Washington and Old Dominion Railroad Regional Park

Use of Electronic Conveyance

First Prepare

• Wear a safety helmet when riding.
• Use the trail with a friend.
• Stretch before and after exercising.
• Wear gloves and kneepads to prevent injury.
• Plan your W&OD trip with weather and your  physical abilities in mind.
• Carry water and high-energy snacks when traveling long distances.
• Know how your equipment works and how to make simple repairs.
• Carry a repair kit.
• Carry a map.
• Always know where you are.
• Wear a hat and sunblock.

Be Aware

• Always travel to the right of the center line.
• Travel slowly when the trail is congested.
• Slow down and use caution when approaching or overtaking other trail users.
• Be sure to look for trail users approaching from the opposite direction before passing.
• Abide by all posted trail and stop signs.
• Be alert to changing trail conditions.
• Do not approach wildlife; obtain permission from pet and horse owners before approaching.
• Cross roads only at designated crossings; stop and look both ways before crossing.
• Headphone use, while not recommended, should be with one ear bud and at low volume.

Show You Care

• Be courteous to other trail users.
• Self-monitor and control your speed; faster users always yield to slower users.
• Give a clear, polite signal with voice, bell or horn at least 2-3 seconds before passing.
• Allow maximum distance between you and other trail users when passing.
• Horses, then pedestrians, have the right-of-way, cyclists must yield to both.
• Children, animals and other trail users may act unpredictably, pass with care.
• Keep pets on a short leash and under control at all times, the best place for pets is on the right shoulder of the trail, next to their owner.
• Do not block the trail when stopped, move all equipment to the side away from traffic.
• Do not stop on or fish from bridges.
• Report all dangerous trail situations or maintenance needs to  the trail office at (703) 729-0596.

Report all dangerous trail situations or maintenance needs to the trail office at (703) 729-0596.

For emergencies call 911.