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East View – West View loop from Barnesville

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United States
Maryland
Montgomery County

East View – West View loop from Barnesville

Hard

4.7

(8832)

15,752

riders

East View – West View loop from Barnesville

02:12

36.4km

540m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 8.70 km for 51 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

8.72 km

East View

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East View is a vantage point situated near the parking trailhead to the Sugarloaf Mountains. It's a great way to reap the benefits of a good view without walking too far.

There is a grassy patch with numerous picnic benches where you can sit and enjoy lunch.

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2

8.72 km

A delightful spot to relax and recharge after a cycling session. You'll find stunning eastward views of Sugarloaf Mountain, along with several picnic benches and a spacious grassy area perfect for resting.

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3

9.52 km

West View

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This area boasts similar westward views to those from Sugarloaf Mountain, but you get to avoid the crowds. On a clear day, you should be able to see all the way to Dickerson and Point of Rocks.

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4

9.98 km

View towards Dickerson and Point of Rocks

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5

12.0 km

This water fountain at Sugarloaf Mountain is a lifesaver for thirsty cyclists after the mountain climbs. Take advantage of the stop to refill your bottles.

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6

23.8 km

Along Park Mill Road, just beyond Mt Ephraim Road. Quite a surprise in this otherwise rustic countryside landscape.

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7

24.8 km

Old Cabin with Antiques Porch

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36.4 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.1 km

8.54 km

552 m

170 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.4 km

16.7 km

1.93 km

167 m

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

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Wednesday 4 November

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