Near White Horse Trail
Western Ridge Trail
Near White Horse Trail
Green blazes marking the Western Ridge Trail in Rock Creek Park.
Near White Horse Trail
Capitol stones in Rock Creek Park.

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White Horse Trail

3.0 (1 Rating)
A pleasant thoroughfare moving north to south through the southern length of the park.
1.8
mi
Distance
290
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Birding

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.76mi
Distance
290ft
Elevation Gain
212ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
327ft
High Point
73ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
As a major thoroughfare through the park, the White Horse Trail remains wide through its duration. There are some short segments where the doubletrack shrinks to be ~1-2 feet wide, though these sections are few and far between. The trail is easy to navigate, as elevation gain is minimal, and the trail surface is crushed gravel. There are few obstacles along the way. During a hike on this trail, take some time to enjoy the forested terrain, and to contemplate the history of the region.

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