W&OD Trailhead

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Nicknamed Virginia’s skinniest park, this 45-mile paved rail trail runs from Shirlington into the countryside.

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Description

Cutting through the busy Beltway area out to Purcellville, the regional park follows the former Washington & Old Dominion line as a paved corridor for cycling, running, walking, and skating. The route sticks to the gentle grades of the old railbed, with only mild rises along the way, while an adjacent 32-mile gravel horse trail provides a parallel track for equestrians. Multiple parking areas line the route, making it easy to jump on and off at different points to take in green stretches and encounter food stops along the way.


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Unlit at nightHeavy trail traffic

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