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Canal Path – Rappahannock River loop from Fredericksburg

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Canal Path – Rappahannock River loop from Fredericksburg

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Canal Path – Rappahannock River loop from Fredericksburg

00:36

10.2km

30m

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: August 2, 2026

Tips

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

You may need to carry your bike.

After 10.2 km for 3 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

694 m

Market square

Highlight • Settlement

A lovely secluded market square off of the main roads of the town. Perfect for taking a break on one of the benches.

The Fredericksburg Museum is also in the …

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2

3.58 km

Canal Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Canal Path in Fredericksburg is part of a 3.4-mile paved loop in conjunction with the 1.6-mile Rappahannock River Heritage Trail. The Canal Path portion is 1.8 miles and follows the Old VEPCO Canal.

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3

6.12 km

Rappahannock River

Highlight • River

The Rappahannock River is about 314 km long. It has its source in the Blue Ridge Mountains and flows into the Chesapeake Bay.

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B

10.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.79 km

2.04 km

1.15 km

828 m

205 m

158 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.16 km

977 m

< 100 m

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