Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 6, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.70 km for 90 m

After 28.9 km for 296 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.07 km

Key Bridge Boathouse

Highlight • Rest Area

Boathouse where canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards can be rented. Great way to explore the Potomac shoreline up and down stream.

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23.3 km

Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Like riding on a cloud, the new asphalt is A #1. Car free Saturday and Sunday, so watch out for pedestrians and ride away. Restrooms and waysides along the road.

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30.7 km

Pierce Mill

Highlight • Monument

Once a working gristmill in the 1800s, Pierce Mill offers a glimpse into early Washington industry amid the woodland calm of Rock Creek Park. Today, its restored stone walls and …

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34.7 km

Rock Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Rock Creek Trail is a 16-mile (25.7 km) Greenway between Needwood Lake and Beach Drive. The trail leads through Rock Greek Regional Park, a lovely nature spot amongst the urban …

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35.4 km

Mount Zion Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

From this spot on the Rock Creek Trail you can see the historic Mount Zion Cemetery. This historically significant burial ground is adjacent to the Female Union Band Society Cemetery, …

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35.8 km

Q Street Bridge Over Rock Creek Park

Highlight • Bridge

50.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.7 km

7.06 km

1.51 km

690 m

225 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

38.1 km

11.6 km

399 m

121 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 12 April

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