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West Confederate Avenue – Virginia Memorial loop from Gettysburg & Harrisburg Railroad Depot

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West Confederate Avenue – Virginia Memorial loop from Gettysburg & Harrisburg Railroad Depot

Hard

3.3

(13)

runners

West Confederate Avenue – Virginia Memorial loop from Gettysburg & Harrisburg Railroad Depot

02:13

21.1km

110m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.87 km

Observation Tower

Highlight • Monument

Oak Ridge Observation Tower in Gettysburg stands as a historic landmark, offering panoramic views of the battlefield. Built in the late 1890s, the tower served as a Civil War observation post. Today, it stands as a testament to the conflict, providing visitors with a glimpse into the strategic significance of Gettysburg's landscape.

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2.48 km

McPherson Woods

Forest

6.91 km

West Confederate Avenue

Highlight • Historical Site

Circular route through the center of the Battle of Gettysburg in 1863 with the two opposing warring parties, the Unionists (northern states) and the Confederates (southern states). Very impressive trail with a lot of monuments

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6.94 km

North Carolina State Monument

Highlight • Monument

North Carolina troops fought on the southern side.

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7.51 km

Virginia State Monument

Highlight • Monument

Virgina troops fought on the southern side.

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7.58 km

Virginia Memorial

Highlight • Monument

This is a historic spot. The Virginia State Monument was put where Robert E. Lee watched Pickett's bloody charge being repulsed on July 3, 1863. At the time the monument was erected, its construction was fiercely debated by the surviving civil war veterans of the time. It is a famous moment in history and one of the most noteworthy locations in America.

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7.65 km

West Confederate Avenue & Virginia Memorial

Highlight (Segment) • Historical Site

West Confederate Avenue runs north to south along Seminary Ridge. It marks the order of battle for the Confederate troops that attacked Union lines at Gettysberg on July 2 and 3, 1863. To cycle down this beautiful tree-lined, narrow road with its monuments is to cycle through an important part of American history.

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10.3 km

Biesecker Woods

Forest

11.2 km

Fast scenic road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Cycling along Millerstown Road in Gettysburg reveals captivating views of the historic battlefield. The scenic route features open fields and wooded areas, providing a glimpse into the iconic landscape where Civil War battles unfolded. Wildlife sightings may include deer and various bird species, enhancing the cycling experience with natural beauty.

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21.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.7 km

3.24 km

1.80 km

152 m

138 m

Surfaces

11.1 km

6.68 km

1.66 km

1.59 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Today

Saturday 22 August

26°C

13°C

81 %

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West Confederate Avenue – Virginia Memorial loop from Gettysburg & Harrisburg Railroad Depot

Observation Tower

West Confederate Avenue

North Carolina State Monument

Virginia State Monument

Virginia Memorial

West Confederate Avenue & Virginia Memorial

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