For the on- and off-road cyclist, Prince William Forest Park is a favorite place for bicyclists. Over twelve miles of paved roads and 9.2 miles of gravel roads are available.

Three miles of the park Scenic Drive are a dedicated bike lane providing a paved, relatively flat surface ideal for beginning bicyclists. More experienced cyclists with mountain bikes have the option of off-road biking on any of the ten fire roads in the park.

Fire Roads:

• Burma Road- 1.4 miles (2.3km)
• Lake One Road- 0.4 miles (0.6km)
• Liming Lane- 0.9 miles (1.4km)
• Mawavi Road- 0.9 miles (1.4km)
• North Orenda Road- 1.0 mile (1.6km)
• Old Black Top Road- 1.6 miles (2.6km)
• Pyrite Mine Road- 1.0 miles (1.6km)
• South Orenda Road- 0.5 miles (0.8km)
• Taylor Farm Road- 0.9 miles (1.4km)
• West Gate Road- 0.6 miles (1.0km)

Bicycle racks are located at Pine Grove picnic area, Turkey Run Ridge Education Center parking lot, and Oak Ridge Campground.

Rules & Regulations (for the benefit of all)
Bicycles are allowed on paved roads as well as designated unpaved "fire roads." Bicycling is prohibited on all hiking trails and in the Chopawamsic Backcountry Area for the safety of hikers and to prevent trail degradation.

• Respect and do not disturb wildlife.
• Riders must obey all traffic regulations.
• Riders must ride single file when using paved roads.
• Use caution when overtaking others and make your presence known well in advance.
• Bicycles are only allowed on paved roads and fire roads only, not on hiking trails.
  

Note: This is only a guide and is not all inclusive. Title 36 of the Code of Federal Regulations is applicable to the park. For further information, please contact the park's visitor center at 703-221-7181.

Safety
Bicycling is done at the visitor's own risk. The following is a list of necessary precautions:

• Bring along a park map when riding.
• Be aware of changing weather conditions.
• Check your brakes and tire pressure before riding.
• Bring along plenty of water and be sure to drink it.
• Helmets are required.
• Be aware of fallen tree debris and ice on all roads and trails.
• Always yield to hikers and other non-motorized recreationalists.
• Maintain control of your speed at all times and observe park speed limits and stop signs.