This 3.6 mile paddle on the Anacostia River runs from Riverwalk Park through urban Washington, passing Poplar Point and Giesboro Point along the channel. The route moves through the district toward Georgetown Channel and Naval Support Activity Washington.
This 5.81 km paddling route begins at Riverwalk Park on Anacostia Drive SE and follows the Anacostia River downstream to its historic confluence with the Potomac River. Paddlers experience urban waterway scenery with views of Washington DC landmarks, wildlife observation opportunities along riverbanks, and calm water conditions ideal for recreational kayaking and canoeing. The route features 292 scenic viewing points and provides real-time water data for safe trip planning.