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 right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 14, 2024

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Prince William Forest Park

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2.41 km

Locust Shade Park

Highlight • MTB Park

Locust Shade Park isn't your average park. In addition to the standard park amenities such has a playground and tennis courts you'll also find batting cages, a driving range, a fishing pond, amphitheater, and mountain bike trails.

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31.4 km

Burma Road

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This short section of gravel/dirt road is generally well packed and rideable on road tires. However, if you're unsure if you want to chance it you could continue to the south entrance and stay on paved roads the entire ride.

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32.3 km

Scenic Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Scenic Drive through the forest is a beautiful and relaxing ride. You'll wind your way through the trees and cross a number of streams. There are a number of …

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42.2 km

Carter's Pond

Highlight • Lake

This small pond makes a good rest stop. You'll find a few picnic tables for lunch, and if you have the time there a short trail that leads to a viewpoint over the pond.

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46.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.6 km

9.40 km

4.70 km

1.56 km

418 m

127 m

Surfaces

38.5 km

6.44 km

1.56 km

293 m

Elevation

Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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