Ramble with a Ranger: Boulder Bridge Loop

Rock Creek Park

  • Jan 17, 2026 at 9:30 AM
  • Free

The Boulder Bridge Loop is a ranger favorite: creek views, towering forests, steep ridge climbs, and long enough to feel like you’ve gotten a workout. Join a ranger on this 3.5 mile hike through the diverse trees, traipse across two bridges, and summit the Western Ridge trail all while learning about the park from an expert.

This hike leaves from the Nature Center. 

This program may be cancelledin the event of bad weather at the discretion of park staff. Feel free to check the Rock Creek Park website the day of to confirm, or call the Nature Center (202-895-6070) the day of to confirm. Be sure to leave a voicemail for a callback.  

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

The Rock Creek Park Nature Center and Planetarium is located at 5200 Glover Road NW, Washington DC, 20015

Latitude and Longitude 38.960047, -77.051760

Schedule

Date:

Jan 17, 2026

Time:

9:30 AM

Duration:

2 hours

Event Type

  • Hike
  • Talk
Tags: ranger hike, nature hike, boulder bridge, hike