Potomac River – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Rosslyn

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Potomac River – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Rosslyn

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Potomac River – Francis Scott Key Bridge loop from Rosslyn

01:26

24.4km

130m

Mountain biking

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.48 km for 90 m

After 11.9 km for 101 m

After 12.3 km for 314 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.58 km

Potomac River

Highlight • River

The Potomac River, stretching 405 miles from the Potomac Highlands in West Virginia to Maryland's Chesapeake Bay, ranks as the fourth-largest river on the East Coast. Swimming is prohibited in …

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4.13 km

Fishing Shore Beach

Highlight • Beach

Nestled beside the Capital Crescent Trail, this cozy fishing beach along the Potomac River invites cyclists to stop and recharge. A perfect spot to take a breather from your ride.

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8.22 km

Dalecarlia Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

The Dalecarlia Tunnel runs the Capital Crescent Trail under the Washington Aqueduct and MacArthur Boulevard. It was built in 1910 as a railway tunnel and is now over 100 years old.

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10.3 km

Loughborough Mill

Highlight • Historical Site

It was here that Nathan Loughborough built a mill around 1830 and participated in the growing wheat trade. It is reported that the mill ceased operations during the Civil War …

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23.3 km

Key Bridge Boathouse

Highlight • Rest Area

Boathouse where canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards can be rented. Great way to explore the Potomac shoreline up and down stream.

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23.4 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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