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Particularly Special Place
Description
Roosevelt Island is a haven for many species of bird. Birders will find habitat for wading birds, raptors, and warblers. Wildflowers put on a spectacular show in spring and early summer. This viewpoint is a great place to take in the views and scout birds.
Short Hike: Cross the bridge from the parking lot and turn right onto the Swamp Trail. Follow it as it rounds the south side of the island and look for the overlook spur on the left side of the trail.
Family Friendly: A short walk culminating in great wildlife viewing.
Gem Type: Other
Nearby Gems
Nearby Trails
1.6
mi
2.6
km
Billy Goat Trail Section A
Intermediate/Difficult
Potomac, MD
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Intermediate/Difficult
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Potomac, MD |
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51
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3.3
mi
5.3
km
Great Falls Park - South Loop
Intermediate
Great Falls, VA
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Intermediate
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Great Falls, VA |
All Clear
Update
77 days ago
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47
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3.5
mi
5.7
km
Berma Road to Billy Goat Trail Section A
Intermediate/Difficult
Potomac, MD
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Intermediate/Difficult
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Potomac, MD |
Unknown
Update
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30
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8.8
mi
14.2
km
Rock Creek Park Loop: Western Ridge to Valley Trails
Intermediate
Washington, DC
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Intermediate
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Washington, DC |
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35
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1.3
mi
2.1
km
River Trail
Intermediate
Great Falls, VA
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Intermediate
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Great Falls, VA |
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21
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1.6
mi
2.6
km
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Loop
Easy
Potomac, MD
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Easy
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Potomac, MD |
Unknown
Update
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6
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191.9
mi
308.8
km
Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Towpath
Easy
Washington, DC
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Easy
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Washington, DC |
Unknown
Update
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15
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4.1
mi
6.6
km
Paint Branch Trail
Easy
Beltsville, MD
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Easy
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Beltsville, MD |
Unknown
Update
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4
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46.3
mi
74.5
km
W&OD Trail
Easy/Intermediate
Baileys Crossroads, VA
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Easy/Intermediate
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Baileys Crossroads, VA |
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15
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40.3
mi
64.9
km
Cross County Trail (CCT)
Easy/Intermediate
Occoquan, VA
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Easy/Intermediate
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Occoquan, VA |
Unknown
Update
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11
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