Originally known as Mason Island, I stumbled upon the now Roosevelt Island Park during a long walk along the Potomac River one evening. Aside from a single jogger I passed on the footbridge on the way in, there were no other visitors on the island that day, which made for a very peaceful experience. Within the park are lots of trails, wildlife, vegetation, and a very large memorial to the 26th President. The memorial, dedicated back in 1967, consists of a couple nice fountains, four large stone monoliths with quotes from Teddy, a circular surrounding moat with four entry bridges, and a statue of the President – hand outstretched as though giving an impassioned speech. If you are in D.C. or the Virginia area, and are looking for a quiet space to relax, I recommend you give this spot a try. – My SAS score: 3