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Alexandria Aqueduct

It was 1830, and Alexandria, Virginia, was jealous. The new Chesapeake & Ohio Canal was two years into its construction. When completed, it...

Trail: Capital Crescent Trail
State: DC
Architecture Commerce, Economy & Work Railroads Science, Technology, Engineering, and Medicine
Braddock's Rock

Named because British General Edward Braddock’s expedition up to Pittsburgh, where he was roundly defeated at Fort Duquesne, purportedly launched...

Trail: Great American Rail-Trail
State: DC
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Medicine
Castle Gatehouse, Washington Aqueduct

The castle was built by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), who in the early 1850s was charged with providing a clean water supply to the...

Trail: Capital Crescent Trail
State: DC
Architecture Science, Technology, Engineering, and Medicine

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The Best Mountain Biking Rail-Trails in America

While most rail-trails have a characteristic straight and level projection, some do have surprising twists, turns, and elevation gains as they follow...

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Helpful Tips for Dog Walking on Trails

Rail-trails are not just for people. Often located in tranquil, nature-filled settings, rail-trails can be a nice escape for your pet from the typical...

Trail Use
10 Rail-Trail Hikes for Leaf Peeping

The crisp air, the rustling leaves: Is there anything more invigorating than an autumn hike? Here, you’ll find some extraordinary rail-trails tucked...

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