{"id":23876,"date":"2024-06-17T06:30:47","date_gmt":"2024-06-17T10:30:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/?p=23876"},"modified":"2024-06-17T08:33:18","modified_gmt":"2024-06-17T12:33:18","slug":"cycling-trips-across-us","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/magazine\/cycling-trips-across-us\/","title":{"rendered":"9 Scenic Cycling Trips Across the U.S."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Trust us, discovering a way to unplug, recharge and experience the world at a more grounded pace is a rare gem. Cycling trips provide precisely that opportunity. A cycling trip allows you to view the world through a fresh lens, propelled by your own strength and determination.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond its undeniable physical benefits, such as improving cardiovascular fitness, strength and flexibility, cycling also offers a profound mental health boost. Cycling for mental wellness reduces stress, enhances your mood and elevates your overall well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2>Jump to:<\/h2>\n<ol>  \n   <li><a href=\"#h-1-pacific-coast-highway-california\" data-level=\"3\">Pacific Coast Highway \u2014 California<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"#h-2-blue-ridge-parkway-virginia-to-north-carolina\" data-level=\"3\">Blue Ridge Parkway \u2014 Virginia to North Carolina<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"#h-3-going-to-the-sun-road-glacier-national-park-montana\" data-level=\"3\">Going-to-the-Sun Road \u2014 Glacier National Park, Montana<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"#h-4-great-allegheny-passage-&#038;-c-o-canal-towpath-pennsylvania-to-washington-d-c\" data-level=\"3\">Great Allegheny Passage &#038; C&amp;O Canal Towpath \u2014 Pennsylvania to Washington, D.C.<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"#h-5-natchez-trace-parkway-mississippi-to-tennessee\" data-level=\"3\">Natchez Trace Parkway \u2014 Mississippi to Tennessee<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"#h-6-katy-trail-missouri\" data-level=\"3\">Katy Trail \u2014 Missouri<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"#h-7-silver-comet-trail-georgia-to-alabama\" data-level=\"3\">Silver Comet Trail \u2014 Georgia to Alabama<\/a><\/li> \n   <li><a href=\"#h-8-lake-tahoe-loop-california-to-nevada\" data-level=\"3\">Lake Tahoe Loop \u2014 California to Nevada<\/a><\/li>\n   <li><a href=\"#h-9-san-juan-islands-washington\" data-level=\"3\">San Juan Islands \u2014 Washington<\/a><\/li>\n <\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Cycling trips have called to many, including Jedidiah Jenkins, who turned his sojourn from Oregon to Patagonia into an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jedidiahjenkins.com\/to-shake-the-sleeping-self\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">inspiring narrative<\/a> of self-discovery and connection.&nbsp; <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Like Jenkins, cyclists across the U.S. and beyond find that two-wheeled journeys provide a unique blend of adventure, challenge and introspection, fostering deep connections with nature and the communities they pass through.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those inspired to embark on their own cycling odyssey, the U.S. weaves an intricate network of cycling paths and mountain bike trails spanning diverse landscapes, from coastal vistas to mountain passes.&nbsp;  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-nine-cycling-trips-across-the-u-s\">Nine Cycling Trips Across the U.S.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are nine scenic cycling trips and routes for a memorable experience, along with recommendations for rejuvenating accommodations post-ride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-1-pacific-coast-highway-california\">1. Pacific Coast Highway \u2014 California<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23910\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768359\/magazine\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Lone cyclist on Pacific Coast Highway\" class=\"wp-post-23876 wp-image-23910\" data-format=\"webp\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1715768359\" data-seo=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768359\/magazine\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_200,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768359\/magazine\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_512,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768359\/magazine\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_800,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768359\/magazine\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_400,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768359\/magazine\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768359\/magazine\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock\/Lone-cyclist-on-Pacific-Coast-Highway-lucentius-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Start at the Oregon border and cycle down to San Diego. This route offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, towering redwoods and quaint coastal towns.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/destinations\/property\/post-ranch-inn\"><strong>Post Ranch Inn<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>offers a romantic hideaway built into the cliffs overlooking the dramatic Big Sur coastline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-2-blue-ridge-parkway-virginia-to-north-carolina\">2. Blue Ridge Parkway \u2014 Virginia to North Carolina<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"512\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23911\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_512,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768365\/magazine\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Two bikers on a cycling trip on Blue Ridge Parkway\" class=\"wp-post-23876 wp-image-23911\" data-format=\"webp\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1715768365\" data-seo=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_512,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768365\/magazine\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_150,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768365\/magazine\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_384,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768365\/magazine\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_600,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768365\/magazine\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_300,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768365\/magazine\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768365\/magazine\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock\/Two-cyclists-on-Blue-Ridge-Parkway-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Winding through the Appalachian Highlands, this route features stunning mountain scenery, lush forests and a seriously peaceful atmosphere.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> Asheville, North Carolina, is home to a vibrant arts scene, delicious grub and amazing bluegrass music. We think <a href=\"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/destinations\/property\/the-omni-grove-park-inn\"><strong>The Omni Grove Park Inn<\/strong><\/a> provides a perfect blend of relaxation and cultural exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-3-going-to-the-sun-road-glacier-national-park-montana\">3. Going-to-the-Sun Road \u2014 Glacier National Park, Montana<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23907\" src=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_684,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768354\/magazine\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock.jpg?