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East View – West View loop from Germantown

East View – West View loop from Germantown

Moderate

3.5

(7)

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East View – West View loop from Germantown

02:56

60.9km

620m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 1, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 29.9 km for 51 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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27.5 km

Water fountain at Sugarloaf Mountain

Highlight • Rest Area

This water fountain at Sugarloaf Mountain is a lifesaver for thirsty cyclists after the mountain climbs. Take advantage of the stop to refill your bottles.

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29.9 km

East View

Highlight • Viewpoint

East View is a vantage point situated near the parking trailhead to the Sugarloaf Mountains. It's a great way to reap the benefits of a good view without walking too far.

There is a grassy patch with numerous picnic benches where you can sit and enjoy lunch.

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30.7 km

West View

Highlight • Viewpoint

This area boasts similar westward views to those from Sugarloaf Mountain, but you get to avoid the crowds. On a clear day, you should be able to see all the way to Dickerson and Point of Rocks.

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31.1 km

Westward view from Sugarloaf Mountain

Highlight • Viewpoint

View towards Dickerson and Point of Rocks

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58.0 km

South Germantown Recreational Park

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South Germantown Recreational Park is a very busy Montgomery Park. It is a large park that offers a variety of activities including hiking, biking, archery, miniature golf, swimming, soccer, picnicking, and adventure play along with many more.

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60.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

35.8 km

23.7 km

839 m

252 m

172 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.1 km

17.6 km

172 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Today

Monday 6 July

28°C

21°C

98 %

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East View – West View loop from Germantown

Water fountain at Sugarloaf Mountain

East View

West View

Westward view from Sugarloaf Mountain

South Germantown Recreational Park

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