Name: Western Ridge Trail
Rating: 4.0

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“A mostly smooth trail traversing the entire western side of Rock Creek Park.”

— Doug Hay

GPX File — Driving Directions

Overview

Features: Birding — River/Creek — Wildflowers — Wildlife

Dogs: Leashed

Description

Western Ridge Trail is one of the more popular trails through Rock Creek Park. Offering just under 5 miles of trail, this route will take you up and down the ridges offering views of the river and surrounding area. The trail itself switches a few times between hiking and biking during the first few miles, then ultimately to a shared hiking/horse trail for the last third or so. For the most part the trail is well marked (green blazes) and well defined, with moderate terrain. Once you move past the first section, the trail widens a bit with better footing.