_i=AA\" alt=\"Going to the sun road trail in Montona\" class=\"wp-post-23876 wp-image-23907\" data-format=\"webp\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1715768354\" data-seo=\"1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_684,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768354\/magazine\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_200,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768354\/magazine\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_513,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768354\/magazine\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_801,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768354\/magazine\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_401,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768354\/magazine\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768354\/magazine\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock\/Going-to-the-sun-road-SED-Photography-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This challenging route takes cyclists through the heart of Glacier National Park. The dramatic terrain offers vistas of glaciers, alpine meadows and pristine lakes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> Historic lodges, like Many Glacier Hotel, offer a restful stay amidst the park&#8217;s natural beauty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-4-great-allegheny-passage-and-c-amp-o-canal-towpath-pennsylvania-to-washington-d-c\">4. Great Allegheny Passage and C&amp;O Canal Towpath \u2014 Pennsylvania to Washington, D.C.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23904\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjY4MyI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSI+PGFuaW1hdGUgYXR0cmlidXRlTmFtZT0iZmlsbCIgdmFsdWVzPSJyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjEpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KSIgZHVyPSIycyIgcmVwZWF0Q291bnQ9ImluZGVmaW5pdGUiIC8+PC9yZWN0Pjwvc3ZnPg==\" alt=\"C&amp;O Canal Towpath\" class=\"wp-post-23876 wp-image-23904\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1715768349\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1024 683\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768349\/magazine\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_200,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768349\/magazine\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_512,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768349\/magazine\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_800,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768349\/magazine\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_400,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768349\/magazine\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768349\/magazine\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock\/CO-Canal-Towpath-eurobanks-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1300w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This trail combo takes riders on a journey through America&#8217;s industrial past. The spectacular trail winds from the steel city of Pittsburgh to the nation&#8217;s capital, traversing forests, rivers and historic towns.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> In Cumberland, Maryland, the Fairfield Inn &amp; Suites provides a comfortable midpoint break. The Kimpton Hotel Monaco in Washington, D.C., offers luxury at the end of the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-5-natchez-trace-parkway-mississippi-to-tennessee\">5. Natchez Trace Parkway \u2014 Mississippi to Tennessee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23906\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjY4NCI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSI+PGFuaW1hdGUgYXR0cmlidXRlTmFtZT0iZmlsbCIgdmFsdWVzPSJyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjEpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KSIgZHVyPSIycyIgcmVwZWF0Q291bnQ9ImluZGVmaW5pdGUiIC8+PC9yZWN0Pjwvc3ZnPg==\" alt=\"Curved road of Natchez Trace Parkway\" class=\"wp-post-23876 wp-image-23906\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1715768371\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1024 684\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_684,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768371\/magazine\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_200,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768371\/magazine\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_513,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768371\/magazine\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_801,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768371\/magazine\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_401,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768371\/magazine\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768371\/magazine\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock\/Curved-road-Natchez-Trace-Parkway-JacobH-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1300w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This historic trail offers a ride through time, exploring the natural beauty and history of the Deep South, from Antebellum homes to ancient Native American sites.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> The charming city of Franklin, Tennessee, features delightful accommodations. Harpeth Hotel is nestled in a community rich with history and Southern hospitality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-6-katy-trail-missouri\">6. Katy Trail \u2014 Missouri<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23909\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjY4MyI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSI+PGFuaW1hdGUgYXR0cmlidXRlTmFtZT0iZmlsbCIgdmFsdWVzPSJyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjEpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KSIgZHVyPSIycyIgcmVwZWF0Q291bnQ9ImluZGVmaW5pdGUiIC8+PC9yZWN0Pjwvc3ZnPg==\" alt=\"Lone bike along Katy Trail\" class=\"wp-post-23876 wp-image-23909\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1715768368\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1024 683\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768368\/magazine\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_200,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768368\/magazine\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_512,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768368\/magazine\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_800,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768368\/magazine\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_400,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768368\/magazine\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768368\/magazine\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock\/Lone-bike-along-Katy-Trail-marekuliasz-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1300w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>America&#8217;s longest continuous rail-trail meanders through Missouri&#8217;s scenic heartland, offering views of the Missouri River, limestone cliffs and rolling vineyards.