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Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park – Rock Creek Trail loop from Medical Center

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United States
Maryland
Montgomery County
Bethesda

Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park – Rock Creek Trail loop from Medical Center

Moderate

4.9

(3013)

12,381

riders

Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park – Rock Creek Trail loop from Medical Center

01:43

39.9km

240m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. 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: October 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 25.4 km for 51 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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5.39 km

Beach Drive in Rock Creek Park

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Like riding on a cloud, the new asphalt is A #1. Car free Saturday and Sunday, so watch out for pedestrians and ride away. Restrooms and waysides along the road.

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2

11.7 km

Ross Drive Northwest, Rock Creek Park

Highlight (Segment) • Bridge

Climb Ridge Road and cross Ross Drive Bridge, which features an open-spandrel concrete arch and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

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3

13.4 km

Pierce Mill

Highlight • Monument

Once a working gristmill in the 1800s, Pierce Mill offers a glimpse into early Washington industry amid the woodland calm of Rock Creek Park. Today, its restored stone walls and …

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4

17.9 km

Rock Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Rock Creek Trail is a 16-mile (25.7 km) Greenway between Needwood Lake and Beach Drive. The trail leads through Rock Greek Regional Park, a lovely nature spot amongst the urban …

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5

18.6 km

Mount Zion Cemetery

Highlight • Historical Site

From this spot on the Rock Creek Trail you can see the historic Mount Zion Cemetery. This historically significant burial ground is adjacent to the Female Union Band Society Cemetery, …

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6

20.5 km

Rock Creek Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Rock Creek Trail is a popular spot for foot traffic. Starting from the parking lot off Virginia Avenue, the paved path follows Rock Creek, passing landmarks like the William Howard …

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7

26.0 km

Key Bridge Boathouse

Highlight • Rest Area

Boathouse where canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddle boards can be rented. Great way to explore the Potomac shoreline up and down stream.

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39.9 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.5 km

5.85 km

2.36 km

729 m

323 m

111 m

Surfaces

36.1 km

2.92 km

755 m

137 m

< 100 m

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Comments

August 20, 2024,Rock Creek, Capital Crescent Trail Loop from Chevy Chase, DC
Easy and scenic ride (e-bike) along Rock Creek and Potomac River, with a stop for lunch at the Washington Harbor.
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