Connecting Fairfax by bicycle

The map shows two basic alternatives for bicycling between two of central Fairfax’s major destinations, George Mason University and the Vienna Metrorail station. Fairfax Boulevard is the yellow “spine” in the center, but only the most intrepid bicyclists would venture on this 6-lane curb cut-happy road. Currently the best options are either to follow Old Lee Highway (south of Fairfax Boulevard) or take Eaton Place, ride briefly on Fairfax Boulevard (sidewalk or road, pick your poison) and turn left on Plantation Parkway to ride through Mosby Woods to Fair Oaks Road. There is a cut-through trail connecting Mosby Woods with Fair Oaks that several resourceful bicyclists have found. Many thanks to Frank Linton for developing the map.

Both are decent routes, but would be strengthened by an improved system of signs and on-road bike lanes, especially on Old Lee Highway. The plan for access roads and on-road bike lanes in the Fairfax Boulevard Master Plan would make the connection easier.