
Offered for all skill levels, join a certified Washington Area Bicyclists Association (WABA) instructor teaching biking for transportation, fun and fitness.
Download the Pocket Guide to DC Bike Laws to review the rights and responsibilities of cyclists on DC streets.
From commuter amenities to protected bike lanes, learn more about how to help improve bicycling in the Washington, DC area.
Experience DC on Two Wheels
Explore all the bike-friendliness Washington, DC has to offer. The map is colorful and easy-to-read, making it a perfect guide for experienced and new riders to venture out and experience DC by bike.
DC bike maps can be picked up in person at a variety of DC bike shops and at Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) events. Businesses, residents, visitors, and commuters can request a complimentary copy mailed to them by emailing info@godcgo.com.
For more than a decade, the District has been building a citywide network of on-street bike lanes, signed routes and other bicycle facilities. These efforts are successful in not only attracting a rapidly-growing number of cyclists, but also making streets safer for all users—drivers, pedestrians, transit riders and cyclists. moveDC is a collaborative effort led by DDOT to develop a bold and implementation-focused vision for DC’s transportation future. Continued expansion of the bike network, bike parking and the bikeshare program are moveDC priorities that will help ensure a safe and convenient bicycling environment in the District for cyclists of all ages and abilities.
GOAL 1: MORE AND BETTER BIKE FACILITIES
GOAL 2: MORE BIKE-FRIENDLY POLICIES
GOAL 3: MORE BICYCLE-RELATE EDUCATION, PROMOTION AND ENFORCEMENT
Learn more about DDOT’s Long-range Bike Master Plan
The backbone of the Anacostia Riverfront in DC, connecting residents, visitors, and communities to the river, one another, and numerous commercial and recreational destinations.
A link in the national shore-to-shore American Discovery Trail, this trail provides miles of uninterrupted trails along the tributaries of the Anacostia River.
An established recreational greenway following the route of the old Baltimore & Annapolis Railroad from Glen Burnie to Annapolis.
A 12.5-mile scenic trail that encircles BWI Airport property and connects hikers, bicyclists, walkers and joggers to community resources, public transportation and area attractions.
Rails-To-Trails converted the old Georgetown Branch of the C&O Railroad from a railroad bed to this paved trail with gentle gradients.
This noise-protected trails runs along I-66 in Arlington County and is accessible 24-hours a day and lit at night.
An East/West running trail that follows Four Mile Run, linking the W&OD Trail and the Mt. Vernon Trail.
A scenic, recreational route through Henson Creek Stream Valley Park in southern Prince George’s County.
An eight-mile linear park and trail running parallel to Metro’s Red Line from Union Station in DC to Silver Spring, Maryland, connecting to the Capital Crescent Trail.
An 18.5 mile path along the Potomac River, parallel to the George Washington Parkway, connecting to the Custis and Washington & Old Dominion trails.
This popular 18-mile asphalt trail runs from Lake Needwood in Montgomery County into DC.
Finding a good route is important when you are trying to get around metro DC by bike. Fortunately, there are maps, apps, websites and tools to help you find your way.
Allows you to view all station locations and the number of available bikes and docks, purchase a pass, unlock a bike, and ride right away!
The ultimate transport app that uses open data, mobile, and payment technology to make transport sustainable and hassle free; particularly useful for bike and dock availability.
You’ll be able to get real-time information for all your mobility options anywhere and everywhere you go. Data is sorted by what’s most useful at the exact time and moment you open the app.
A robust, interactive transit map that shows metropolitan DC’s complete bike network. From bike-friendly roads to dirt paths and trails, this handy tool will help you get going on two wheels.
Helbiz is your new urban mobility partner. Simply tap to instantly unlock, ride, and leave your e-bike anywhere for the next person to use.
Web tool identifying bike parking locations throughout the Washington, DC region.
Web tool helping you find safer bike routes.
Ride Report tracks your miles, maps your routes, and awards ride streaks for your daily errands and commutes.
Social network connecting runners and cyclists through the sports they love.
Transit is your real-time urban travel companion. Get accurate real-time predictions, simple trip planning, step-by-step navigation, service disruption notifications, and departure and stop reminders. You can also easily find and grab the closest bikeshare.
Map specializing in bike shops, trail access, incidents, and DC routes.
An initiative of Arlington County, VA to encourage and enable more people to go by bike more often.
The complete recreational biking guide to the Washington, DC area.
Metro DC’s bikeshare system available for use 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
Helpful biking resources from the District Department of Transportation.
Understand all your options when it comes to biking in Washington, DC.
DDOT requires operators to make dockless vehicles accessible to all Washingtonians.
Source of research and best practices for advocates working to increase awareness about better transportation options.
A DDOT initiative offering planning assistance for DC Schools that are interested in improving safety for student walkers and cyclists.
Cycling advocacy in the nation’s capital.
WABA aims to create a healthy, more livable region by advocating for better bicycling conditions and by providing bike education to area residents.
Report information about bike crashes to WABA to ensure fair treatment of cyclists involved in accidents.
Discussion forum presented by BikeArlington, goDCgo, and the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA).
Information about bringing your bike on the Metrorail and Metrobus.
A membership with Capital Bikeshare offers 24/7 access to thousands of bike at hundreds of stations in Washington, DC; Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, and Falls Church, VA; and Montgomery County and Prince George’s Country, MD.
Visit Capitalbikeshare.com | Download the Capital Bikeshare App
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Custom Bike Route Maps
We teamed up with the Washington Area Bicyclist Association (WABA) to customize the best local routes for cyclists of any skill level. Whether you’re looking for a beginner route, more advanced route, or just a scenic ride, you’ve got options.
To order a printed version, visit CommuterPage.com. For bulk copies, visit our brochure requests center.