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Silver Spring

Rock Creek Trail – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Silver Spring

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Road cycling routes
United States
Maryland
Montgomery County
Silver Spring

Rock Creek Trail – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Silver Spring

Moderate

3.1

(24)

36

riders

Rock Creek Trail – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Silver Spring

03:02

71.8km

390m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Rock Creek Park

Rock Creek & Potomac Parkway

National Mall

Anacostia Park, Section C

Anacostia Park Section D

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

13.9 km

Rock Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Rock Creek Trail is a popular spot for foot traffic. Starting from the parking lot off Virginia Avenue, the paved path follows Rock Creek, passing landmarks like the William Howard …

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2

22.1 km

View of Nationals Park and the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A nice respite spot in section F of the Anacostia River Park right before heading into downtown D.C., via the Frederick Douglas Bridge.

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3

23.5 km

Fredrick Douglas Memorial Bridge Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this spot you get a fantastic view of the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge. The bridge was completed in 2021 and is a large, striking through arch bridge spanning South …

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4

24.1 km

Anacostia Riverwalk Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Anacostia Riverwalk Trail is a non-stop 20-mile-long trail that is on both sides of the Anacostia River. The trail is 10-12 feet wide and is open to cyclists, runners, skaters, and walkers.

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5

40.4 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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6

40.7 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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7

45.0 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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8

48.5 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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62.0 km

Rock Creek

Lake

B

71.8 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

45.6 km

15.2 km

9.16 km

979 m

877 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

61.6 km

10.2 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

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