Hiking Trails & Parks in Alexandria, District of Columbia
6 trails & 0 parks in Alexandria, located in Fairfax County, District of Columbia.
About Outdoor Recreation in Alexandria, District of Columbia
Alexandria offers 6 mapped hiking trails and 0 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Fairfax County, District of Columbia, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
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Hiking Trails in Alexandria
From the OutsideAtlas Blog
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in District of Columbia, Ranked
District of Columbia's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Holly MandarichDistrict of Columbia's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten District of Columbia trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Tobias MrzykThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in District of Columbia
Ten gentle, well-marked District of Columbia trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in District of Columbia
District of Columbia's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Joshua EarleThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in District of Columbia
Federal parks and recreation areas in District of Columbia ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Sergei AkulichBest Waterfall Hikes in District of Columbia: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
District of Columbia's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.