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Rock Creek Park cuts through the center of the nation’s capital and offers miles of roads and paved paths for cyclists.
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The 18-mile Mount Vernon Trail starts at Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington, and skirts along the George Washington Memorial Parkway and the Potomac River.
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Sugarloaf Mountain is a 1.3-mile climb that is a great mid-ride challenge for road cyclists.
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Prince William Forest Park has 11 miles of paved roads and is ideal for both outdoor enthusiasts and wildlife watchers
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Mount Weather is a challenging climb for road cyclists, and it has both a north and south route.
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Hains Point is an island that offers views of Washington, D.C. and the surrounding areas.
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Skyline Drive is a 105-mile scenic road that climbs 15,000 feet through Shenandoah National Park.
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The 7-mile Capital Crescent Trail is a crucial link between Montgomery County, Md. and Washington, D.C.
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The W&OD Trail is built on an old train line and stretches 45 miles to the western suburbs of Washington, D.C.
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The Shenandoah Valley Wine Trail travels approximately 200 miles and passes 19 different vineyards in west central Virginia, providing an excellent biking adventure.
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The historic Shenandoah Valley town of Staunton, Virginia, is an excellent place to view the fall colors. With hundreds of miles of trails for hiking and biking—plus a wide variety of in-town amenities—Staunton is perfect for a fall getaway.
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