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The best road cycling routes around Washington D.C

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In this guide, we’ve reviewed our full collection of road biking routes around Washington D.C to bring you the best rides in the region. To find the one which is right for you, click on any of the Tours to see a full breakdown of its details including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos shared by other members of the Komoot community.

Last updated: November 19, 2025

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1. Washington D.C. to Mt. Vernon – East Coast Greenway

57.2km

02:37

230m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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2. Anacostia climbs – north Washington D.C.

83.4km

03:36

380m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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3. Washington DC – Anacostia Trail

56.8km

02:37

250m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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4. Pierce Mill – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Dupont Circle

49.9km

02:10

280m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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5. Key Bridge Boathouse – Glen Echo Park loop from Dupont Circle

57.4km

02:33

360m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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6. Anacostia Riverwalk Trail – Anacostia Riverwalk Trail loop from Mount Vernon Square

51.0km

02:13

140m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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7. Capital Crescent Trail – Key Bridge Boathouse loop from Friendship Heights

26.2km

01:16

160m

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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8. National Mall – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from L'Enfant

72.1km

03:09

470m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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9. Anacostia Riverwalk Trail – Anacostia Riverwalk Trail loop from College Park–University of Maryland

53.2km

02:19

120m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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10. Anacostia Riverwalk Trail – Anacostia Riverwalk Trail loop from Stadium–Armory

81.9km

03:23

370m

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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The best road cycling routes around Washington D.C

1. Washington D.C. to Mt. Vernon – East Coast Greenway

2. Anacostia climbs – north Washington D.C.

3. Washington DC – Anacostia Trail

4. Pierce Mill – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Dupont Circle

5. Key Bridge Boathouse – Glen Echo Park loop from Dupont Circle

6. Anacostia Riverwalk Trail – Anacostia Riverwalk Trail loop from Mount Vernon Square

7. Capital Crescent Trail – Key Bridge Boathouse loop from Friendship Heights

8. National Mall – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from L'Enfant

9. Anacostia Riverwalk Trail – Anacostia Riverwalk Trail loop from College Park–University of Maryland

10. Anacostia Riverwalk Trail – Anacostia Riverwalk Trail loop from Stadium–Armory

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