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W&OD Trail — Leesburg section – The End of the W&OD loop from Belmont Slave Cemetery, Loudoun Freedom Center

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W&OD Trail — Leesburg section – The End of the W&OD loop from Belmont Slave Cemetery, Loudoun Freedom Center

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W&OD Trail — Leesburg section – The End of the W&OD loop from Belmont Slave Cemetery, Loudoun Freedom Center

05:01

83.9km

670m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. 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: April 19, 2026

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9.11 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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43.2 km

Country Road Through Open Fields

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This quiet country road runs through agricultural land and open fields, offering a serene escape from the bustling city. It's a nice flat ride in a quiet setting, passing by expansive ranches and rolling hillsides.

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49.4 km

Hillsboro Gap

Highlight • Gorge

Formed by the North Fork of Catoctin Creek carving through the Short Hill Mountain, the gap creates a dramatic and scenic passage. Enjoy the rugged beauty of the cliffs, the lush greenery, and the serene flow of the creek.

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58.1 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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58.1 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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64.0 km

Hamilton Station

Highlight • Historical Site

Stop for a quick history lesson at the sign!

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65.9 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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68.5 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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83.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

40.2 km

35.7 km

4.62 km

2.81 km

375 m

168 m

Surfaces

79.8 km

3.64 km

371 m

Elevation

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W&OD Trail — Leesburg section – The End of the W&OD loop from Belmont Slave Cemetery, Loudoun Freedom Center

W&OD Trail — Leesburg section

Country Road Through Open Fields

Hillsboro Gap

The End of the W&OD

Purcellville Train Station – Washington & Old Dominion Trailhead

Hamilton Station

Stretch of Washington & Old Dominion Trail

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

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