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Wasena Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Roanoke

Wasena Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Roanoke

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(18)

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Wasena Park – Roanoke River Greenway loop from Roanoke

01:41

36.2km

350m

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: July 1, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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485 m

Downtown Roanoke

Highlight • Settlement

The history of the railway is present in many corners of the city. If you come to visit, don't hesitate to see one of the many interesting museums (the science museum, the planetarium, the transport museum...). And of course, enjoy the wide range of bars and restaurants where you can eat properly.

Tip by

553 m

Roanoke City Market

Highlight • Historical Site

Roanoke's City Market is the oldest continuously operating markets in Virginia, getting its start in 1882. In addition to the excellent food on offer the surrounding historic district is home to other attractions such as the Roanoke Pinball Museum.

Tip by

4.32 km

Wasena Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Wasena Park is a green space along the Roanoke River. The Roanoke River Greenway bike-friendly path runs through the park, and the park offers a playground, two picnic shelters, the Roanoke Skate Park, a baseball diamond, a basketball court, ADA-accessible picnic shelters with tables, lights at night, electrical outlets, and grills, as well as ADA-accessible restrooms.

Tip by

6.32 km

Roanoke River Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The greenway is an easily accessible multi-use trail that runs along the Roanoke River. There are multiple points of access and a number of nice parks along its route. It can get busy with cyclists, walkers, and runners though so be aware of your fellow trail users.

Tip by

15.7 km

Bandy Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Easy downhill s-curve in a narrow lane, often shady and in pretty good condition. A great road to ride.

Tip by

30.0 km

Roanoke River Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Tip by

33.2 km

Memorial Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Memorial Bridge of Roanoke supports the Roanoke River Greenway and has wide sidewalks on both sides of the car lanes that bikes use. The bridge has two-lane traffic and spans 785 feet across the Roanoke River. While riding here, pay attention and find all five plaques, with quotes from Patrick Henry, Theodore Roosevelt, Stonewall Jackson, and Thomas Jefferson. The last plaque has the names of World War I victims.

Tip by

36.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.7 km

12.2 km

7.41 km

1.30 km

399 m

167 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

28.7 km

7.38 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (360 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

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Thursday 16 July

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