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> In Rocheport, School House Bed &amp; Breakfast provides a quaint and historic resting spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-7-silver-comet-trail-georgia-to-alabama\">7. Silver Comet Trail \u2014 Georgia to Alabama<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-7 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23903\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9Ijc2OCI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSI+PGFuaW1hdGUgYXR0cmlidXRlTmFtZT0iZmlsbCIgdmFsdWVzPSJyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjEpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KSIgZHVyPSIycyIgcmVwZWF0Q291bnQ9ImluZGVmaW5pdGUiIC8+PC9yZWN0Pjwvc3ZnPg==\" alt=\"Atlanta Beltline cycling trail\" class=\"wp-post-23876 wp-image-23903\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1715768346\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1024 768\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_768,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768346\/magazine\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_225,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768346\/magazine\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_576,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768346\/magazine\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_900,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768346\/magazine\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_450,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768346\/magazine\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768346\/magazine\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock\/Atlanta-Beltline-Ray-Tan-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1300w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This seamless connection of trails offers cyclists a scenic journey from the outskirts of Atlanta, Georgia, to Anniston, Alabama, covering approximately 95 miles. The route passes through small towns, lush forests and over trestle bridges\u2014providing a flat and smooth path ideal for cyclists looking for a leisurely ride or a long-distance challenge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> Once you reach Anniston, Hotel Finial offers a blend of Southern charm and elegance to rest weary legs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-8-lake-tahoe-loop-california-to-nevada\">8. Lake Tahoe Loop \u2014 California to Nevada<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-8 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23908\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjY4MCI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSI+PGFuaW1hdGUgYXR0cmlidXRlTmFtZT0iZmlsbCIgdmFsdWVzPSJyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjEpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KSIgZHVyPSIycyIgcmVwZWF0Q291bnQ9ImluZGVmaW5pdGUiIC8+PC9yZWN0Pjwvc3ZnPg==\" alt=\"Lake Tahoe loop cycling trip\" class=\"wp-post-23876 wp-image-23908\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1715768357\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1024 680\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_680,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768357\/magazine\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_199,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768357\/magazine\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_510,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768357\/magazine\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_797,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768357\/magazine\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_398,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768357\/magazine\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768357\/magazine\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock\/Lake-Tahoe-mountain-biking-dsafanda-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1300w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Circling the largest alpine lake in North America, Lake Tahoe Loop is a spectacular 72-mile journey that offers breathtaking views. Think lake, the Sierra Nevada mountains and an ever-changing landscape that shifts from dense forests to sandy beaches. This route is a must for cyclists looking to combine natural beauty with physical challenge.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> For a more intimate experience, <a href=\"https:\/\/vacayou.com\/destinations\/property\/forest-suites-resort\"><strong>Forest Suites Resort<\/strong><\/a> offers cozy cabins and suites. This lodging makes a perfect basecamp for your cycling adventure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-9-san-juan-islands-washington\">9. San Juan Islands \u2014 Washington<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-9 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-id=\"23912\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIxMDI0IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjY4MyI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSI+PGFuaW1hdGUgYXR0cmlidXRlTmFtZT0iZmlsbCIgdmFsdWVzPSJyZ2JhKDE1MywxNTMsMTUzLDAuNSk7cmdiYSgxNTMsMTUzLDE1MywwLjEpO3JnYmEoMTUzLDE1MywxNTMsMC41KSIgZHVyPSIycyIgcmVwZWF0Q291bnQ9ImluZGVmaW5pdGUiIC8+PC9yZWN0Pjwvc3ZnPg==\" alt=\"Wooden fence along East Cove San Juan Islands\" class=\"wp-post-23876 wp-image-23912\" data-public-id=\"magazine\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock.jpg\" data-format=\"jpg\" data-transformations=\"c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\" data-version=\"1715768362\" data-seo=\"1\" data-size=\"1024 683\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1024,h_683,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768362\/magazine\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1024w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_300,h_200,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768362\/magazine\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 300w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_768,h_512,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768362\/magazine\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 768w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_1200,h_800,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768362\/magazine\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1200w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/w_600,h_400,c_scale\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768362\/magazine\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 600w, https:\/\/res.cloudinary.com\/vacayou\/images\/c_fill,g_auto,w_1258\/f_webp,q_auto\/v1715768362\/magazine\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock\/Wooden-fence-along-East-Cove-San-Juan-Islands-Wirestock-iStock.jpg?_i=AA 1300w\" data-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-delivery=\"upload\" onload=\";window.CLDBind?CLDBind(this):null;\" data-cloudinary=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore the serene beauty of the Pacific Northwest by cycling through the San Juan Islands. Each ferry-connected island offers unique landscapes, from the rolling hills of San Juan Island to the quiet coves of Orcas Island\u2014providing a peaceful retreat with roads less traveled by vehicles.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> On San Juan Island, Friday Harbor House perfectly complements the island experience with harbor views and comfortable accommodations. On Orcas Island, Doe Bay Resort &amp; Retreat offers a more rustic stay with cabins, yurts and soothing spa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pedaling-the-american-way\">Pedaling the American Way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these routes offers not only a physical challenge but a journey into the heart of America&#8217;s breathtaking and diverse landscapes. Cycling trips such as these allow adventurers to connect with nature, history and communities in a deeply personal way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re an experienced cyclist or new to long-distance biking, the trails of the U.S. beckon with adventures that promise to enrich your body, mind and soul.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-about-vacayou\">About Vacayou<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Vacayou [pronounced VACAY &#8211; YOU], we believe that travel has the power to change lives. The power to <strong>revive, rejuvenate and redirect your inner wellness warrior<\/strong>. And that\u2019s why we\u2019re here. Vacayou brings the world of wellness travel to you!<br><br>No matter how far or how adventurous, our team scours the globe to curate the best in wellness travel. However, the booking process can often be time-consuming and complicated. 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