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Things to Do
Landscape architects have acted subtly on most sections of the parkway, but their work in Lady Bird Johnson Park is a bit like the finale of a fireworks display. Thousands of daffodils and hundreds of tulips trumpet the arrival of each spring, careful compositions of bright hardwood trees highlight the best of fall foliage. Photography, picnicking, and quiet contemplation are ways to enjoy the show.
Memorials
Two memorials are located inside Lady Bird Johnson Park: the Lyndon Baines Johnson Memorial Grove on the Potomac and the Navy and Merchant Marine Memorial. Here you will also find picnic tables, short trails, restrooms, and a marina that also features a restaurant.
Picnic tables and paved trail
In addition to the memorials, there are a number of short trails leading up to and around the LBJ Memorial Grove, as well as picnic tables spread throughout the area. There are no grills, only tables.
Mount Vernon Trail
The Mount Vernon Trail runs from one end of the island to the other, following the Potomac for most of the way. You can hike or bike south to Mount Vernon, and if you head north the trail connects to other National Scenic Trail segments, allowing you to travel all the way to Pittsburgh. The terrain through Lady Bird Johnson Park is mainly out in the open and exposed to the sun.
Marina
The Columbia Island Marina is also located at the southern tip of the island. Operated by a National Park Service concessionaire, the marina has 256 annual and 126 seasonal slips for rent, plus a restaurant that is open to everyone. Those wanting to launch a boat, canoe, or kayak for the day can use the boat ramp for a small fee.
Coronavirus Updates
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Vaccine Timeline
January, 2020 Johnson & Johnson begins work on a coronavirus vaccine.
March Johnson & Johnson receives $456 million from the United States government to help develop and produce the vaccine.
July A Phase 1/2 trial begins. Unlike the clinical trials for other leading vaccines, the trial involves one dose, not two.
A dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Michael Ciaglo/Getty ImagesAugust The federal government agrees to pay Johnson & Johnson 800 billion for 100 million doses, if the vaccine is approved.
September Johnson & Johnson launches a Phase 3 trial.
Oct. 8 The European Union reaches a deal to obtain 200 million doses.
Oct. 12 The company pauses its Phase 3 trial to investigate an adverse reaction in a volunteer.
Oct. 23 The trial resumes.
Nov. 16 Johnson & Johnson announces a second Phase 3 trial to observe the effects of two doses of their vaccine, instead of just one.
Dec. 17 Johnson & Johnson announces its Phase 3 trial is fully enrolled, with around 45,000 participants.
January, 2021 Preliminary results from the Phase 3 trial are expected in January. The company is aiming to produce at least a billion doses this year.
Jan. 13 Johnson & Johnson expects to release trial results in as little as two weeks. But the company is falling behind on its original production schedule.
Feb. 27 The Food and Drug Administration authorizes the vaccine for emergency use.
March 2 Merck will help manufacture the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
April A plant in Baltimore run by Emergent BioSolutions ruined 15 million doses of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.
Directions
Lady Bird Johnson Park is on an island in the Potomac River near the Pentagon. While it is part of the District of Columbia, it is located much closer to the Virginia side of the river.
By Car
The entrance to Lady Bird Johnson Park can only be reached from the southbound lanes of the George Washington Memorial Parkway.
From the southbound lanes of the George Washington Memorial Parkway, follow the sign to the Columbia Island Marina to turn right to enter the parking lot.
From I 395 south (the 14th Street Bridge), take exit 10C and merge onto the George Washington Memorial Parkway north. Exit left toward US 50 west/Memorial Bridge/Arlington Cemetery. Exit Memorial Circle onto VA 27 south (Washington Boulevard). Exit left and merge onto the George Washington Memorial Parkway south. Follow the sign to the Columbia Island Marina to turn right to enter the parking lot.
Parking is available at the Columbia Island Marina. A paved multi-use trail leads from the parking lot, through a tunnel under the parkway, to the Potomac River side of the park.
On Foot or by Bicycle
The Mount Vernon Trail passes through the park. Follow signs on the trail to pass underneath the parkway at the Humpback Bridge and into the parking lot.
Facilities
Restrooms, water fountains, and trash cans are located in the parking lot near the Columbia Island Marina.
Meals and snacks are available at the Columbia Island Marina.
Rules and Regulations
For a complete list of rules, please read the Laws & Policies.
