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The best cycling routes around Washington D.C

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Cycling around Washington D.C is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of United States. So you can find your perfect Washington D.C 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 10, 2025

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1. Lake Needwood via Rock Creek Trail — Rockville

65.7km

03:51

350m

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

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

26.7km

01:44

340m

Intermediate 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

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

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4.7

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254

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4. Rock Creek Park – Crossing Creek at Klingle Road loop from L'Enfant Plaza

51.7km

03:05

240m

Intermediate 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

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

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227

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

70.1km

04:10

270m

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

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4.8

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236

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7. Rock Creek Park – Crossing Creek at Klingle Road loop from Dupont Circle

27.8km

01:42

180m

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

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176

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

53.7km

03:07

140m

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

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4.7

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9. Crossing Creek at Klingle Road – Rock Creek Park loop from Dupont Circle

53.1km

03:12

290m

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

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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 around Washington D.C

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 – Crossing Creek at Klingle Road 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. Rock Creek Park – Crossing Creek at Klingle Road loop from Dupont Circle

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

9. Crossing Creek at Klingle Road – Rock Creek Park loop from Dupont Circle

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

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