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Cabin John Trail – Locust Grove Nature Center loop from Cabin John

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Cabin John Trail – Locust Grove Nature Center loop from Cabin John

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Cabin John Trail – Locust Grove Nature Center loop from Cabin John

03:16

49.6km

360m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 17, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 15.0 km for 7 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.89 km

Cabin John Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This stretch of trail runs through the woods away from the busy road. This is a small part of the trail that runs through the length of Cabin John Stream Valley Park.

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13.3 km

Wagshal's Grand Bodega

Highlight • Cafe

Great inexpensive food, close to the C&O and Crescent trails.

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19.0 km

Cabin John local park (by McArthur)

Highlight • Rest Area

With its shady trails, playgrounds, and gentle creek, Cabin John Park is a local favourite for everything from peaceful walks to family picnics—where nature and community come together just outside the city.

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19.4 km

Cabin John Trail

Highlight • Trail

19.6 km

Cabin John Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Mixed use trail for 1.2 miles. The trail is open to cyclist as well. MTB or gravel bike required.

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29.0 km

Wooden bridge and Arch Eagle Scout project

Highlight • Bridge

29.6 km

Locust Grove Nature Center

Highlight • Rest Area

This park has something for every kind of outdoor enthusiast, from athletic fields and ice skating to picnic tables and a nature center for the kids. With over 5 miles of trails, you'll have plenty of space to explore as well.

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35.2 km

Cabin John Trail (northern part)

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This well maintained length of singletrack is a lovely to ride. Its well maintained and has plenty of shade for those summer days. The trail runs alongside the creek, which you should be able to see in places.

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49.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.5 km

13.6 km

5.40 km

3.27 km

2.10 km

1.63 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

23.9 km

15.6 km

8.26 km

799 m

641 m

493 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Friday 17 July

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Cabin John Trail – Locust Grove Nature Center loop from Cabin John

Cabin John Trail

Wagshal's Grand Bodega

Cabin John local park (by McArthur)

Cabin John Trail

Cabin John Trail

Wooden bridge and Arch Eagle Scout project

Locust Grove Nature Center

Cabin John Trail (northern part)

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