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Herndon Caboose Park – Green Lizard Cycling, Herndon loop from Ashburn

Herndon Caboose Park – Green Lizard Cycling, Herndon loop from Ashburn

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Herndon Caboose Park – Green Lizard Cycling, Herndon loop from Ashburn

03:09

72.7km

390m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 38.0 km for 82 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.80 km

Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park

Highlight • Cycleway

The Washington and Old Dominion Trail and Regional Park, rich in history, spans 45 miles from Shirlington to Purcellville. Once a railroad line dating back to the 1850s, the trail now offers diverse scenery, transitioning from urban Arlington to suburban Falls Church and Vienna, and ending in rural Purcellville. Along the way, enjoy lush parks, tranquil streams, historical landmarks, and open farmland, making it an essential Virginia experience.

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13.1 km

Herndon Caboose Park

Highlight • Monument

Herndon Caboose Park is located in the heart of Herndon, VA, and is a small but historically significant park centered around a restored caboose from the Washington & Old Dominion (W&OD) Railroad. This vibrant red caboose serves as a nod to the town’s railway heritage and is a favorite spot for photos. There are a few benches and green spaces, as well as informational plaques about the area’s railroading history. Situated along the popular W&OD Trail, it’s a popular rest stop for cyclists and walkers.

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13.2 km

Green Lizard Cycling, Herndon

Highlight • Rest Area

Bike shop right off the trail with coffee and beer. First time there was today, and I'll definitely be stopping by again.

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29.9 km

Spring Blossoms!

Highlight • Natural

37.8 km

Broadlands Center Plaza

Highlight • Rest Area

Bruster's Ice-cream is famous in the area.

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64.6 km

Washington & Old Dominion Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Washington & Old Dominion Trail is a converted rail line that runs for 45 miles across Northern Virginia. It runs through a number of cities and by quite a few parks, restaurants and other spots that invite you to stop for a while. It can get quite busy is some sections, so be kind to your fellow trail users.

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66.6 km

Portsmouth Boulevard Sidewalk

Highlight • Cycleway

Good For Walking. Recommended.

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69.1 km

Claiborne Parkway, Ashburn

Highlight • Cycleway

Beautiful Scenery

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72.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.4 km

26.0 km

3.50 km

3.04 km

1.58 km

214 m

Surfaces

63.5 km

7.67 km

775 m

762 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

33°C

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70 %

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Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park

Herndon Caboose Park

Green Lizard Cycling, Herndon

Spring Blossoms!

Broadlands Center Plaza

Washington & Old Dominion Trail

Portsmouth Boulevard Sidewalk

Claiborne Parkway, Ashburn

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