Rachel Cooper

Rachel Cooper is a freelance writer and author with extensive knowledge of the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area and the Mid-Atlantic region. Rachel has written thousands of articles for regional and national publications including About.com, Washingtonian, Montgomery Parks, ApartmentGuide.com, Conde Nast Traveler, Grandparents.com, Washington Parent and more. Her books include Quiet Water: Mid-Atlantic, AMC’s Canoe and Kayak Guide to the Best Ponds, Lakes and Easy Rivers, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Washington, D.C. and Images of Rail: Union Station in Washington, DC.