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The best cycling routes in District of Columbia

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3,995

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Cycling in District of Columbia is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of United States. So you can find your perfect District Of Columbia bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: November 30, 2025

4.7

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1. Lake Needwood via Rock Creek Trail — Rockville

65.7km

03:51

350m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.5

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2. Upper Potomac River Loop around northwest of Washington, D.C.

26.7km

01:44

340m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Gravelly Point Park – Bluemont Caboose loop from Navy Yard–Ballpark

38.5km

02:16

160m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.7

(47)

269

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4. Rock Creek Park – Klingle Road Wooden Bridge loop from L'Enfant Plaza

51.8km

03:05

230m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.9

(10)

272

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5. Gravelly Point Park – Waterfront Park loop from Navy Yard–Ballpark

39.1km

02:17

100m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.9

(14)

227

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6. Gravelly Point Park – Alexandria City Marina loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

70.1km

04:10

270m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.8

(10)

239

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7. Klingle Road Wooden Bridge – Rock Creek Park loop from Woodley Park

26.3km

01:34

170m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.8

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179

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8. Klingle Road Wooden Bridge – Rock Creek Park loop from Dupont Circle

53.1km

03:12

290m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.7

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176

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9. Northeast Branch Trail – College Park Airport loop from Washington Union Station

53.7km

03:07

140m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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153

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10. World War II Memorial – C&O Canal Mile 0 and Tide Lock loop from Navy Yard–Ballpark

29.4km

01:44

80m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in District of Columbia

1. Lake Needwood via Rock Creek Trail — Rockville

2. Upper Potomac River Loop around northwest of Washington, D.C.

3. Gravelly Point Park – Bluemont Caboose loop from Navy Yard–Ballpark

4. Rock Creek Park – Klingle Road Wooden Bridge loop from L'Enfant Plaza

5. Gravelly Point Park – Waterfront Park loop from Navy Yard–Ballpark

6. Gravelly Point Park – Alexandria City Marina loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

7. Klingle Road Wooden Bridge – Rock Creek Park loop from Woodley Park

8. Klingle Road Wooden Bridge – Rock Creek Park loop from Dupont Circle

9. Northeast Branch Trail – College Park Airport loop from Washington Union Station

10. World War II Memorial – C&O Canal Mile 0 and Tide Lock loop from Navy Yard–Ballpark

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