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Beach Drive, Rock Creek Park – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Shaw–Howard University

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United States

District Of Columbia

Beach Drive, Rock Creek Park – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Shaw–Howard University

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(6675)

13,855

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Beach Drive, Rock Creek Park – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Shaw–Howard University

03:45

59.7km

340m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: May 1, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 40.9 km for 87 m

After 52.1 km for 92 m

After 52.9 km for 68 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.62 km

Klingle Road Wooden Bridge

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The cycle path meanders along the river and so some bridges are necessary. The variety is surprising, no two seem alike. This one is simply made of wood.

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5.87 km

Peirce Mill

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Peirce Mill, built in 1829 by Isaac Peirce on Rock Creek, once used water to power this mill that processed corn, wheat, and rye until its turbine shaft broke in …

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6.42 km

This is a cyclist heaven. Largely closed to vehicular traffic, very gradual incline going north and perfectly smooth tarmac. Excellent for testing your functional threshold. Combine with the hilly side …

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44.9 km

Lock 6, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal

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One of the locks (#6 of 75) on the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. These should ensure the shipping traffic between Cumberland and Washington to transport coal.
The lock keeper's houses …

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45.2 km

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal

Lake

47.8 km

Crossing Over the C&O Canal

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It's just a shame that cycling is only allowed on the paved road. The many earthy trails to the right and left of the road are very tempting for a mountain biker. Unfortunately explicitly forbidden.

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52.1 km

Potomac River

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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 …

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52.5 km

Francis Scott Key Bridge

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This is a paved path across the bridge with metal railings separating pedestrians/cyclists from vehicular traffic. It feels safe but it can be a little loud. The views are beautiful.

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54.6 km

View of the Georgetown Waterfront

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The cycle path leading here offers magnificent views of the city at any time of the day or night almost along its entire length.

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59.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.2 km

23.3 km

5.42 km

1.61 km

838 m

277 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

31.8 km

21.4 km

5.72 km

443 m

301 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

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Sunday 10 May

28°C

11°C

39 %

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Beach Drive, Rock Creek Park – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Shaw–Howard University

Klingle Road Wooden Bridge

Peirce Mill