Dismal Swamp Bike Ride - Saturday, April 5, 2025 - 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Saturday, April 5

Dismal Swamp Bike Ride - Saturday, April 5, 2025 - 9:30 am -12:30 pm

Online Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F45A5AE29A1F5C61-55096206-dismal

Where: 1246 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Contact: Jim Sexton, webmaster@tidewateratc.com

Website: https://www.visitchesapeake.com/listing/dismal-swamp-canal-trail/161/

Description: Head out on this 16.5-mile out-and-back trailalong the Dismal Swamp Canal in Chesapeake, Virginia. The trail is a formersection of Virginia State Rt. 17, now a multi-use trail opens to bicycling,walking, running, horseback riding, and boating. The north trailhead is locatedat the intersection of Dominion Blvd and Old Rt 17 in Chesapeake, VA, and runssouth 8.5 miles. Bring appropriate clothing, water, and snacks.

The trail surface is paved with smooth asphalt and istypically at least eight feet wide. There is often a painted center dividingline which reduces the width. There is a large parking lot at the start of thetrail and two restroom buildings. The group will leave the parking lot promptlyat 9:30 am, so don’t be late. No need to sign-up; just show up.

Food: After the bike ride, you can choose to eat lunch withthe group at Studly Brewing,

1296 S. Battlefield Blvd. Suite 108, Chesapeake, VA 23322 – https://www.studlybrewing.com/