Virginia Creeper Bike Trail Rentals

The Virginia Creeper Trail

Damascus, Virginia 

The Virginia Creeper Trail

The Virginia Creeper Trail Region, which includes the small picturesque communities of Damascus, Abingdon, Whitetop, Konnarock, Green Cove, Taylors Valley, and Alvarado, has many wonderful attractions to offer and has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the East. The Virginia Creeper Trail stretches 17 miles east of Damascus, Virginia to the NC State Line near Whitetop, Va. and 17 miles west to the quaint historical town of Abingdon. The Virginia Creeper Trail is perfect for biking, hiking, fishing, and trail running. This former rail bed passes through the highlands of Southwest Virginia. The Virginia Creeper Trail is rich in beauty and regional history. This is a biking adventure that you and your friends will talk about for a long time.

Frequently asked questions

  • How long does it take to ride the Virginia Creeper Trail?
    Plan on a 3 - 3.5 hour round trip for the 17 mile downhill shuttle up and bike ride down. It takes about 5.5 hours to ride the entire trail.
  • How hard is it to ride up the Virginia Creeper Trail?
    The eastern half is an uphill climb from Damascus at 1952' to just over 3897'.  The western half begins at 1952' in Damascus to 1939' in Alvarado up to 1755' in Abingdon. 
  • Where is the best place to start the Virginia Creeper Trail?
    Damascus is the center of all things Virginia Creeper Trail. The town has 7+ national, regional, and local trails that intersect in front of Adventure Damascus Bicycles.
  • Is the Va Creeper Trail easy?
    YES! If you take advantage of the shuttle service in Damascus that will take you and a bike to the highest point on the trail for a leisurely 17 mile downhill ride back to town.
  • Is the Va Creeper Trail open year round?
    Yes, the trail is open all year round. Note that Adventure Damascus Bicycles is the only bike rental and shuttle company open all year round.
  • How many bridges are on the Virginia Creeper Trail?
    There are 46 trestles or bridges on the Va Creeper Trail.

Guide

Virginia Creeper Trail Map

Map of the Virginia Creeper Trail and area information.

Bike Rentals and Shuttle Service

Located where all the trails cross, Adventure Damascus has been providing bike rentals and shuttle on the Virginia Creeper Trail since 1998. Open 7 days a week all year round.

Appalachian Trail Outfitter

Located on the Appalachian Trail in downtown Damascus, Damascus Outfitters has all you need for a backpacking adventure.  Resupply for A.T. hikers. Open Daily.

Other Fun Things to Do in the Area

Virginia Creeper Tail information guide for more fun on your Damascus and Abingdon Creeper Trail Adventure.

Creeper Trail Information

best source for online information and services for Virginia's premiere mountain biking trail. If you are looking for bike rentals & bike shuttle services, food, lodging and specialty shops we have the best in the region.

Guide to the Virginia Creeper Trail

A premier outdoor destination for visitors seeking to add a little adventure in their lives. Explore the amazing scenery of the Virginia Creeper Trail. Best known as "the 17 mile downhill bike ride", however, some folks come from all over the world to run, fish, geocache, and bird watch also.

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