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Potomac River

Recommended by 54 cyclists out of 56

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Location: District Of Columbia, United States

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Top cycling routes to Potomac River

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

51.9km

03:03

230m

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

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2. Crossing Over the C&O Canal – Horseshoe Bend at Great Falls loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

49.5km

03:36

240m

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

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3. Crossing Over the C&O Canal – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Bethesda

28.3km

01:44

140m

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

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Alex

January 9, 2025

The Potomac River, stretching 405 miles from the Potomac Highlands in West Virginia to Maryland's Chesapeake Bay, ranks as the fourth-largest river on the East Coast. Swimming is prohibited in the District of Columbia's portion of the river. George Washington envisioned the Potomac as "the great avenue into the Western Country," and it played a central role in his life, serving as a vital hub during his era. For scenic views of the Potomac River on a bike, follow the Capital Crescent Trail, the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Trail, or the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.

AeroPetr ✈🌍

November 7, 2022

Here you can rent boats or kayaks to admire the city from the water.

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Yulman

September 8, 2022

It's always nice to cycle along the river here via the Capital Crescent Trail or the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Trail.

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Location: District Of Columbia, United States

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Potomac River

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

2. Crossing Over the C&O Canal – Horseshoe Bend at Great Falls loop from Foggy Bottom–GWU

3. Crossing Over the C&O Canal – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Bethesda

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