Jul 11, 2016 day one of our bicycle ride, pittsburgh, pa to washington, dc is done and in the books. Jul 30, 2019 please note that this guide only covers the great allegheny passage trail between pittsburgh and cumberland. My sisterinlaw becki, dropped us off me, dan, and my brother jim, right next to point state park. Is it better to bike from pittsburgh to washington d.
Sometime last year, after we traveled through salerno, rome, and edinburgh, we talked about biking from pittsburgh to washington d. Pittsburgh to dc gap bike tour ride 6 days on the gap trail. Cheap train tickets from pittsburgh to washington dc wanderu. Left on a saturday morning from the point in downtown pittsburgh and arrived at the lincoln memorial on wednesday afternoon. In the past 30 days, the cheapest average price users have found for trains from pittsburgh to washington d. Maps and text describing a trail system that will connect pittsburgh pa with washington dc on former railroad grades. The route takes you through many of washingtons nicest neighborhoods, and some that have future potential. Apr 27, 2020 what better way is there to get an introduction to pittsburgh than by bike. Somehow the ride inside that slipstream remains unbroken, and its been one, long, windblown downhill for matt wittmer ever since. So if youre planning on traveling by bus from pittsburgh to dc or from dc to pittsburgh, book your ticket with us today to reserve your seat and see our firstclass amenities firsthand.
The most surefire way to find the lowestpriced train tickets from pittsburgh to washington d. I have heard it takes 5 days enjoyable pace and that you can take your bike on the amtrak to get home. How to bicycle from washington to pittsburgh ron cassie special to the newspost. We left early in the morning on saturday, may 10, and completed the ride in 4 days. Our excursions are tailored to your needs, from a weekend getaway to a full week of cycling and sightseeing. Last week, i posted about how we prepped for our bike ride from pittsburgh to washington d. On this recentlyconstructed and modern trail, you will experience one of the most scenic parts of our country in the laurel highlands. Great allegheny passage americas friendliest longdistance. November 7, 2017 matt zencey on the great allegheny passage trail, a 150mile stretch from cumberland, md. In the past 30 days, the cheapest average price users have found for trains from washington d.
If youre looking for fun activities in the district this spring, youve found a gem with dc bike ride, happening on saturday, may 16. The ultimate bike trip from pittsburgh to washington, d. Dc bike ride will be back on may 16, with 20 miles of carfree roads, monumental views, great music, and delicious cuisine. The great allegheny passage is safe, scenic, and spectacular. We made our way down to the point, and to the official start or end, depending. Planning your traffic free bike trip between pittsburgh and washington, dc mary shaw, roy weil, bill metzger on. Trailguide is loaded with information to make planning your next day or multiday trip a breeze. Every so often, hubs and i have a discussion about what things we want to do before we have kids.
With our bike tour packages and womens bike tour, you can pedal from washington, dc to pittsburgh, pennsylvania and all points in betweenover 334. Dc bike ride finish line parking rates and locations are subject to change so book your parking with spothero today. Pittsburgh with a nickname like city of bridges, the water views and sweeping vistas are a given, but in pittsburgh you can also expect art and hospitality served in a laid back vibe. Dc bike ride is dcs biggest celebration of bicycling. Dc bike ride finish line parking rates and locations are subject to change so book. Because our tours are selfguided, just like the bike, you choose the pace and earn the rewards of a healthy, active vacation. Its something we had talked about before, but always far off in the future. Be part of an amazing, growing community of people who love to bike. I have done the complete trip between pittsburgh and washington, dc twice and have done. The pittsburgh to dc gap bike tour explores the hidden gems of pennsylvania. Jun 22, 2017 the ultimate bike trip from pittsburgh to washington, d. You will not believe the tranquility and the beauty of.
Trailguide is the only annually updated guide of both trails. These daily document sets cover the first stage of the ride, from washington, dc to senecaville, oh. This week i did a 335 mi 540 km bicycle tour from pittsburgh to washington dc along with a group of 3 other folks from the school. Planning your trafficfree bike trip between pittsburgh pa and washington dc mary shaw, roy weil on. We rode 335 files over 6 days in august 2003 pittsburgh. We crossed into washington dc and rode around all of the monuments.
Wed ride through 4 states, starting in arlington, va on the virginiadc border and ending in pittsburgh, pa. Washington, dc to ohio the eastern express bike route. Noble invention bike touring bike the great allegheny. How long would it take to bike from pittsburgh to d. There was only 1 day where i almost cracked, otherwise, its a very pleasant ride. With a familyfriendly course, dc bike ride became the biggest celebration of cycling in dc by offering a unique experience to its participants. Availability and booking for a bus from pittsburgh to dc.
Wmnbikepgh as a resource to provide further clarity and create a more welcoming and inclusive environment in our community programming, as related to gender. At least 65% of the route uses area bike trails including the capital crescent georgetown branch trails, and the sligo creek trail. To find and purchase parking near dc bike ride finish line, select the date and times for your desired reservation to view availability on the map or list. Reserve dc bike ride finish line parking through spothero. Lots and lots of blog posts are available to tell the tales of other adventurers gone before you. From cycling to bike racing to century rides to cyclocross, use our resource to find bike events in pittsburgh, pa, cycling tips and much more. Wilkins special to the bethlehem press in local news.
