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22 set 2010 09:00

Whites Ferry Loop

Fun ride, scenic and mostly flat. Uses the W&OD trail, Mt. Vernon Trail and the C&O Canal. Bring $1 for the ferry ride across the Potomac. About 36 miles of this ride (along the C&O tow path) is unpaved. Even though the trail is in fairly good shape, I recommend 28 mm tires (1.25") as a minimum. Picnic sites, portable bathroom and well water is available along the tow path. Great Falls is a favorite place to stop for a rest and walk about.
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Fun ride, scenic and mostly flat. Uses the W&OD trail, Mt. Vernon Trail and the C&O Canal. Bring $1 for the ferry ride across the Potomac. About 36 miles of this ride (along the C&O tow path) is unpaved. Even though the trail is in fairly good shape, I recommend 28 mm tires (1.25") as a minimum. Picnic sites, portable bathroom and well water is available along the tow path. Great Falls is a favorite place to stop for a rest and walk about. Enjoy!
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By: KFC
Started in: Reston, VA, US
Distance: 86,7 mi
Selected: 86,7 mi
Elevation: + 1466 / - 1465 piedi
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Tim Rayle
Tim Rayle said
oltre 9 anni ago

I just did part of this ride the other day. I loved the stretch along the C&O canal.

I shortened the ride a bit taking the Key Bridge to Rosslyn and catching the Metro back to Reston.

Tim Rayle
Tim Rayle said
oltre 9 anni ago

The Ferry has gone up to $2...well worth it for this cool old cable guided ferry.

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Departed: 22 set 2010 09:00
Starts in: Reston, VA, US
Distance: 86,7 mi
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Elevation: + 1466 / - 1465 piedi
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