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Arlington

C&O Canal Mile 0 and Tide Lock – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from East Falls Church

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United States
Virginia
Arlington County
Arlington

C&O Canal Mile 0 and Tide Lock – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from East Falls Church

Moderate

4.7

(3630)

15,216

riders

C&O Canal Mile 0 and Tide Lock – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from East Falls Church

02:04

33.8km

240m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 14, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 2.14 km for 79 m

After 6.34 km for 194 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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2.18 km

Bon Air Park and Memorial Rose Garden

Highlight • Parking

Bon Air Park is a a 24-acre space in Arlington County that is renowned for its stunning memorial rose garden. The garden features over 120 rose varieties and is a …

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11.5 km

C&O Canal Mile 0 and Tide Lock

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The final (or beginning) mile of the C&O Canal stands here, next to the Tide Lock on the Potomac, the true birthplace of the canal. The spot is marked with …

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24.4 km

Francis Scott Key Bridge

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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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33.8 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.2 km

2.72 km

2.67 km

992 m

991 m

334 m

Surfaces

27.1 km

6.42 km

176 m

109 m

< 100 m

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