Hampton Roads, Virginia

RIDE
HAMPTON
ROADS

Waterfront paths, naval history, and the Elizabeth River Trail — Norfolk's cycling scene punches well above its weight. Flat, coastal, and underrated.

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30+
Named Trails
17mi
Elizabeth River Trail
4
Cities Connected
ELIZABETH RIVER TRAIL
GHENT
OCEAN VIEW
VIRGINIA BEACH BOARDWALK
PORTSMOUTH
CHESAPEAKE BAY
FIRST LANDING STATE PARK
NAVAL STATION TRAIL
ELIZABETH RIVER TRAIL
GHENT
OCEAN VIEW
VIRGINIA BEACH BOARDWALK
PORTSMOUTH
CHESAPEAKE BAY
FIRST LANDING STATE PARK
NAVAL STATION TRAIL

Featured Trails

HAMPTON ROADS
BEST RIDES

Paved

Elizabeth River Trail

Norfolk's signature trail. 10 miles of waterfront path connecting downtown to Berkley, with harbor views, naval vessels, and the city skyline. The backbone of Norfolk cycling.

📍 Downtown Norfolk🚴 10 mi↑ Flat
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Paved

Virginia Beach Boardwalk

3 miles of oceanfront boardwalk cycling — one of the most scenic flat rides on the East Coast. Best before 9am when the tourists arrive.

📍 Virginia Beach🚴 3–6 mi↑ Flat
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Moderate

First Landing State Park

Shaded trail through Virginia Beach's oldest state park. Cypress swamps, bald eagles, and the rare forest-meets-beach ecosystem unique to this corner of the coast.

📍 Virginia Beach🚵 19 mi total
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Easy

Ocean View Waterfront

Norfolk's quieter alternative to the Virginia Beach boardwalk. Chesapeake Bay views, local seafood shacks, and a neighborhood vibe the tourists haven't found yet.

📍 Ocean View, Norfolk🚴 4 mi
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Where to Ride

HAMPTON ROADS
BY REGION

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01
Downtown Norfolk
Elizabeth River Trail, Ghent, and the waterfront. The city's cycling core with best infrastructure.
12 routes →
02
Virginia Beach
Boardwalk path, First Landing State Park, and the resort strip's dedicated bike lanes.
10 routes →
03
Portsmouth
Historic waterfront, the Olde Towne District, and the free ferry connection to Norfolk.
6 routes →
04
Chesapeake
The Great Dismal Swamp Canal Trail runs 8.5 miles through one of the East Coast's most unusual landscapes.
5 routes →
05
Ocean View
Norfolk's quieter beach neighborhood. Chesapeake Bay waterfront riding without the Virginia Beach crowds.
4 routes →
ANCHOR
DOWN.
RIDE
OUT.

Hampton Roads is one of America's most underrated cycling destinations. Flat coastal terrain, a growing trail network, and naval history around every corner. The Elizabeth River Trail alone is worth the trip.

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Local Bike Shops

FIND YOUR
LOCAL SHOP

Ghent, Norfolk
Ghent Bike Shop

Norfolk's most community-focused bike shop. Regular group rides, full repair service, and deep knowledge of the Elizabeth River Trail system.

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Virginia Beach
Beach Cycle & Fitness

Virginia Beach's go-to for road and beach cruisers. Boardwalk rentals, full service department, and the best selection of commuter bikes in Hampton Roads.

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Chesapeake
Tidewater Bicycles

Full-service shop serving the south Hampton Roads market. Strong mountain bike inventory for the Dismal Swamp trail and trail systems further inland.

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