Old Dominion Trail – Fairfax County Parkway loop from Vienna/Fairfax–GMU

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Old Dominion Trail – Fairfax County Parkway loop from Vienna/Fairfax–GMU

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Old Dominion Trail – Fairfax County Parkway loop from Vienna/Fairfax–GMU

02:59

49.0km

290m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 29.0 km for 82 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.22 km

Caboose Brewery

Highlight • Pub

No matter what you like to have on your ride you can find it here. There's great beer, and food, but also coffee and pastries. It's location along the W&OD …

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4.62 km

The Old Dominion Trail is officially part of the Washington & Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park and is a 45‑mile paved rail‑trail winding through Fairfax County. The trail is popular with walkers, runners, and cyclists.

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8.20 km

Access point from W&OD trail to CCT

Highlight • Trail

Easy access point to the upper portion of the GC CCT.

Be aware, mountain bikes or gravel bikes recommended. Can get extremely muddy. The upper portion is not too technical though.

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11.5 km

The Bike Lane Bicycle Shop and Brewery

Highlight • Cafe

This little brewery/cafe combo sits right off the Washington & Old Dominion Trail. You can rent a bike here, get repairs done, or swig a beer or non-alcoholic drinks in …

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17.9 km

Fairfax County Parkway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This paved multi-use trail runs just over 28 miles one-way. It's a great option for linking up with other bikeable trails in the area, including the Washington & Old Dominion rail trail.

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22.6 km

Tuckaway Pond

Highlight • Lake

This pretty little pond is surrounded by houses, but it still makes a nice sight as you walk past on one of the nearby trails. It's also easy to recognize, thanks to the fountain/water feature near its middle.

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28.6 km