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Francis Scott Key Bridge – Gravelly Point Park loop from Reston Town Center

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Francis Scott Key Bridge – Gravelly Point Park loop from Reston Town Center

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Francis Scott Key Bridge – Gravelly Point Park loop from Reston Town Center

04:33

76.2km

400m

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: April 27, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 0 m for 248 m

After 31.1 km for 68 m

After 34.3 km for 159 m

After 76.1 km for 232 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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30.8 km

Francis Scott Key Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This is a paved path across the bridge with metal railings separating pedestrians/cyclists from vehicular traffic. It feels safe but it can be a little loud. The views are beautiful.

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34.4 km

Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool

Highlight • Monument

The Lincoln Memorial and adjoining reflecting pool are another must-see when visiting Washington. Of course, the mall is perfect for a run and early in the morning you have "Abe" …

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35.9 km

View of the Washington Monument from Lady Bird Johnson Park

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

A well-developed, but also frequented bike path with a magnificent panorama of the mall. From the Lincoln Memorial to the Obelisk to the Jefferson Memorial, everything is obvious.

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37.6 km

View of the Washington Monument from the 14th Street Bridge

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Long bridge with a nice view of the mall. The bike and footpath (unfortunately it is a shared path) is quite narrow and busy. In addition, they are often downright …

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39.3 km

The approach to Reagan National Airport is not easy, following the Potomac River with a late, deep turn to land. At this point the planes fly close enough to touch. Anyone who has anything left for aviation should come here.

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39.7 km

Roaches Run Waterfowl Sanctuary

Nature Reserve

49.7 km

Glencarlyn Park

Nature Reserve

51.7 km

Junction of Washington & Old Dominion Trail and Bluemont Junction Trail

Highlight • Trail

This is the meeting of the Washington & Old Dominion rail trail with the Bluemont Junction Trail, which cuts off through the park. Both of these trails are paved so, …

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51.8 km

Bluemont Caboose

Highlight • Historical Site

The Bluemont Caboose, now housed on a specially built rail bed behind the Bluemont Community Center, is a historical bit of the Washington and Old Dominion Railroad's (W&OD) legacy. Once …

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54.8 km

Crossman Park Rain Garden

Lake

65.0 km

LOVE sign on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Monument

The Washington & Old Dominion Trail is a paved two-lane bike that runs for 45 miles. This segment between Vienna and Reston has relatively few road crossings. You share the trail with hikers and other trail users.

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76.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

72.7 km

1.50 km

877 m

627 m

553 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

64.5 km

10.8 km

544 m

394 m

123 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

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Francis Scott Key Bridge – Gravelly Point Park loop from Reston Town Center

Francis Scott Key Bridge

Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool

View of the Washington Monument from Lady Bird Johnson Park

View of the Washington Monument from the 14th Street Bridge

Gravelly Point Park

Junction of Washington & Old Dominion Trail and Bluemont Junction Trail

Bluemont Caboose

LOVE sign on the Washington & Old Dominion Trail

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