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W&OD Trail — Leesburg section – The End of the W&OD loop from Purcellville

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W&OD Trail — Leesburg section – The End of the W&OD loop from Purcellville

Moderate

4.6

(4556)

11,705

riders

W&OD Trail — Leesburg section – The End of the W&OD loop from Purcellville

03:28

46.3km

420m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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6.60 km

Hamilton Station

Highlight • Historical Site

Stop for a quick history lesson at the sign!

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6.72 km

Washington & Old Dominion Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a great 45-mile (72 km) long rail trail through Northern Virginia. It's a wide path that's asphalted throughout. The trail can be very popular, especially in summer, so watch your speed.

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8.44 km

Stretch of Washington & Old Dominion Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The stretch of the W&OD from Leesburg to Purcellville (~10 miles) is by far the best section.

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11.1 km

Clarkes Gap Stone-Arch Bridge on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail

Highlight • Bridge

At 582 feet, Clarkes Gap, was the highest point on the Washington & Old Dominion Railroad. The stone bridge dates from the 1870s, but instead of a railway line now …

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16.0 km

W&OD Trail — Leesburg section

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Completely paved and totaling right around 45 miles, the Washington & Old Dominion Trail is a super popular option for paved bike riding around the area. You can use the …

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18.9 km

The Wine Kitchen

Highlight • Restaurant

Vegan Pasta hit the spot!!! Right in downtown Leesburg.

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20.5 km

Viewpoint

45.4 km

Purcellville Train Station – Washington & Old Dominion Trailhead

Highlight • Rest Area

Trailhead of the W&OD on the Purcellville end of the trail. Lovely place to rest and to meet and chat with other cyclists.

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45.4 km

The End of the W&OD

Highlight • Trail

Stop in at Sweet Rose Bake Shop right across the street from the end of the trail. Family owned, super nice folks, kombucha is great. Puff pastries are vegan.

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46.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.4 km

15.6 km

11.6 km

1.65 km

161 m

Surfaces

25.4 km

18.4 km

2.37 km

195 m

Elevation

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Saturday 30 May

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W&OD Trail — Leesburg section – The End of the W&OD loop from Purcellville

Hamilton Station

Washington & Old Dominion Trail

Stretch of Washington & Old Dominion Trail

Clarkes Gap Stone-Arch Bridge on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail

W&OD Trail — Leesburg section

The Wine Kitchen

Purcellville Train Station – Washington & Old Dominion Trailhead

The End of the W&OD

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