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Wilson Bridge Trail Opens

The Woodrow Wilson Bridge Trail, though not yet completed, opened on June 6, just in time for a scenic summer ride.

Pedestrians and cyclists enjoy a day out on the Woodrow Wilson Bridge Trail that crosses the Potomac. The trail opened June 6, though construction is not yet complete.

Pedestrians and cyclists enjoy a day out on the Woodrow Wilson Bridge Trail that crosses the Potomac. The trail opened June 6, though construction is not yet complete.

Robert Thomson-The Washington Post

A cyclist's view above the Wilson Bridge from Wilson Bridge Trail on the Maryland side. Though traffic can be heard along the trail, people enjoy the trail for its beautiful views of the Potomac, Old Town Alexandria, and the Prince George's shoreline.

A cyclist's view above the Wilson Bridge from Wilson Bridge Trail on the Maryland side. Though traffic can be heard along the trail, people enjoy the trail for its beautiful views of the Potomac, Old Town Alexandria, and the Prince George's shoreline.

Michael D. Bolden-The Washington Post

The trail, with its observation points, runs along the north side of the Wilson Bridge, along the Beltway's inner loop.

The trail, with its observation points, runs along the north side of the Wilson Bridge, along the Beltway's inner loop.

Robert Thomson-The Washington Post

A makeshift sign points the way to the Wilson Bridge Trail. Permanent signs indicating upcoming turns, the trail rules, and mile markers will be posted in the next few weeks.

A makeshift sign points the way to the Wilson Bridge Trail. Permanent signs indicating upcoming turns, the trail rules, and mile markers will be posted in the next few weeks.

Michael D. Bolden-The Washington Post

Cyclists ride toward Maryland on the Wilson Bridge Trail on June 27, 2009. The current speed limit on the trail is set at 10 MPH, which many commuting cyclists say is too slow.

Cyclists ride toward Maryland on the Wilson Bridge Trail on June 27, 2009. The current speed limit on the trail is set at 10 MPH, which many commuting cyclists say is too slow.

Michael D. Bolden-The Washington Post

On the Virginia side of the Wilson Bridge, a directional medallion points the way.

On the Virginia side of the Wilson Bridge, a directional medallion points the way.

Michael D. Bolden-The Washington Post

The Maryland side of the Wilson Bridge Trail has an excellent view of the Potomac.

The Maryland side of the Wilson Bridge Trail has an excellent view of the Potomac.

Michael D. Bolden-The Washington Post

During busy or quiet times on the trail, riders and walkers share the space.

During busy or quiet times on the trail, riders and walkers share the space.

Robert Thomson-The Washington Post

Stopping to read an informational display on the Wilson Bridge Trail also provides a chance to appreciate the Potomac River views. The three lookout posts along the trail are equipped with telescopes for a closer look.

Stopping to read an informational display on the Wilson Bridge Trail also provides a chance to appreciate the Potomac River views. The three lookout posts along the trail are equipped with telescopes for a closer look.

Michael D. Bolden-The Washington Post

Park police patrol the Wilson Bridge Trail on motorized scooters on June 27, 2009. So far, police have not been giving out tickets to riders, but are there to supply information and ensure public safety.

Park police patrol the Wilson Bridge Trail on motorized scooters on June 27, 2009. So far, police have not been giving out tickets to riders, but are there to supply information and ensure public safety.

Michael D. Bolden-The Washington Post

The beginning of the Wilson Bridge Trail in Maryland.

The beginning of the Wilson Bridge Trail in Maryland.

Michael D. Bolden-The Washington Post

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