Rock Creek Park - Rapids Bridge Hike

This 2- mile loop hike takes you through the forest and then parallels the scenic whitewater section of Rock Creek before heading back uphill. The trail starts from the horse center and is identified by orange tape on wooden posts. Submitted by Joe Linehan

Cell Receptions

Excellent

ADA Accessible

Yes

Open Season

Fall,Spring,Summer,Winter

Stroller Friendly

Yes

Terrain Type

Dirt

Water Fountain

Yes

Bathrooms

Yes

Pet Friendly

Yes

Fee

$0.00

Nearby convenience store

Yes

Camping Nearby

Emergency support within 5 miles

Yes

Trail Length/Type

2.00 mi., Loop

Helpful Trail Information

Creek / River In addition to hiking the trail, Rock Creek Park has many other fun family-friendly activities including a nature center where ranger-led hikes begin, historically significant sites, and even a planetarium. A one-half mile self-guiding interpretive trail, the Woodland Trail, begins behind the Nature Center, while a one-fourth mile wheelchair-accessible Edge of the Woods trail begins right out the front door. The Nature Center is wheelchair-accessible.

Parking Details

Ample parking at the Nature Center. From the Nature Center, walk south/back through the parking lot toward the Horse Center. Take a sharp left into the Horse Center and head straight towards the corral. The dirt trail begins to the left of the corral.

Elevation gain

100 ft.

Stroller terrain

All Terrain