Derwood To 8th and I SE
If you are starting somewhere in the Rock Creek Park going south, i recommend staying primarily on Beech St. (esp w/ road bike). There is a paved trail however that closely parallels Beech, and the signs (reading 'Rock Creek Trail') are more visible. (I stay on trail w/ hybrid to avoid getting lost, and avoid traffic). When you leave the Rock Creek Trail, and get on the Future Capital Cresent Trail (aka Georgetown Branch) expect crushed rock/natural surface for a couple miles until you reach Bethesda (past the Barnes and Noble). Despite this unfortunate lack of a 'perfect' surface for all commuters, it isnt that bad, and Ive seen plenty of road bikes do well on this trail. - a 29.5 mi cycling route in Washington, Maryland
Route Location
Start Lat/Lng: (38.8779126693, -76.9979381561)
City: Washington
Country Name: the United States
Country Code: US
State Code: MD
State Name: Maryland
Postal Code:
Route Stats
Activity: Cycling
Distance: 29.5 mi
Max Elevation: 144.59999999999997 meters
Elevation Gain / Total Ascent: 275.3 meters
Data Source: MapMyRide
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