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Canal Path – River access! loop from Falmouth

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Canal Path – River access! loop from Falmouth

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Canal Path – River access! loop from Falmouth

01:06

10.2km

30m

Running

Moderate run. 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 2, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Rappahannock River Conservation Area

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.85 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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5.09 km

River access!

Highlight • River

The trail offers awesome views of the Rappahannock River that has a total length of approximately 195 miles. At this spot you have access to the river – a great opportunity to cool down your feet on a hot summer day.

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7.74 km

Canal Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Tip by

10.2 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.27 km

2.37 km

559 m

Surfaces

7.54 km

2.33 km

288 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Sunday 23 August

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