Best Easy Day Hikes Washington, D.C.

Best Easy Day Hikes Washington, D.C. includes concise descriptions and detailed maps for twenty easy-to-follow hikes in and near the nation's capital. Discover Theodore Roosevelt Island; monuments and memorials, museums, gardens, and Rock Creek Park; the C&O Canal towpath; and top-notch trails along the Potomac River. Look inside for:- Casual hikes to half-day adventures- Hikes for everyone, including families- Mile-by-mile directions and clear trail maps- Trail Finder for best hikes for history buffs, nature lovers, and water views- GPS coordinates

Louise S. Baxter is a freelance writer in the Washington, D.C. area whose articles have appeared in the Washington Post and Travel Weekly, and on Condenast.com.