Even though you’re on a self supported adventure, we are always available to help answer your questions. Check out the info on this page, give us a buzz at 412-600-0675. While we might be miles away, we’ll help put you in touch with the closest place for bike repairs, a comfy bed, or a cold beer!
The following contains information about the trail, the trip and our services. Included are detailed DC and Cumberland Bike Drop off information, Tips and Reminders, Links to our FAQ and Blog entries to help you prepare and know what to expect….and more!
Trail Alerts
- Whites Ferry is now closed, which presents a unique problem for riders staying in nearby Leesburg. We are currently watching as the two sides of the dispute negotiate and hope that the ferry resumes operation in the near future. If not, we are working with our lodging partners in Leesburg to offer a shuttle.
Be Prepared and In-The-Know:
FAQ– Information about your bikes, the gear that is included and more. You’ll find out more about the terrain, the accommodations, what to bring, what to expect and everything in between!
Tips and Reminders
- Keep your tires inflated to the suggested PSI. B+Bs, hotels, bike shops, and visitor centers usually have pumps available. Do what you can to get the maximum PSI in there everyday, and you will likely not get a flat on the entire trip!
- If you have an emergency on the trail, call 911 and use the mile markers as a reference.
- Golden Triangle Bike strongly recommends wearing your helmet each mile of your ride.
- Flat repair kits are in your handlebar bags. If you don’t exactly know how to use it, flag another cyclists down! We’re a friendly bunch!
- Keep right and announce passing as “on your left!”
- Dont forget your headlight in the handlebar bag of your rental bike for the tunnels
- Have fun and ‘keep the rubber side down!
Don’t forget to check out the super helpful FAQ section of our website.
Dropping your bike off in Washington DC.
You made it!
You will be dropping your bike off with our friends at Unlimited Biking. At mile marker 0 on the C&O in Georgetown, you’re a few short miles and a great ride through the national mall to get there.
When you arrive at Unlimited Biking, check in with a staff member. Let them know you’re just finishing up and you’ll be dropping off the bike with them. They’ll direct you to a space to unpack and get sorted.
Directions, GPS and Map for DC bike dropoff:
- If using your own GPS device or direction application use the following address:
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998 Maine Ave SWWashington, DC 20024
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- Web and phone: Unlimited Biking. 202-842-2453
- Google Map Link-
- Turn by Turn
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Thompson Boat Center2900 Virginia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20037-Head northwest 315 ft-Turn right onto Rock Creek Trail 0.7 mi-Slight right 0.2 mi-Turn left 75 ft-Turn right 0.2 mi-Turn left 23 ft-Turn right 361 ft-Turn left 0.7 mi-Turn right 0.2 mi-Turn right onto Raoul Wallenberg Pl SW 26 ft-Turn left onto Jefferson Dr SW 0.3 mi-Turn right onto 12th St SW 397 ft-Turn left onto Independence Ave SW 0.1 mi-Turn right onto L’Enfant Plaza SW 0.5 mi-Keep right to stay on L’Enfant Plaza SW 233 ft-Turn right toward Maine Ave SW 36 ft-Turn right toward Maine Ave SW 0.1 mi-Slight right at Maine Ave SW 56 ft-Turn left onto Maine Ave SW-Destination will be on the right240 ftUnlimited Biking998 Maine Ave SWWashington, DC 20024
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Dropping your Bike Off in Cumberland, MD
Dropping off in Cumberland is a breeze. Wheelz Up Adventures is directly on the trail, so you can’t miss it.
Wheelz Up Adventures is located in Canal Place right where the GAP meets the C&O. They are next to the Crabby Pig if you need to grab a beer after dropping off your bike. Their phone number is 301-777-8724.
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