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Theodore Roosevelt Island
Monument, Island, and National Park
Northwest Washington, Washington
"amazing secret island, complete with marsh and memorial."(4 Tips)
"It;s a great tribute to the legacy of a great outdoorsman, Teddy R."(2 Tips)
"great place for a hike and quiet time"(4 Tips)
"peaceful walk through the woodlands and marshes"(3 Tips)
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- Real Living | At HomeJune 20, 2013And for those who like to stay downtown, you have TRI. A “real forest” it has miles of trails through woods and marshes. It;s a great tribute to the legacy of a great outdoorsman, Teddy R.
- Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 2, 2011You'll see a variety of wildlife, especially birds, on a peaceful walk through the woodlands and marshes here. Added bonus if you've brought your fishing pole, you can fish here, too! -- Green Guide
Gillian RussellNovember 5, 2016parkrun Roosevelt Island happens here every Saturday at 9AM. Free, timed 5K run. Rain or shine! Sign up to get your free id token at parkrun/usa. Join the biggest free running movement in the world!
Chickie M.April 18, 2016No bikes allowed but it's a nice short hike around the island with great views of Georgetown. I also saw a snake.
Stacy Bo BacyOctober 3, 2021Located in the middle of the Potomac River, between Virginia and the District. Lots of easy hikes.
JanaJanuary 29, 2019It reopened after the shutdown! The walk around the island was nice, but a bit muddy in parts. Do not miss the Roosevelt statue inthe middle!
Maggie MacGJuly 4, 2021This is a good short loop for hikers of all skill levels (1.5 miles) and shaded so good even for summer hikes.
DC Preservation LeagueJuly 22, 2011In honor of his love of nature, this 88-acres island was presented to the nation by the Roosevelt Memorial Association in 1931. The memorial was built in 1960 by Eric Grugler and Paul Manship
Ian Bryant-SmithJune 21, 2015A lovely bit of legitimate nature, not too a long walk from the Rosslyn Metro station.
Rich PesceApril 26, 2015Hidden gem. Great spot for a few running laps or even just a walk. Great statue of Teddy!
Alan BruceJune 19, 2012This place is beautiful your in the middle of the city but you are in the woods! Excellent for a run but your not allowed to bike on the island.
Andres FalconerJanuary 13, 2016Fantastic natural heritage site in the heart of DC. Great for walks, running.
My favorite place for a jog. Has it's own family of deer that live on the island, most of the time you can see them grazing
If you are in the DC/N.VA area, you like the outdoors and haven't been before, you are missing out! Don't forget to see the memorial on the inside of the island!
- Laura CovingtonMay 22, 2012amazing secret island, complete with marsh and memorial. great trail for a run - no bikes allowed!
- BossiApril 4, 2012Peace, tranquility, beauty, and every other minute 100 decibels of raw aviation fury.
KatherineMarch 10, 2012Don't come here after it gets dark since the island (and the memorial) is not lit. The island closes at 10:00pm, but no point coming here at night.
Beth LNovember 13, 2016The lone portapotty was in DEPLORABLE shape and badly needed service. Inadequate to handle the traffic .
Geoff SnowmanAugust 12, 2011The fountains are currently being refurbished. The sign says this will be completed June 2011, but it's August 2011 and there's no water yet. :)
KMangoMay 21, 2010A lot of people visit the island, but few know about the bridge over the marsh. Over a half mile in length, check it out!
Ree-An ASeptember 3, 2011I dearly hope that this construction and improvement job includes proper signage!
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