Lions club Bridge – Mariners' Lake loop from Temple Sinai
Lions club Bridge – Mariners' Lake loop from Temple Sinai
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Lions club Bridge – Mariners' Lake loop from Temple Sinai
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20.5km
40m
Cycling
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.
Last updated: April 19, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted
After 178 m for 121 m
Waypoints
Start point
Parking
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236 m
Lions Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
423 m
Lions club Bridge
Highlight • Monument
487 m
Mariners' Lake
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
14.4 km
Mariners' Lake Natural Area
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
20.5 km
End point
Parking
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
14.5 km
3.23 km
2.37 km
354 m
Surfaces
13.5 km
4.47 km
2.41 km
156 m
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Description
If you're looking for a relaxed and scenic touring cycling route in Newport News, the Lions club Bridge – Mariners' Lake loop from Temple Sinai is a solid choice. This easy 12.7-mile (20.5 km) route, with a minimal 128 feet (39 metres) of elevation gain, can be completed in about 1 hour and 39 minutes, making it perfect for a leisurely outing or a family-friendly ride.
What to expect on Lions club Bridge – Mariners' Lake loop from Temple Sinai
This route takes you through the beautiful Mariners' Museum Park, offering extensive lake views and natural woodlands. While the Noland Trail itself is off-limits to bikes, you'll stick to the paved roads within the park, which provide a smooth and easy surface for touring cyclists. The highlight is undoubtedly the iconic Lions Bridge, where you can pause to admire its distinctive stone lion statues and take in breathtaking vistas of the James River. You'll also pass the impressive "Conquering the Wild" statue, adding another point of interest to your ride. The terrain is mostly flat, making it suitable for cyclists of all experience levels looking for a pleasant, unchallenging ride.
Planning your visit
The route begins near Temple Sinai in Newport News, and you'll find ample parking available in the surrounding area. Remember that the Noland Trail around Mariners' Lake is strictly for pedestrians, so ensure you stay on the designated paved roads within Mariners' Museum Park. This area is beautiful year-round, but spring and fall offer particularly pleasant cycling weather. Always be mindful of pedestrians, as you'll be sharing the paved park roads with them.
Trail details
- Distance: 12.7 miles (20.5 km)
- Elevation gain: 128 feet (39 metres)
- Difficulty: easy
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 39 minutes
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