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Brookland


Highlights:

Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Franciscan monastery, DC's oldest cemetery
Near:Washington, DC
Scenery:
Distance:6 miles round trip
Elevation Gain:300 ft
Hike Time:3 hours
Difficulty:Easy
Trail Condition:Fire road/pavement
HikeType:Loop


Summary:  The Brookland section of Northeast Washington is a distinctive area that feels more like a separate community than an outlying part of the nation's capital. Heavily Catholic, it's a fascinating, multi-ethnic spanse of campuses, religious institutions, residential neighborhoods, and historic cemeteries.
The route traverses by the Basilica, the wold's 8th largest church and the second tallest masonry structure in DC. And the famous statue marking the memorial to Marian Adams, created by Augustus Saint-Gaudens, and nicknamed "Grief" by Mark Twain.

Trailhead: Take Metro Red line train to Brookland-CUA station. (Lat:38.9341 Lon:-76.9939)
Trail Guides for Brookland:
60 Hikes within 60 miles of Washington D.C.
by Paul Elliott (Menasha Ridge Press)

Best Seasons: Year-Round
User Groups: Hikers,
Ranger Contact: None
Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Joe Cross, who has posted  56 other hikes on this site
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Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site.
Keys: Washington, DC Hiking, Washington, DC Trails, Washington, DC Hikes, District Of Columbia County Hiking, District Of Columbia County Trails, District Of Columbia County Hikes

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