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Walney Pond – Lake Thoreau Dam loop from Herndon

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Walney Pond – Lake Thoreau Dam loop from Herndon

Moderate

5.0

(3619)

15,589

riders

Walney Pond – Lake Thoreau Dam loop from Herndon

03:01

63.6km

470m

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: June 28, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 39.4 km for 221 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

4.76 km

Fairfax County Parkway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This paved multi-use trail runs just over 28 miles one-way. It's a great option for linking up with other bikeable trails in the area, including the Washington & Old Dominion rail trail.

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2

7.64 km

Mulberry Galore

Highlight • Natural

If riding in May/June you almost surely will find plenty of mulberries!

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3

12.3 km

Tuckaway Pond

Highlight • Lake

This pretty little pond is surrounded by houses, but it still makes a nice sight as you walk past on one of the nearby trails. It's also easy to recognize, thanks to the fountain/water feature near its middle.

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4

19.5 km

Rocky Run Stream Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

5

19.8 km

Walney Pond

Highlight • Lake

Great place to take a break, use the restroom, or hop off your bike and hike the surrounding trails.

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6

56.7 km

Lake Thoreau Dam

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful falls colors and water views

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B

63.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.7 km

19.2 km

11.0 km

1.25 km

211 m

119 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

50.6 km

12.1 km

761 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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