30 most popular cycling routes in the United States

 

Banks-Vernonia State Trail (Oregon):

• This 21-mile trail is located about 30 minutes from downtown Portland and follows a century-old railroad line. The trail offers beautiful scenery, including tall trees, creeks, and old wooden train trestles​.

Down East Sunrise Trail (Maine):

• Stretching 87 miles from Ellsworth to Ayers Junction, this trail is the longest continuous off-road segment of the East Coast Greenway. It features seaside villages, blueberry thickets, cranberry bogs, and dense woods, making it a picturesque route, especially in the morning light​​.

Rio Grande Trail (Colorado):

• This 42-mile trail from Aspen to Glenwood Springs offers stunning views of the Rocky Mountains, glacial rivers, and wildflower blooms. The route includes various natural and cultural sights such as the John Denver Sanctuary​​.

Shark Valley Tram Road (Florida):

• Located in Everglades National Park, this 15.8-mile loop provides a chance to see various wildlife such as alligators, turtles, and birds. The route is especially popular during the dry season and offers unique full-moon bike tours in the winter​​.

Walkway Over the Hudson (New York):

• This 1.28-mile linear park is the world's longest elevated pedestrian bridge, offering panoramic views of the Hudson River and the surrounding landscape. It connects to the Hudson Valley Rail Trail for an extended cycling experience​.

Circle around North of Lake Washington (Washington):

• This 62 km route around North Lake Washington offers diverse terrain and beautiful views, making it a favorite among Seattle cyclists​.

Makenzie Pass Ride (Oregon):

• A 55 km route starting from Sisters, Oregon, this ride takes cyclists through the stunning volcanic landscape of the Cascade Mountains​.

Clayton River Walk (North Carolina):

• This four-mile trail in Clayton, North Carolina, runs along the Neuse River and connects to the Neuse River Greenway, extending the journey by another 27.5 miles. The route features floodplain forests, wetlands, and picnic areas​​.

Chuck Huckelberry Loop (Arizona):

• This 131-mile network of trails in Tucson was developed after floods in 1983. It connects parks, museums, suburbs, and natural attractions like the Saguaro National Park. The southern section of the loop offers scenic views of the Sonoran desert​.

Circle from Queen Anne Across I-90 Bridge to Bellevue and Return on 520 Bridge (Washington):

• This 47 km route in Seattle offers an urban cycling experience, including crossing major bridges and enjoying city views.

Bike and Brew Ride 1 (Michigan):

• A 31 km ride in Wixom, Michigan, this route offers a relaxed cycling experience with opportunities to explore local breweries​.

Sisters To Terrabone (Oregon):

• This 75 km route from Sisters to Terrabone offers a scenic ride through the Oregon countryside, with moderate elevation changes.

Day 1 Tour California (California):

• This challenging 175 km route in California offers significant elevation changes and beautiful scenery, making it ideal for experienced cyclists​ ​.

Queen Anne-Magnolia including Discovery Park-Ballard Locks-Ballard-Fremont-Queen Anne (Washington):

• A 31 km urban route in Seattle, this trail includes a mix of city streets and park paths, offering a diverse and interesting ride​ .

2015 Cranksgiving (Missouri):

• This 15 km ride in St. Louis, Missouri, combines cycling with a charitable food drive, making it a unique and community-focused event​​.

Brunch, Bike n' Hike (New Jersey):

• A 37 km route in Little Silver, New Jersey, this ride offers a combination of cycling and hiking, with scenic views and picnic spots along the way​ .

Rip Rap Park to South Park Fishing Pond on GMRBT round trip (Ohio):

• A short 5 km route in Huber Heights, Ohio, this ride is perfect for a quick, scenic outing​.

Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail (California):

• Stretching 18 miles along the Pacific Ocean, this trail runs from Castroville to Pacific Grove. It offers stunning coastal views, wildlife watching opportunities, and access to historical sites like Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium​.

George S. Mickelson Trail (South Dakota):

• This 109-mile trail runs through the Black Hills, from Edgemont to Deadwood. It features diverse landscapes, including forests, prairies, and streams, as well as historical sites like the Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore

Great Allegheny Passage (Pennsylvania and Maryland):

• Spanning 150 miles from Pittsburgh, PA, to Cumberland, MD, this trail follows old railroads and connects with the C&O Canal Towpath for an extended journey to Washington, D.C. The route offers scenic views of rivers, mountains, and historic sites​.

Katy Trail (Missouri):

• This 240-mile trail is the longest continuous rail-trail in the United States, running from Clinton to Machens. It follows the path of the Missouri River and offers views of forests, farmland, and historic towns​.

Cape Cod Rail Trail (Massachusetts):

• This 22-mile trail runs from South Dennis to Wellfleet, passing through quaint towns, cranberry bogs, and salt marshes. It's a flat, family-friendly route with plenty of spots to stop and explore​​.

High Trestle Trail (Iowa):

• A 25-mile trail from Ankeny to Woodward, known for its iconic half-mile-long, 13-story-high trestle bridge over the Des Moines River. The bridge is illuminated at night, offering a unique cycling experience​.

Minuteman Bikeway (Massachusetts):

• This 10-mile trail runs from Cambridge to Bedford, following the path of Paul Revere's famous ride. It passes through historic sites related to the American Revolution and offers a scenic, easy ride suitable for all ages​.

Mount Vernon Trail (Virginia):

• An 18-mile trail running along the Potomac River from George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate to Theodore Roosevelt Island. It offers views of the Washington, D.C., skyline, historic sites, and nature preserves​ ​.

Razorback Regional Greenway (Arkansas):

• A 36-mile trail from Bella Vista to Fayetteville, connecting several cities and offering views of parks, lakes, and cultural sites. It's a popular route for both recreational and commuting cyclists​.

Silver Comet Trail (Georgia):

• A 61.5-mile trail from Smyrna to the Alabama state line, where it connects with the Chief Ladiga Trail. It follows a former rail line and offers a peaceful ride through forests, farmland, and small towns​​.

Stowe Recreation Path (Vermont):

• A 5.3-mile trail in Stowe, offering scenic views of the Green Mountains, meadows, and the West Branch River. It's a popular route for leisurely rides and family outings​​.

The Loop (Tucson, Arizona):

• A 131-mile network of shared-use paths and bike lanes connecting the Rillito, Santa Cruz, and Pantano River Parks. The Loop offers diverse scenery, from urban areas to desert landscapes​.