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  1. Rock Creek Park - Cycling

    Rock Creek Park cuts through the center of the nation’s capital and offers miles of roads and paved paths for cyclists.

    Difficulty
    2 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    4.3 miles
    Duration
    1-2 hours
  2. Mount Vernon Trail - Cycling

    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.

    Difficulty
    2 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    14.1 miles
    Duration
    2-4 hours
  3. Sugarloaf Mountain - Cycling

    Sugarloaf Mountain is a 1.3-mile climb that is a great mid-ride challenge for road cyclists.

    Difficulty
    3 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    32.4 miles
    Duration
    5-15 minutes
  4. Prince William Forest Park - Cycling

    Prince William Forest Park has 11 miles of paved roads and is ideal for both outdoor enthusiasts and wildlife watchers

    Difficulty
    2 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    29.5 miles
    Duration
    1-2 hours.
  5. Mount Weather - Cycling

    Mount Weather is a challenging climb for road cyclists, and it has both a north and south route.

    Difficulty
    4 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    48.1 miles
    Duration
    15-45 minutes
  6. Hains Point - Cycling

    Hains Point is an island that offers views of Washington, D.C. and the surrounding areas.

    Difficulty
    2 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    3.3 miles
    Duration
    15-30 minutes per loop.
  7. Skyline Drive Scenic Highway - Cycling

    Skyline Drive is a 105-mile scenic road that climbs 15,000 feet through Shenandoah National Park.

    Difficulty
    5 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    63.6 miles
    Duration
    1 hour up to 3 days
  8. Capital Crescent Trail - Cycling

    The 7-mile Capital Crescent Trail is a crucial link between Montgomery County, Md. and Washington, D.C.

    Difficulty
    2 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    6.4 miles
    Duration
    30-60 minutes
  9. W&OD Trail - Cycling

    The W&OD Trail is built on an old train line and stretches 45 miles to the western suburbs of Washington, D.C.

    Difficulty
    3 of 5 diamonds
    From Downtown
    5.5 miles
    Duration
    Depends on distance
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