Pittsburgh to dc bicycle ride day 1 create and babble. The initial 125 miles of this tour are on the great allegheny passage from pittsburgh to cumberland, md, located on abandoned railroad beds. I read a few articles and got some information but wanted to know if anyone on reddit has ever done it, or knows someone who has, and could offer advice. Planning your trafficfree bike trip between pittsburgh. Washington, dc is a great city to explore by bike with 40 miles of bike lanes and more than 800 miles of biking trails throughout the metropolitan region. Biking a trail of history from pittsburgh to washington. A comprehensive, visual guidebook to bicycling from pittsburgh, pa. Planning your trafficfree bike trip between pittsburgh, pa and washington, dc 3rd edition mary shaw, roy weil on.
Day one of our bicycle ride, pittsburgh, pa to washington, dc is done and in the books. The great allegheny passage biking from pittsburgh to. Detailed trail guide for bicycling pittsburgh to dc over 335 miles of trail, using the gap. Pittsburgh to washington, dc by bike some of the planning for this trip is available in the mbb forums. Pedaling 300 miles between pittsburgh and washington was her idea of a great way to mark a milestone birthday. The 5 best pittsburgh bike tours with photos tripadvisor. You will experience the entire trail on this 334 mile adventure. This trail is called the great allegheny passage the gap.
All you had to do was get on a bicycle and ride 335 miles over abandoned rail lines and canal towpaths from pittsburgh to washington in nine days. Bus from pittsburgh to dc and from dc to pittsburgh megabus. These web pages are drawn from the book linking up. Ride your bicycle from pittsburgh to washington, d. This amazing rail trail now spans from the city of pittsburgh down to cumberland, maryland, for 150 miles of uninterrupted riding. While the traffic around the nations capital has gotten more congested in recent years, the capital region has become more bikefriendly than ever before. Noble invention bike touring aspires to the same offering simple and yet efficient trip planning services to create a supremely satisfying bike tour experience. Our comprehensive bike tour vacation planning and exceptional customer service means youll have an unforgettable. Get outdoors and enjoy washington, dcs iconic sights, sounds and tastes on this carfree 20mile bike ride.
A great bike passage from pittsburgh to washington, d. This is the essential book if youre planning a trip along the pittsburghdc trailway. If youre looking for a truly memorable bike touring experience, look no further than the expansive and historic 335 mile nonmotorized route between pittsburgh and washington d. After the epic ride, enjoy live music, your favorite food trucks, and activities for all ages at the finish festival on 3rd street between the us capitol building and the national mall. Bike from pittsburgh to washington dc on the famouse great allegheny passage.
What to know about biking from pittsburgh, pa to washington. The great allegheny passage traces americas westward expansion through a chain of cyclistfriendly trail towns, each with easy access to trailheads, restaurants, lodging, camping, and bike shops. About the great allegheny passage the great allegheny passage gap trail runs 150 miles through the heart of pennsylvania, from the point park in downtown pittsburgh to cumberland maryland. Apr 26, 2015 biking a trail of history from pittsburgh to washington. Bike trail book trip planning great allegheny passage. Bikabouts travel guide will help you wander the best of the burghs bikeable eats, drinks, sights and beds, by bike. Aug 24, 2014 in june 2014, two years into retirement, i took the leap and committed to an unsupported solo washington, d.
The gender matters information page was developed by bikepghs women and nonbinary program. Apr 06, 20 whether you prefer a tranquil getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life or an earthfriendly way to get to the heart of the city, check out this list of best bike rides in the dc area. Biking a trail of history from pittsburgh to washington the. Most of the great allegheny passage is through wooded areas and the occasi. Youll be amazed by how much territory you can cover on these bike tours of pittsburgh. Bike and roll is the best option for fun and interactive bike and segway site seeing in washington dc. The paw paw tunnel, antietam battlefield, lock houses. Plan your route with the award winning pittsburgh bike map. Join in the most fun you can have on two wheels while touring the citys famous sights. Jump on your bike, dc, and join him on the greater dc areas greatest rides. The 2019 pa ipl pennsylvaniatodc bike ride took place may 10th15th, 2019, with two starting locations. How to bicycle from washington to pittsburgh frederick. The most surefire way to find the lowestpriced train tickets from washington d.
The great allegheny passage gap trail connects pittsburgh pa and cumberland md on 150 miles of crushed limestone rail to trail bliss. The 2 seasons a motherdaughter duo, residing in two different parts of the country, team up to write a lively blog about their homes, decorating, food, fun, and their worldwide travels. This spring i suggested to our bike walk rva team of max heppbuchanan and brantley tyndall that we should determine the feasibility of organizing an event that would take cyclists on a twoday journey from richmond to washington, dc. Whether you prefer a tranquil getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life or an earthfriendly way to get to the heart of the city, check out this list of best bike rides in the dc area. Bike from washington dc to cumberland md to pittsburgh pa. Mar 09, 2012 pedaling 300 miles between pittsburgh and washington was her idea of a great way to mark a milestone birthday. This really neat route around downtown dc is from a waba sponsored ride. For the most detailed coverage of the dctopittsburgh segment of this route, you should obtain the latest edition of the trail continue reading part 1. Oct 31, 20 ive also never rode more than 30 miles on a bike.
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