Bicycling around CW with kids 8 and 10.

Hi, we are visiting the CW area and I would love to take the kids bicycling. My daughter gets tired easily and I was hoping to rent bicycle and do some easy to medium trails. One, are there any child friendly trails in CW and two, can you give me some bicycle rental shops names? Thank you so much if you respond. We usually end up at the theme parks - which we will do too, lol - but I would like the kids to see some historic stuff too and I figure bicycling would keep them interested. : )

Bicycling around CW with kids 8 and 10.

There are several bike shops in the area, I made a quick call to one, Conte%26#39;s, and they do not rent bikes and don%26#39;t know of a shop that does. However, you are welcome to investigate; Conte%26#39;s 757 565-1225, Bikebeat 757 229-0096, Bikes Unlimited 757 229-4620. If you find bikes, I do not suggest riding on the Colonial Parkway. Although it%26#39;s a beautifully scenic road, the speed limit is 45mph and many drive much faster....not safe for most kids or casual riders in my opinion. I%26#39;m sure some of the local, less travelled roads would be fine. Ejnoy the area.

Bicycling around CW with kids 8 and 10.

I cannot speak to renting bikes, but I can tell you that you can definitely ride around the historic CW area....bikes ARE allowed, and I think it%26#39;s much more fun to bike around CW than to walk. You just need to be a bit careful if the place is crowded. I personally find the Colonial Parkway to be a perfectly lovely place to ride, but perhaps not for kids that tire easily, since although there are scenic turn offs, there are not any bathrooms or places to eat/drink along it. However, I could highly recommend the path that is at the end of the historic Jamestowne (the Jamestown that is part of the Park service, not the Jamestown settlement). There is a very lovely road/path that runs along the end of Jamestown Island that is VERY VERY easy (flat, shady, and paved) and I think your family would enjoy....

Hi, rob -- You don%26#39;t mention where you will be staying, but if it is at a Colonial Williamsburg property, you should be able to rent bikes from CW. Possibly even if you are not a guest. You should call 1-800-HISTORY. Pasted below is something I found on the website by using the search box for ';bicycles';.

**Hikers and cyclists will be delighted with Colonial Williamsburgs extensive nature trails and bicycling routes. The Historic Area also is ideal for riding, jogging, power walking or leisurely strolls. The Tennis Pro Shop rents a selection of bicycles, from those with training wheels for beginners to six-speed and tandem bicycles for adventurous cyclists. Complimentary helmets are provided for safety. Hour-long bicycle tours offer an introductory overview to the Historic Area ,and events guests may wish to pursue during their stay. Strollers and bicycle child seats also are available.

Assorted recreational activities are available at the Woodlands Hotel %26amp; Suites. Scenic forest paths wind past a miniature golf course, picnicking and table tennis area, horseshoe pits, a childrens playground, and tennis, badminton, shuffleboard and volleyball courts.**

You will all have great fun!

Thanks so much for all the info. I actually looked up a couple of state parks, First Landing and James River, and they rent bikes and have trails. It sounds perfect and Va. Beach sounds like a good ride too. I can%26#39;t wait to go now. :)

First Landing SP is a great place to bike. The main trail, Cape Henry, is 6 miles one way and a scenic, interesting ride. The trail is not paved but is good for riding and mostly hard packed with a few sandy spots and few roots...fairly easy to maneuver. At the 64th Street end of the trail is an inland beachy area on the Linkhorn Bay. It%26#39;s a nice place for a rest, picnic lunch, watch boats, and bathrooms are available next to the boat ramp. If you will be in the area for a while, also consider the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail in Chesapeake....unique trail for biking or walking. If interested, check out a review I wrote by putting the trail name in the search box.

Happy trails

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