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Williamsburg Area Bike Rides
A Guide to Cycling Routes in and around Willamsburg, Virginia
by Jim Homerosky and Neal Robinson

Williamsburg Area Bike Rides offers 25 bike routes in and around the Williamsburg, Virginia region. Grab this guidebook, put on your helmet and hit the road on a tour loaded with extraordinary scenery and fascinating history. These carefully designed tours, which range from 5 to 62 miles, offer:

* Professionally designed maps
* Detailed cue sheets, many with route distance options
* Difficulty classifications
* Local attractions, history, festivals and events

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Williamsburg Area Bike Rides
A Guide to Cycling Routes in and around Williamsburg, Virginia
By
Jim Homerosky and Neal Robinson

Published by
Williamsburg Area Bicyclists

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Table of Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
How to use this book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before you Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Deciding on a Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cycling Laws of Virginia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bicycle Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
A Short History of Williamsburg and Virginia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What to See and Do In and Around Williamsburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Other Great Biking Venues in Virginia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Festivals and Special Events in and Around Williamsburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Williamsburg Area Bicyclists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Williamsburg Area Bike Rides - Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Directions to the Starting Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 1 Historic Williamsburg . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 2 College Landing Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 3 Queens Lake Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 4 Williamsburg Winery Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 5 On to Yorktown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 6 Cruising Croaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 7 Jolly Pond Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 8 Williamsburg Metric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 9 Yorktown Battlefields . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 10 A Fine and Dandy Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 11 Dare to Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 12 Historic Jamestown Island . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 13 Lake Powell Loop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 14 James City Jaunt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 15 A Ferry to Surry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 16 Little Creek Reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 17 Little Creek - Bigger Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 18 Richardson Millpond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 19 Three County Challenge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 20 Chippokes Plantation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 21 Cruise to Claremont . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 22 Ride to Nowhere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 23 Smithfield Bakery Ride . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 24 Charles City Country Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ride 25 Providence Forge 103 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Ride 4 Williamsburg Winery Ride

Distance: 12.0 miles
Terrain: Mostly flat. A few gentle hills.
Difficulty: Casual
Starting Point: Merchants Square

Description: Starting in the colonial area, the Williamsburg Winery Ride is an easy spin down to the James River via the Colonial Parkway. There are a few small hills on the Parkway, but they are easily manageable. When you reach the James River at mile 3.5, consider a stop at the beach area on the left side of the Parkway. Look far down the James River to view the "ghost fleet" docked several miles away. Pay close attention to your odometer for the turnoff to Treasure Island Road. A stop at the Williamsburg Winery is always pleasant - whether for a winery tour, wine tasting, lunch, or just the delightful spin through the vineyards. Use caution crossing Rt. 199 on your way back to Merchants Square on Jamestown Road. Restrooms are available at the ride's start and at the Williamsburg Winery.

Miles & Directions:

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Leave Merchants Square by turning right (heading south) on South Henry St.
Turn left on Newport Ave., and in 0.1 mile, turn right to enter the Colonial Parkway. At the end of the ramp, bear right on the Parkway towards Jamestown.
Continue straight on the Colonial Parkway. Note the beach area on the left, and the "ghost fleet" downriver, viewable on most clear days.
Exit the Colonial Parkway by turning right on the signed bike path. Follow the bike path for about a hundred yards until it ends at Treasure Island Rd. Continue straight on Treasure Island Rd. and be cautious of sand that occasionally lies on this stretch of road.
Continue straight on Lake Powell Rd. Treasure Island Rd. ends.
Turn right on Wessex Hundred Rd., also signed as the entrance to the Williamsburg Winery.
You'll reach the Williamsburg Winery. After your visit, retrace your route back to Lake Powell Rd.
Turn right at the stop sign on Lake Powell Rd.
Continue straight at the stop sign on Lake Powell Rd. Follow for a quarter-mile until Lake Powell Rd. ends. Follow the sidewalk to the right that will bring you to the front of the 7-Eleven and Jamestown Rd. This route is much safer than the Rt. 199 option.
Turn right on Jamestown Rd. and you'll immediately be at the Rt. 199 intersection. Continue straight at this stoplight on Jamestown Rd. Cross the highway with caution.
Turn right onto Duke of Gloucester St. (into Merchants Square) to end the ride. Use caution at this intersection, as there are many vehicles and pedestrians going every which way.

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Whether you are an emerging enthusiast, experienced racer or just looking for a safe family ride, you'll find routes in the Williamsburg area that are perfect for your ability level and interest.

Published by:
Williamsburg Area Bicyclists
Williamsburg, VA 23187

All proceeds from this book go to the Williamsburg Area Bicyclists for the support of cycling activities in the Williamsburg Area.

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