Cycling

GO FOR A RIDE
The Roanoke Region is one of the best places in the nation for cycling. Whether you're into BMX, road biking, or simply enjoy to ride now and then, the options are endless.

ROADS AND TRAILS
Between the Greenways and miles of trails winding through the mountains, the Roanoke Region offers a variety of trails ranging from easy to difficult.

Carvin's Cove Natural Reserve is often considered Roanoke's hidden gem as the 2nd largest municipal park in the US covering 8000 acres and featuring dozens of mountain biking trails. Rt. 11 and Rt. 311, Roanoke • 540.563.9170

Douthat State Park offers dozens of trails throughout the park. 14239 Douthat State Park Rd., Millsboro • 540.862.8100

Franklin County Recreational Park features mountain biking and hiking trails. 2150 Sontag Rd., Rocky Mount • 540.483.9293

George Washington and Jefferson National Forests maintain miles of mountain biking trails. James River Ranger District, 810-A Madison Avenue, Covington • 540.962.2214

Roanoke Valley Greenways are 23 miles of designated road biking and walking trails. 210 Reserve Ave., Roanoke • 540.843.2236

New River Trail State Park offers a 57-mile long mountain trail parallel to the New River.176 Orphanage Dr., Foster Falls • 276. 699.6778

Salem Bike Route is an 11.2 mile round trip course designed for all ages and skill levels. Begins in Longwood Park, Salem • 540.375.3057

TransAmerica Trail runs through the region providing cycling opportunities.

Virginia Explore Park offers nine miles of biking trails. Milepost 115 Blue Ridge Parkway, Roanoke

Waid Recreation Area features several biking and hiking trails. 701 Waid Park Rd., Rocky Mount • 540.483.9293

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Are you looking for someone to ride with? Cycling in the Roanoke Region is a popular activity and several organizations provide communities and opportunities for cyclists.

Blue Ridge Bicycling Club promotes and encourages the use of the bicycle for transportation and recreation, provides information in the interest of bicycling safety, and promotes competitive cycling. PO Box 13383, Roanoke

Roanoke Cycling Organization focuses on racing, riding, training, education and event promotion. Understand the impact of cyclists behavior on and off the road, seek continuing education from bike handling to maintenance techniques, and get involved in all forms of bicycle racing and promotion. 2608 Parkview Drive, Vinton

The Roanoke Outdoor and Social Club seeks to bring together people who represent a variety of interests and experience levels and provide a mix of activities inlcuding hiking, backpacking, biking, climbing, kayaking, canoeing, rafting, caving, and more.

STORES AND REPAIR SHOPS
Whether you are looking for a new bicycle or need some updates or repairs, there is always a bike shop just around the corner.

Cardinal Bicycle
2901 Orange Ave, Roanoke • 540.344.2453

Cooper's Bike Shop
12 W 4th St., Salem 540 • 389.2453

East Coasters
3544 Electric Rd, Roanoke • 540.951.2369

Edwards Cycle Service
52 Edwards Cycle Rd, Fincastle • 540.982.1500

Keirin Culture
902 13th St., Roanoke • 540.597.6750