Wooden bridge – Mount Vernon Trail loop from Belle Haven
Wooden bridge – Mount Vernon Trail loop from Belle Haven
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Wooden bridge – Mount Vernon Trail loop from Belle Haven
01:20
21.2km
130m
Cycling
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: April 22, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted
After 11.2 km for 272 m
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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1.34 km
Wooden bridge
Highlight • Bridge
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3.00 km
Belle Haven Park
Highlight • Rest Area
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3.38 km
Mount Vernon Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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4.78 km
Contrabands and Freedmen Cemetery Memorial
Highlight • Monument
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7.20 km
Eagle Sculpture at Rosalie Island Community Park
Highlight • Monument
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7.76 km
Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge
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15.8 km
Viewpoint
Viewpoint
18.7 km
Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve
Highlight • Natural
If you enjoy birdwatching, you'll love it here! The lower Potomac lies on the migration route for many waterfowl. Over 300 species of birds have been spotted at the wildlife preserve. You might catch a glimpse of beavers too.
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19.8 km
Mount Vernon Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
21.2 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
16.9 km
2.91 km
708 m
583 m
101 m
Surfaces
10.5 km
9.95 km
634 m
145 m
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Elevation
Highest point (60 m)
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Description
If you're looking for a truly pleasant and accessible touring cycling route with high scenic payoff, the Wooden bridge – Mount Vernon Trail loop from Belle Haven delivers. This easy 13.2-mile (21.2 km) ride, with a gentle 436 feet (133 metres) of elevation gain, can be completed in about 1 hour and 20 minutes, making it perfect for a relaxed outing. It's an ideal choice for anyone seeking a beautiful waterfront ride without significant challenge, offering excellent wooden bridge mount vernon trail loop belle haven cycling route details for planning.
What to expect on Wooden bridge – Mount Vernon Trail loop from Belle Haven
This loop offers a delightful journey primarily on mostly paved surfaces, ensuring a smooth ride for various cycling abilities. You'll be treated to continuous waterfront views as you cycle along the Potomac River, passing through the scenic Belle Haven Park. A true highlight is crossing the distinctive wooden bridge that spans the Dyke Marsh Wildlife Preserve, a rich tidal wetland perfect for birdwatching. The route also provides welcome shade through forested stretches, especially within Belle Haven Park and the preserve, making it comfortable for hybrid or gravel bikes.
Planning your visit
Belle Haven Park serves as an excellent starting point for this popular route, offering convenient amenities like picnic tables, restrooms, and water fountains. The Mount Vernon Trail is well-maintained and marked, ensuring an enjoyable experience. While generally easy, the trail is part of the broader Mount Vernon Trail system, which is a popular destination, so consider visiting during off-peak times for a quieter ride. Parking for Mount Vernon Trail Belle Haven is readily available at the park.
Trail details
- Distance: 13.2 miles (21.2 km)
- Elevation gain: 436 feet (133 metres)
- Difficulty: easy
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 20 minutes
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