Hiking The City

Our hike starts at the north end of Glover Archbold park. We follow an old stream bed through the woods, crossing a few local streets. With a little luck, we may catch a glimpse of a fox or deer. (This is the same trail that Silent Spring author Rachel Carson would take to go birdwatching in the 1950s. ) The trail is a dirt path with an occasional hill. ATHLETIC SHOES, WALKING SHOES or HIKING SHOES are a must. We may have to navigate obstacles such as a fallen tree or a large mud puddle. We stay on the trail till it ends at the old C&O Canal towpath in Georgetown. (A popular spot for local walks and bike rides). The towpath takes us down to a park by the Potomac River. You can stay there or we can continue another few blocks to M Street in Georgetown where there are many places to shop, drink and eat.