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The Great Allegheny Passage soars over valleys, snakes around mountains, and skirts alongside three rolling rivers on its nearly level path from Cumberland, Md. to Pittsburgh. Cyclists pass through the Cumberland Narrows, cross the Mason-Dixon Line...more

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13 Canal St, Cumberland, MD 21502-3052

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Gary F

Bay City, Michigan

135

Reviewed December 1, 2018

Even Lance Legweak can ride

My wife and I first rode to this trail from Michigan. We started in Pittsburgh, and went east. The GAP trail was so great that we encouraged 15 of our friends to ride it the next year with us SAGing. The trail is not a...More

Date of experience: August 2018

1 Thank Gary F

Thanks, Gary, for the great trip report and for lobbying for the GAP. The Lance Legweaks of the world thank you for advocating for them, too. Hope you'll come back and ride the other direction, perhaps stop for a Flight 93 or Fallingwater tour.

nwelch54

173

Reviewed October 27, 2018

The Best Long Distance Bicycle Path in the Nation

WE took 4 days riding from Cumberland to Pittsburgh. The trail was in great shape, the people we met were wonderful, and we thoroughly enjoyed the trip

Date of experience: October 2018

1 Thank nwelch54

So glad you had a great journey on the GAP! The trail culture is indeed fantastic, and the sites are second to none. Thanks for the good report. Come back for a spring wildflower trip in June!

k s

Fairfax, Virginia

3820

Reviewed October 26, 2018

Fun, easy bicycling with history, views, nature

I only rode from Frostburg to eastern continental divide and if that section is any indicator of this trail's assets, I'm anxious to return for other sections. It's in great condition and the historic sites & markers provide history and appreciation for its present-day leisure/tourism...More

Date of experience: October 2018

1 Thank k s

Thanks for riding that stretch of the Great Allegheny Passage! Thousands of volunteer hours contribute to good trail conditions, and for sure, the views and vistas are amazing. Consider and out and back overnight from Meyersdale to Confluence, or Ohiopyle to Connellsville, for example.

G4flyfish

Nashville, Tennessee

28755

Reviewed October 21, 2018 via mobile

A Must Ride Trail!

The Great Allegheny Passage is a must ride trail. I rode from Deal, PA to Cumberland, MD which is about 26 miles. One the ride you see some of the most beautiful scenery, cross the Eastern Continental Divide, the Mason Dixon Line and go through...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank G4flyfish

Thanks for riding! You picked a lovely section of the GAP. Hope you enjoyed the view outside Big Savage Tunnel.

byteforbyte

Alexandria, Virginia

11122

Reviewed October 7, 2018 via mobile

Great Ride

This was my first time riding the GAP and it was a great experience. We started from Pittsburgh and rode to Cumberland and then on to DC. The trail was well maintained as cared for. Thank you for taking such good care of it. I...More

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank byteforbyte

Lots of volunteer labor from Pittsburgh to Connellsville, and then lovely staff from Ohiopyle State Park, Somerset County, and Allegany County Maryland. Glad you had a good ride!

doodleranch

Leicester, Massachusetts

53

Reviewed October 3, 2018

Must do

We started in Pittsburgh and went to Cumberland in 5 days. We used a bike company to have our luggage taken to the next B&B each day so it was rather luxurious and pricey but it was a great time. The trail is crushed stone...More

Date of experience: September 2018

3 Thank doodleranch

Glad you had a good trip! Hope you'll return in May for the spring wildflowers.

Ronda H

31

Reviewed September 20, 2018

Beautiful - Must Do !!!

Beautiful Bike Trail, trail is in excellent condition. Take 4 Days, there is alot to see and you don't want to rush. Start in Pittsburgh and Ride it through to Cumberland. You won't be disappointed.

Date of experience: August 2018

1 Thank Ronda H

Thanks, Ronda, glad you had a good journey. Come back sometime this fall for some great colors!

Urbanfarmgrl

Arlington, Virginia

38877

Reviewed September 2, 2018 via mobile

Gorgeous and easy

Did the trail in increments and loved each part of it (except the last 10 miles into Pittsburgh) for different reasons. Great riding, relatively easy given the low grade, and treats along the way.More

Date of experience: September 2018

1 Thank Urbanfarmgrl

Glad you've enjoyed your rides! The last 10 miles into Pittsburgh took years and years to build through an urban valley, and while it doesn't have the rural beauty of much of the eastern section, it does feature the Riverton Bridge, the Port Perry and...More

glomdr

Winchester, Virginia

3312

Reviewed August 22, 2018 via mobile

A cycling trip everyone should do

We had previously done a couple short day trips on the GAP between Confluence and Connellsville. This time we rode the entire trail from Pittsburgh to Cumberland. What an experience! The trail is so beautifully maintained. We learned that it is cared for by volunteers...More

Date of experience: August 2018

2 Thank glomdr

Thanks for the review! You picked some great stops. If you're coming from Cumberland next time, try staying in Frostburg, Confluence, and Smithton/Perryopolis to break up the trip. Fall colors September 15-October 25.

David D

Green Cove Springs, Florida

23268

Reviewed July 30, 2018 via mobile

GREAT Bile Trail: Nice Stops Along the Way

We rode the Great Allegany Passage from Rockwood to Meyersdale and back. This is a great bike trail with a smooth surface, gentle sloop, park benches along the way, and nice towns where they are needed. In the future, we would like to take an...More

Date of experience: September 2017

3 Thank David D

Thanks, David. Glad you had a good ride! Next time you're out, try Rockwood to Confluence, which is a beautiful stretch and great cafes and eateries at the turn-around spot.

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Mary C

Will be staying at Rocky Gap hotel where would you get on the bike trail? How far to the tunnel.

September 27, 2018|

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You would get on the trail in Cumberland at mile 0. It is 22 miles to Big Savage Tunnel.

Laura W

I see most people do the GAP as a bike ride. Some friends and I wanted to hike the trail instead. do you have any information about that? Thanks!!

September 6, 2018|

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When we did the GAP last year we only saw cyclists. I hike. Personally, I wouldn't enjoy the GAP as a hike. My preference for hiking is mountainous, more scenic, and more intimate with nature. The GAP is a well... More

Cindy M

Is there a bike shuttle from pittsburgh to cumberland! We want to park in Pittsburgh and bike from Cumberland to Pittsburgh. Thanks!

September 1, 2018|

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Rock City Shuttles, Golden Triangle Bike, Cumberland Trail Connection are all possibilities. Amtrak also runs between Pittsburgh and Cumberland and can be a good option. Pick up a copy of TrailGuide for a longer list of... More