What are good hiking spots in Washington, D.C.?

When you think of Washington, D.C., hiking isn't one of the first things that comes to mind. You're more likely to think politics, national monuments, and city life. But, truth be told, the nation's capital is packed with quality trails tailor-made for hiking. read more

The Washington, D.C. area has dozens of parks with great hiking trails offering scenery ranging from woodland views to mountain vistas. The best time to hike in this region is spring and fall, as summers can be oppressively hot and humid. Here is a guide to the best places to hike in the capital region. read more

Best Easy Hike: Appalachian Trail North Starting at the information center in town, the route crosses the Potomac River footbridge and traces the C&O towpath on the most level 2.5 miles of the Appalachian Trail. read more

When you think of Washington, D.C., hiking isn’t one of the first things that comes to mind. You’re more likely to think politics, national monuments, and city life. But, truth be told, the nation’s capital is packed with quality trails tailor-made for hiking. read more