This 4-mile water route runs through Washington from Benning to Bladensburg along the Anacostia Tributary Trail System. The channel passes near Licking Banks, Beaverdam Creek, and Watts Branch through urban reaches.
The Benning Road to Bladensburg trail spans 6.37 kilometers through Washington DC with a modest elevation gain of 4.68 meters, offering an accessible urban adventure along the Anacostia River. This segment of the Anacostia Tributary Trail System connects historic neighborhoods while providing scenic waterfront views and access to natural areas within the city.