42 km for 159 m

After 10.6 km for 153 m

After 11.7 km for 57 m

After 22.6 km for 64 m

After 42.0 km for 72 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.94 km

View of the Georgetown Waterfront

Highlight • Viewpoint

The cycle path leading here offers magnificent views of the city at any time of the day or night almost along its entire length.

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9.50 km

Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool

Highlight • Monument

The Lincoln Memorial and adjoining reflecting pool are another must-see when visiting Washington. Of course, the mall is perfect for a run and early in the morning you have "Abe" …

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10.7 km

Korean War Veterans Memorial

Highlight • Monument

The Korean War Veterans Memorial is a must-see sculptural group when visiting Washington

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11.7 km

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial

Highlight • Monument

Great monument - also quite monumental with the relief, which was carved into the large stone... But despite everything, not as pompous as some of the other monuments around and …

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28.5 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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29.8 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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31.1 km

Boulder Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

A beautiful stone bridge with an arch. The construction is completely different from the pedestrian bridges around it.

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34.0 km

Rock Creek Park

Highlight • Forest

Rock Creek Park, spanning 1,754 acres, is a natural escape from city life, offering trails, wildlife, and historic landmarks. Founded by Congress in 1890, this national park features not only …

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42.1 km

Broad Branch

Nature Reserve

43.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.2 km

5.56 km

2.45 km

1.96 km

1.43 km

202 m

115 m

Surfaces

34.8 km

8.23 km

658 m

179 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

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Today

Wednesday 15 July

37°C

22°C

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Korean War Veterans Memorial – Rock Creek Park loop from Van Ness–UDC

View of the Georgetown Waterfront

Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool

Korean War Veterans Memorial

Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial

Klingle Road Wooden Bridge

Peirce Mill

Boulder Bridge

Rock Creek Park

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