Best Bike Rides near Washington DC and Baltimore

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Regional cycling guides by local cyclist Martin Fernandez that detail the best bike rides near Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland

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Best Bike Rides near Washington DC and Baltimore

Best Bike Rides Washington DC, Mountain Biking the Washington DC/Baltimore Area, and Mountain Biking Virginia are cycling guides by local rider Martin Fernandez that document the best bike rides near Washington DC, Baltimore and Virginia. The guides offer readers a comprehensive list of the best bike rides (on and off-road) around the Washington D.C. and Baltimore areas and Virginia. In the Guides you will find where to Mountain Bike in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia and where to ride your road bike in the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Region.

All books include a ride list, along with maps and directions, of the best bike rides in Northern Virginia, Virginia, and the best bike rides in Maryland, including the best mountain bike trails in Northern Virginia and the best mountain bike trails in Maryland.

Best Bike Rides Washington DC is a member of both the Mid Atlantic Off-Road Enthusiasts (MORE) and the Washington Area Bicycling Association (WABA).

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Three Books

139

Documented rides

1800+

miles ridden

Best Bike Rides DC Blog

Getting Ready for the MoCo Epic

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September 14, 2016

Angry Mountain Biker

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September 8, 2016

Yazda and Trail Status Developer James Stoup

Yazda, Trail Status and James Stoup

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June 20, 2016

Cycling Photography: Cap CX 2013 Jeff Dickey Darrell Parks

Cycling Photography: Darrell Parks and Bruce Buckley

Enjoying the urban trails of Rock Creek Park, MD.

Urban Trails, exploring Silver Spring's trails

Jim Harman - EX2 Adventure - Adventure Racing in the DC Region

Adventure Racing Around DC, Jim Harman

Ernie Rodriguez: Mountain Biking the DC Region

The 2015 MoCo Epic

Schaeffer Farms Trail Connector - Red Trail

The big billboard, Fredericksburg Quarry

The Fredericksburg Quarry

MTBDC at Wunder Garten

Should I pack or rent a bike?

The Pilgrimage: A few more days mountain biking in Peru

Well researched. Clearly written. The bible of DC area mountain bike trails.

Jeremy R.

This is the definitive guide for Mountain Biking in the Mid-Atlantic…

Tom M.

I love the color pictures in this book and the background about each ride. The authors did a great job.

Erica

A great guide. The selected trails are covered in great detail – you will get everything you need about the trails. A serious must have book, even for the locals.

Tom J.

This is a really nicely written book of the complete inventory of mountain bike trails in the DC and Baltimore areas.

Ernest

The author knows the area well and has been riding in DC for a long time. very big in the mountain bike community…

Every seasoned rider knows that an awesome trail is the manifestation of love driven by a passionate individual or group – Martin pays homage to these personalities by mentioning them in the book…

Tom M.

A must for every Mountain Bike enthusiast in the Washington DC AND Baltimore areas!

Jose Luis

This is THE BOOK for mountain biking in the Mid-Atlantic region!

This is a must have reference for any noob to seasoned rider looking to explore the Mid-Atlantic MTB trails.

Tom M.

Extremely thorough. No detail left out. Clear trailhead and on trail directions with tons of extra info.

Howard

A must have for those new or visiting the DC area.

Majed

A comprehensive book

Rachel

Best Bike Rides DC shared Mid Atlantic Off Road Enthusiasts - MORE's post.

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Ever been on the fence about heading out to Front Royal and Elizabeth Furnace? Here's your chance to visit a ride that has been a rite of passage for regional Mountain Bikers with a group of solid ride leaders. ... See MoreSee Less

Mid Atlantic Off Road Enthusiasts - MORE

MORE is revisiting some of it's old hotspots, with some of its original Ride Leaders. Join Dan Hudson, Joe Whitehair and Ryan Delany for the first of several upcoming Discovery Rides!

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Wow, photo is Ted Ecker in foreground , maybe Boulder Bob.

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Gravel ride! Super nice morning @princewilliamforestpark #gorideyourbike #ridewithmore #rideva #goplayoutside ... See MoreSee Less

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Was thinking about gravel riding there this evening. Muddy?

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good stuff from our friends at the Trail Conservancy...We're excited to help announce awesome bike access news in Maryland! Check it out! ... See MoreSee Less

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About the Author

Martin Fernandez is the author of the best selling book Mountain Biking the Washington, D.C./Baltimore Area, and Best Bike Rides D.C. a guide featuring the best bike rides - on and off-road - in the Washington, D.C. Metro Area, Martin is currently working on a new guide that will feature the best off-road rides in Virginia.

All photographs and text within this website are copyright Martin Fernandez unless otherwise specified and are presented for web viewing only. Nothing contained within this site may be reproduced, downloaded, stored, copied, manipulated, altered, or used in any form without prior written permission from Martin Fernandez.

The best bike rides near Washington DC, Virginia and Baltimore at your fingertips!

Best Bike Rides near Washington DC and Baltimore

Subscribe to receive where to ride reports

Best Bike Rides DC Blog

Getting Ready for the MoCo Epic

Angry Mountain Biker

Yazda, Trail Status and James Stoup

Cycling Photography: Darrell Parks and Bruce Buckley

Urban Trails, exploring Silver Spring's trails

Adventure Racing Around DC, Jim Harman

Ernie Rodriguez: Mountain Biking the DC Region

The 2015 MoCo Epic

Schaeffer Farms Trail Connector - Red Trail

The Fredericksburg Quarry

MTBDC at Wunder Garten

Should I pack or rent a bike?

The Pilgrimage: A few more days mountain biking in Peru

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