Thomas Jefferson Memorial – Anacostia Riverwalk Trail loop from West Hyattsville

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United States

Maryland

Prince George'S County

Hyattsville

Thomas Jefferson Memorial – Anacostia Riverwalk Trail loop from West Hyattsville

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Thomas Jefferson Memorial – Anacostia Riverwalk Trail loop from West Hyattsville

02:19

52.4km

120m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 25.0 km for 79 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.28 km

Bladensburg Battlefield

Highlight • Historical Site

This site is famous for a very important and unfortunate event in American history: the Battle of Bladensburg during the War of 1812. You can learn about the battle, see historical markers, and understand how this event shaped the nation.

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5.12 km

Bladensburg Waterfront — Anacostia River

Highlight (Segment) • River

Beautiful scenery, and connects to plenty trails.

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7.85 km

Anacostia Riverwalk Trail

Highlight • Trail

The Anacostia Riverwalk Trail follows along the Anacostia River from Bladensburg to the Navy Yard, covering 21.5 miles through forests, fields, marshes, and river ecosystems. Ideal for walking, jogging, biking, …

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25.0 km

Thomas Jefferson Memorial

Highlight • Monument

In addition to the Jefferson Memorial itself, which Franklin D. Roosewelt had built for the founding father of the USA and the author of the Declaration of Independence, the view …

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27.5 km

Washington DC Skyline

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Along this section of the Mount Vernon Trail you have views across the Potomac and can see the Washington Monument rising above its surroundings.

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34.3 km

View of Nationals Park and the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A nice respite spot in section F of the Anacostia River Park right before heading into downtown D.C., via the Frederick Douglas Bridge.

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35.2 km

Anacostia Riverwalk Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Anacostia Riverwalk Trail is a non-stop 20-mile-long trail that is on both sides of the Anacostia River. The trail is 10-12 feet wide and is open to cyclists, runners, skaters, and walkers.

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41.3 km