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Crossing Over the C&O Canal – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Rosslyn

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Crossing Over the C&O Canal – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Rosslyn

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Crossing Over the C&O Canal – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Rosslyn

01:26

22.5km

120m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 24, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 10.9 km for 335 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.98 km

Fishing Shore Beach

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Nestled beside the Capital Crescent Trail, this cozy fishing beach along the Potomac River invites cyclists to stop and recharge. A perfect spot to take a breather from your ride.

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5.79 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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8.05 km

Dalecarlia Tunnel

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The Dalecarlia Tunnel runs the Capital Crescent Trail under the Washington Aqueduct and MacArthur Boulevard. It was built in 1910 as a railway tunnel and is now over 100 years old.

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21.4 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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22.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.7 km

1.80 km

616 m

273 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.2 km

2.22 km

1.73 km

259 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (80 m)

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Friday 8 May

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Crossing Over the C&O Canal – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Rosslyn

Fishing Shore Beach

Crossing Over the C&O Canal

Dalecarlia Tunnel

Francis Scott Key Bridge

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