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Hike Trail

Sligo Creek Trail

4.7 (6 Ratings)
Paved path from Wheaton to New Hampshire Avenue.
8.8
mi
Distance
23
ft
Gain
easy
Difficulty
River/Creek

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
8.81mi
Distance
23ft
Elevation Gain
357ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
395ft
High Point
37ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This 10.2-mile hard surface trail runs along, you guessed it, Sligo Creek. The trail connects New Hampshire Avenue in Takoma Park to Ventura Avenue in Wheaton. This is part of the Anacostia Trail System. The trail has many picnic tables that are great for a nice day along the creek. There are a total of seven road crossings spread out along the length of the trail. Water and Restrooms are available along the trail.

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Contributors
Grant Dong