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Rappahannock River – Canal Path loop from Central Park

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United States
Virginia
Fredericksburg

Rappahannock River – Canal Path loop from Central Park

Hard

5.0

(3972)

10,741

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Rappahannock River – Canal Path loop from Central Park

02:36

24.9km

140m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 4, 2026

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.48 km

Rappahannock River

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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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8.83 km

Chatham Bridge and East Coast Greenway

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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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13.5 km

Market square

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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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17.1 km

Canal Path

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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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24.9 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

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19.2 km

4.22 km

997 m

459 m

Surfaces

10.8 km

8.92 km

3.00 km

1.70 km

417 m

< 100 m

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