DC Autumn Delights: A River Cruise (& Hike) (Rate: D FUN)
About the event
You must read the following NVHC Sign-in Sheet Statement/Liability Disclaimer, [https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf](https://nvhc.com/signin.pdf) and then answer the question that you will see when you RSVP with "I Accept" to be permitted on the hike.
6.5 mile loop hike with 217 feet elevation gain
Description: Autumn is a particularly lovely time to be in Washington DC. What more lovely a way to enjoy the change of seasons than on a [Sightseeing Potomac River Cruise](https://www.capitolrivercruises.com/tours) on the [Nightgale](https://www.capitolrivercruises.com/tours) with [Capital River Cruises](https://www.capitolrivercruises.com/) along the Potomac?
[Capital River Cruises](https://www.capitolrivercruises.com/) is giving us a CASH ONLY FLAT RATE of $20 per person. Thank you for paying me in CASH ONLY before the hike. I will then settle our contract with the Captain.
We will be doing the [Sightseeing Cruise](https://www.capitolrivercruises.com/tours) to enjoy the Most Spectacular Views of Washington, DC from the Potomac River.
Cruises are approximately 45 minutes with historical narration. Refreshments, Snacks and Restrooms on board. As we will be on the Noon Cruise, plan on Eating your Lunch on board, so pack yourself a great treat!
After the Hike and before heading back, we will stop at the Gelateria Dolce Vita on the Georgetown Waterfront for a little sweet treat after lunch.
Pace: 2.0 to 2.5 mph while moving
What to Bring: Adequate hydration, also snack/lunch, and sturdy hiking/walking shoes and a hat. Recommend Layers just in case.
Restrooms are available both at the Columbia Island Marina and on board the Nightingale.
Dogs: are not welcome on this hike. [NVHC Dog Policy](https://tinyurl.com/nvhcdogpolicy).
Weather: weather for this location can be found [HERE](https://weather.com/weather/today/l/f5eb957fcc631380629a5541b21a742eb7eeb5ad5ae988d2035003fb107d301f).
WHERE WILL WE MEET: We will meet in the parking lot of the [Columbia Island Marina](https://boatingindc.com/columbia-island-marina/), [Lady Byrd Johnson Park](https://www.nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/ladybirdjohnsonpark.htm), GW Parkway, Arlington, VA.
GPS Coordinates: [38.876415, -77.049614](https://www.google.com/maps/place/38%C2%B052'35.1%22N+77%C2%B002'58.6%22W/@38.8763751,-77.0494832,18.04z/data=!4m4!3m3!8m2!3d38.876415!4d-77.049614!5m1!1e1). [LINK TO MAP](https://maps.app.goo.gl/WLQdQSk7uFrS1ALN7)
We will proceed along the [Mount Vernon Trail](https://www.nps.gov/gwmp/planyourvisit/mtvernontrail.htm) and cross the [Key Bridge](https://www.nps.gov/places/000/francis-scott-key-bridge.htm)[ ](https://www.nps.gov/places/000/francis-scott-key-bridge.htm) - destination will be [Georgetown Waterfront park](https://www.nps.gov/places/georgetown-waterfront-park.htm)-- to be ready in time for our Noon Cruise.
We will head back along the river past the Lincoln Memorial to the 14th Street bridge and finish back at Columbia Island Marina.
Post Hike Fellowship: Island Time Bar & Grill in the Marina
Any questions feel free to message me here or text me with your name to at 703 533 9231 Dawn K
