C&O Depot – Fort Watauga loop from Johnson City

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C&O Depot – Fort Watauga loop from Johnson City

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C&O Depot – Fort Watauga loop from Johnson City

02:35

40.3km

260m

Cycling

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

Last updated: October 28, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 18.5 km for 52 m

After 37.8 km for 238 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.65 km

C&O Depot

Highlight • Historical Site

The C&O Depot in Johnson City, Tennessee, originally served as the Carolina, Clinchfield & Ohio Railway station, playing a pivotal role in the city's development as a major rail hub …

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10.2 km

Tweetsie Trail Along Buffalo Creek

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Tweetsie Trail is a great trail for cyclist, walkers, and runners that runs from Johnson City through the town of Elizabethton, Tennessee. It is all smooth crushed gravel. This …

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14.1 km

Fort Watauga

Highlight • Historical Site

Fort Watauga is actually a reconstruction of the original fort that was here. Each year there are several different educational events that take place here. Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park …

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37.1 km

Johnson City is situated at the Appalachian foothills and is a popular destination for hikers. There are several multiuse trails that cut through the city, as well as numerous trails in the nearby hills.

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37.9 km

Founders Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Founders Park is a 5-acre green space located in downtown Johnson City. There are several trails that take you through the park, as well as picnic tables and benches.

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40.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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