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Park Valley Road Bridge – Bladensburg Battlefield loop from Silver Spring

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Park Valley Road Bridge – Bladensburg Battlefield loop from Silver Spring

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Park Valley Road Bridge – Bladensburg Battlefield loop from Silver Spring

01:41

27.7km

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 accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 11, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

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After 27.5 km for 266 m

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Start point

Train Station

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2.75 km

Park Valley Road Bridge

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In 2019 the Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich cam together with the Silver Spring community members and Federal, State and local officials in November and dedicated this bridge. This bridge …

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8.28 km

Sligo Creek and the Northwest Branch Stream Converge

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Here the Sligo Creek and the Northwest Branch Stream meet, right on the edge of Kirkwood Park. It is also the boundary line for Hyattsville.

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8.29 km

Rachel Carson Greenway and Sligo Creek Trail Junction

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Very easy to miss! Watch for the trail markers.

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13.2 km

This site is famous for a very important and unfortunate event in American history: the Battle of Bladensburg during the War of 1812. You can learn about the battle, see historical markers, and understand how this event shaped the nation.

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13.5 km

Bladensburg Waterfront Park

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Nestled along the picturesque Anacostia River, this hidden gem offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, recreational activities, and fascinating history. There is a lovely riverside walking path, bike and …

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13.9 km

Red Caboose at Bladensburg Waterfront Park

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Near to the Bladenburg Waterfront Park.

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14.4 km

Bladensburg Park Pedestrian Bridge

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The Bladensburg Park Pedestrian Bridge is a crucial link in the Anacostia Tributaries trail system. If you're traveling from DC's Anacostia River Trail, this bridge transitions you from the scenic …

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14.5 km

Anacostia River Pedestrian and Cycle Bridge

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The boardwalk surface has seen better days. Very rough and bumpy. Caution!

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27.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.0 km

1.17 km

334 m

132 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.1 km

1.97 km

408 m

202 m

Elevation

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Park Valley Road Bridge – Bladensburg Battlefield loop from Silver Spring

Park Valley Road Bridge

Sligo Creek and the Northwest Branch Stream Converge

Rachel Carson Greenway and Sligo Creek Trail Junction

Bladensburg Battlefield

Bladensburg Waterfront Park

Red Caboose at Bladensburg Waterfront Park

Bladensburg Park Pedestrian Bridge

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