TransAmerica Cycle Route #12: Christiansburg, Virginia - Yorktown, Virginia | Adventure Cycling Association

Section 12 of the TransAm Trail

Section 12 begins in Christiansburg, Virginia, and winds through the Appalachian Mountains of the central part of the state. Roads are narrow, and after passing through Vesuvius, cyclists face a demanding four-mile climb to the Blue Ridge Parkway.

This scenic road features rolling hills, a strictly enforced 72 km/h speed limit and no commercial traffic. However, it has no shoulders and is frequently used by recreational vehicles.

Beyond the Parkway, the gentle rolling hills of the Tidewater region are ideal for cycling. This section includes Colonial National Historical Park, linking Williamsburg to Yorktown, the endpoint of the TransAm Trail.

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