2026

ALERT - Due to increased Force Protection measures, general public visitation to the US Naval Academy is suspended.

This Walk is so good it was voted "Best" in the USA a number of years ago.

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WHAT IS THE EVENT

Capital - Downtown Annapolis - USNA

Year Round Walk

SN: 129809 - 2026 / Y0264

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Capitol dome
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Governor's mansion
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Naval Academy Chapel and John Paul Jones resting place
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Waterfront residence
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when is the event

From Fri, Jan 2nd, 2026 to Dec 31st, 2026

Start times: 10 - 5 Daily

Hosted on the Online Start Box (OSB) only

where is the event

Annapolis, Maryland

WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.

reasons to do the event

Special programs

Walking the United States - Capitals

Walking with America's Veterans

Washington-Rochambeau National Historic Trail

CC: Anne Arundel County

       Info

Special programs that are applicable to all events or all walks are not shown to reduce clutter.

Event comments

If Visitors Center parking lot is full, or there is no place to discharge bus patrons, retrace your path to Rowe Blvd. Make 1st left onto Taylor Ave. and park (fee) in the Navy Stadium on your right. Take the shuttle trolley to Visitors Bureau.The Visitor Center is staffed by volunteers so it may not open on time or be open during the posted hours. If not open, please either use the OSB or if you want to stamp your physical books, download the directions. Hopefully, the Center will be open when you complete the walk. We apologize for any inconvenience.

conditions for the event

Rating: 1A, Distance: 5, 11km

Restrooms: Yes

Pets: Yes

Strollers: Medium

Wheelchairs: Medium

Event information

The walk is through the historic City of Annapolis, which is also the capital of Maryland and the home of the U.S. Naval Academy. The route follows road shoulders and primarily sidewalks. Annapolis pavements are rough (part of the historic flavor) but suitable for large-wheeled strollers. Fee for IVV credit or non-IVV is $4.00. Children 12 and under walk for free (IVV-credit).Dogs are not encouraged due to USNA restrictions. Photo ID needed to enter the Naval Academy and State House. Visitor Bureau hours are: 10-5 daily NOTE: Closed Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Year's Day.

Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY

how to get to the event

OSB - First register for the event

The detailed location of, and driving directions to, the event starting point are included in the event directions, downloaded from the Online Start Box (OSB). To plan your travels, please use the map on this page or the maps phrase below, if provided by the club. The POC does not provide event directions nor accept alternate payment methods.

Maps phrase and directions link

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Visit Annapolis

The above maps phrase is only provided for planning purposes. The downloaded event directions provide detailed directions to the starting point and possible alternate start point locations. THERE IS NO PHYSICAL START BOX AT THIS LOCATION.

event sponsor

Annapolis Amblers (AVA-0595)

Event website: www.annapolisamblers.org

point of contact

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