Trails
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Alexandria Heritage Trail
Phone: 703/838-4399
Explore the archaeology and history of this unique 22-mile urban trail with more than 40 museums and historic parks. Learn the heritage of Native Americans, Colonists, African Americans, Civil War civilians and soldiers, and more.
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Mount Vernon Forest Trail
Phone: 703/780-2000
This nature walk through George Washington's wilderness leads past mature oak and hickory trees, and features attractions such as Washington's cobble quarry and a wooden footbridge over a 100-foot wide ravine. Interpretive signs throughout list fascinating facts about the woods and wildlife.
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Mount Vernon Trail
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Phone: 703/838-5005
With the river as your companion, walk, bike, or jog the 18.5-mile trail from George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate to Theodore Roosevelt Island. Along the way enjoy a view of the Potomac at Riverside Park, take a side trip to the Dyke Marsh wildlife habitat or visit Jones Point Park and its 19th-century lighthouse. Beyond Alexandria, view the Washington skyline from Gravelly Point and the Navy-Marine Memorial depicting gulls in flight over a wave. A complimentary map is available at the Ramsay House Visitors Center, 221 King St.
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Potomac Heritage Trail
Phone: 703/838-5005
www.civilwartraveler.comExplore Northern Virginia's heritage - this trail includes historic sites such as Mount Vernon, Civil War sites, waterways, scenic vistas and more. Brochure at the Ramsay House Visitors Center, 221 King St.
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Virginia Civil War Trails - Northern Virginia: Crossroads of Conflict
Phone: 703/838-5005
The Virginia Civil War Trails is a state-wide system of over 200 authentic Civil War sites divided into five regions, and linked by a combination of driving, biking and walking trails. Alexandria is the first city to become an official site and is part of the Northern Virginia Trail. For more information call 888/CIVIL WAR or stop by the Ramsay House Visitors Center, 221 King St., for a free brochure.
