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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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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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The Best Bike Trails in Los Angeles

Los Angeles may seem car-centric, but there are a surprising number of biking opportunities in and around the city. Here are some of the best...

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5 Best Trails in San Francisco

The San Francisco Bay Area is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. The trails in and around the city cater to runners, hikers, cyclists and nature...

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