Walking Event:

Open every day. Open from 8:00AM to 5:00PM from April through August. Open 9:00AM to 5:00PM in March, September and October. Open from 9:00AM to 4:00PM from November through February. Three 5-KM loop trails are available. The Estate Trail goes through public areas of the Mount Vernon Estate, passing by the mansion and many other restored buildings and through the Pioneer Farm and gardens.The West Gate Trail leaves the estate and uses a hiker/biker trail and local streets to enjoy a special view of the mansion from the West Gate of the estate-- the formal entrance to the estate when General Washington lived here. The River Trail also leaves the estate but uses a hiker/biker trail to wander beside the Potomac River, with beautiful views of the estate's wharf and other riverfront sites. Walk the Estate Trail alone or mix it with other trails to suit your fancy.