tree House Tour de Cookie
Course Routes & Information
Course Maps
There are four planned routes for The Tree House Tour de Cookie 2020. Please see below for detailed information for each route.
Short Route — 12 Miles
Re-Routed for 2020!
The Tour de Cookie SHORT route is roughly 12 miles and almost entirely on the Carl Henn Millennium Trail, a paved shared-use path that encircles the city of Rockville. This family-friendly route is appropriate for any type of cyclist, including beginners and children. The course is mostly flat with just a couple mild to moderate hills. The trail does cross some major roads at busy intersections, so parents are urged to monitor children closely during the ride. For both your safety and enjoyment this route is being capped at 400 riders, so register early!
Legend: CS=Cookie Stand, S#=Short Route Stand, ES#=Extended Short Route Stand, M#=Medium Route Stand, L#=Long Route Stand, ML#=Medium & Long Route Stand, SML=Short, Medium, and Long Route Stand, EXPO=Stand at Expo
Extended Short Route — 18 Miles
This Tour de Cookie route is roughly 18 miles and offers a greater challenge for older children and adults seeking an alternative to the short route. Beginning and ending on the Carl Henn Millennium Trail, this course uses additional shared-use paths, sidewalks, residential streets, and the Rock Creek Trail to create a scenic loop through the greater Rockville area. Expect some mild to moderate hills and be sure to use caution at busy road crossings.
Please note that you may see this route referred to as our 19 mile route while registering. It is the SAME route. We made some great improvements that changed the distance a bit. Don’t be confused!
Legend: CS=Cookie Stand, S#=Short Route Stand, ES#=Extended Short Route Stand, M#=Medium Route Stand, L#=Long Route Stand, ML#=Medium & Long Route Stand, SML=Short, Medium, and Long Route Stand, EXPO=Stand at Expo
Medium Route — 27 Miles
The Tour de Cookie MEDIUM route is roughly 27 miles in scenic Montgomery County. It is entirely on roads and does not include the Carl Henn Millennium Trail. The course is somewhat hilly, with more than 1,700 feet of elevation gain. You’ll earn your cookies! Portions of the route include busy roads with minimal or no shoulders. Consequently, this ride is recommended for experienced ADULT cyclists only.
Legend: CS=Cookie Stand, S#=Short Route Stand, ES#=Extended Short Route Stand, M#=Medium Route Stand, L#=Long Route Stand, ML#=Medium & Long Route Stand, SML=Short, Medium, and Long Route Stand, EXPO=Stand at Expo
Long Route — 43 Miles
The Tour de Cookie LONG route is roughly 43 miles in scenic Montgomery County, including Poolesville and the famed Agricultural Reserve. It is entirely on roads and does not include the Carl Henn Millennium Trail. The course is fairly hilly, with nearly 2,500 feet of elevation gain. You’ll earn your cookies! Portions of the route include busy roads with minimal or no shoulders. Consequently, this ride is recommended for experienced ADULT cyclists only.
Legend: CS=Cookie Stand, S#=Short Route Stand, ES#=Extended Short Route Stand, M#=Medium Route Stand, L#=Long Route Stand, ML#=Medium & Long Route Stand, SML=Short, Medium, and Long Route Stand, EXPO=Stand at Expo
