Rappahannock River – Canal Path loop from Fredericksburg

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Rappahannock River – Canal Path loop from Fredericksburg

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Rappahannock River – Canal Path loop from Fredericksburg

01:23

22.4km

130m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 27, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 19.1 km for 155 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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694 m

Market square

Highlight • Settlement

A lovely secluded market square off of the main roads of the town. Perfect for taking a break on one of the benches.

The Fredericksburg Museum is also in the …

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904 m

Chatham Bridge and East Coast Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Traverse the Chatham Bridge, part of the East Coast Greenway. The original Chatham Bridge was constructed in the 1820s. Today's structurally improved bridge provides scenic views of downtown Fredericksburg and …

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5.30 km

Falmouth Beach Park

Highlight • Beach

Falmouth Beach Park is a beautiful park on the Rappahannock River. There are great views of the river and the Cambridge Street bridge. The park has a small picnic area and a beach.

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5.32 km

Rappahannock River

Highlight • River

The Rappahannock River is about 195 mi (314 km) long. It has its source in the Blue Ridge Mountains and flows into the Chesapeake Bay.

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13.0 km

Rappahannock River

Highlight • River

The Rappahannock River is about 314 km long. It has its source in the Blue Ridge Mountains and flows into the Chesapeake Bay.

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15.3 km

Canal Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Canal Path in Fredericksburg is part of a 3.4-mile paved loop in conjunction with the 1.6-mile Rappahannock River Heritage Trail. The Canal Path portion is 1.8 miles and follows the Old VEPCO Canal.

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20.4 km

Virginia Central Railway Trail

Highlight • Trail

Park at the trailhead next to the locomotive in Fredericksburg.

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20.7 km

Fredericksburg Battlefield

Highlight • Historical Site

The fighting that took place here during the Civil War led to a defeat for the US army.

Today, the park is much more peaceful, with plenty of trails to explore. You can find some interesting historic routes here: nps.gov/frsp/planyourvisit/fredericksburgbattlefield.htm

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