Beach Drive, Rock Creek Park – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Court House

Beach Drive, Rock Creek Park – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Court House

Moderate

4.7

(8772)

9,205

riders

Beach Drive, Rock Creek Park – Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park loop from Court House

02:24

51.7km

380m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 5.52 km for 149 m

After 16.0 km for 176 m

After 46.0 km for 149 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

6.05 km

C&O Canal Mile Marker 0

Highlight • Trail

This point marks the start of the 185-mile C&O Canal Towpath Trail that runs from Washington D.C. to Cumberland, Maryland. Originally built as a way for mules to tow boats …

Tip by

7.64 km

Q Street Bridge Over Rock Creek Park

Highlight • Bridge

8.05 km

Mount Zion Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

From this spot on the Rock Creek Trail you can see the historic Mount Zion Cemetery. This historically significant burial ground is adjacent to the Female Union Band Society Cemetery, …

Tip by

8.39 km

Rock Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Rock Creek Trail is a 16-mile (25.7 km) Greenway between Needwood Lake and Beach Drive. The trail leads through Rock Greek Regional Park, a lovely nature spot amongst the urban …

Tip by

13.2 km

Pierce Mill

Highlight • Monument

Once a working gristmill in the 1800s, Pierce Mill offers a glimpse into early Washington industry amid the woodland calm of Rock Creek Park. Today, its restored stone walls and …

Tip by

13.8 km

This is a cyclist heaven. Largely closed to vehicular traffic, very gradual incline going north and perfectly smooth tarmac. Excellent for testing your functional threshold. Combine with the hilly side …

Tip by

31.6 km

Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Like riding on a cloud, the new asphalt is A #1. Car free Saturday and Sunday, so watch out for pedestrians and ride away. Restrooms and waysides along the road.

Tip by

37.9 km

Ross Drive Northwest, Rock Creek Park

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Climb Ridge Road and cross Ross Drive Bridge, which features an open-spandrel concrete arch and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

Tip by