Great Falls and back

A cycling route starting in Cabin John, Maryland, United States of America.

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Start at parking lot off MacArthur Blvd on east end of one way bridge. Follow trail downhill and under freeways. Take footbridge across C&O canal and turn right on tow path.

Follow tow path along the canal, past several footbridges and the "Widewater" lake. Canal locks on your right, the Potomac is on your left. Look out for herons and turtles in the canal.

Cross over the canal at the former Great Falls Tavern. Food available at concession stand.

Go through parking lot and follow MacArthur Blvd up the hill (steep).

At the top, follow MacArthur Blvd to the right (steep downhill).

Old Angler's Inn at the foot of the hill on your left (fancy inside, casual outside).

Follow MacArthur Blvd (bike path) to return to parking lot.

 

 

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Duration
21.5 km
Distance
167 m
Ascent
147 m
Descent
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Avg. speed
125 m
Avg. speed
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created this 17 years ago

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