WB&A Trail Patuxent River Bridge Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 - 10:30am
WB&A Trail Bridge

WB&A Trail Patuxent River Bridge Ribbon-cutting Sept. 16 at 10:30am

Join Prince George’s County and Anne Arundel County by bike, scooter, or on foot for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the WB&A Patuxent River Trail Bridge! The new 530-foot bridge is a vital connection that unites the WB&A Trail between the two counties creating a 13-mile continuous trail from Lanham, MD to Odenton, MD. The trail bridge also enhances access for national trails, including the East Coast Greenway, American Discovery Trail, and the 9/11 National Memorial Trail and regional trail networks including the Capital Trail Network. Learn more from BikeAAA.

Plan to arrive at the bridge site for a ceremonial ribbon-cutting at 10:30 AM, followed by official remarks starting at 11:00 AM and concluding around 11:30 AM. We recommend biking from a nearby metro station or park at one of the designated locations and then bike or walk to the bridge site. Please note that although the trail is paved, it features an uphill section on the Anne Arundel side.

Exercise extra caution on the trail as you approach the bridge, as you might encounter shuttle vehicles, cyclists, walkers, and others present along the route.

By registering for this event you agree to follow WABA's Code of Conduct.

More about The Capital Trails Coalition

First convened in 2016 by WABA, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, REI, and a host of other regional stakeholders, The Capital Trails Coalition is a collaboration of public and private organizations, agencies, and volunteers working to advance completion of an interconnected network of multi-use trails for metropolitan Washington, DC. The Coalition convenes and coordinates among the public and private stakeholders who are critical to accomplishing the vision of an interconnected network.

Check out the CTC's website here, and explore the interactive map of existing and planned regional trails here.

More about Trails

Trails are the best. They are low-stress bike infrastructure, access to nature, parks, landmarks, and community gathering spaces all rolled into one.

WABA's trail advocacy is focused on connecting gaps in our region's trail network; ensuring existing trails are maintained and upgraded to meet current design standards; and expanding the network into underserved parts of the region.

More about Advocacy

WABA fights for a region where biking, walking and transit are the best ways to get around.

We educate policymakers and organize grassroots advocates for to speak up for safer places to bike and walk; and for laws and policies that protect people who are walking and biking, reduce dangerous driving, and facilitate changes to the built environment.