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    Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic: The definitive guide to multiuse trails in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia
    Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic: The definitive guide to multiuse trails in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia
    Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic: The definitive guide to multiuse trails in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia
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    Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic: The definitive guide to multiuse trails in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia

    By Rails-to-Trails Conservancy

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    Across the country, more than 1600 unused railroad corridors have been converted to level, public, multiuse trails, where people can enjoy a fitness run, a leisurely bike ride, or a stroll with the family. In this updated guide in the popular series, the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy presents the Mid-Atlantic region's finest rail-trails plus other great multiuse trails.

    Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic covers 60 trails in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Many rail-trails are paved and run through the most scenic parts of town. Others, such as the 34-mile Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail, travel along dense forests, open fields, and lush waterways. Some explore the area's history, such as Maryland's 13-mile Baltimore and Annapolis Trail. Tour the nation's capital, visit the site of an historic Civil War battle, and enjoy the serenity of the rural countryside along the Mid-Atlantic's many great multiuse trails.

    This full-color book includes succinct descriptions of each trail from start to finish, plus at-a-glance summary information indicating permitted uses, surface type, length, and directions to trailheads for each trail. Every trip has a detailed map that includes start and end points, trailhead, parking, restroom facilities, and other amenities.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherWilderness Press
    Release dateApr 20, 2015
    ISBN9780899977966
    Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic: The definitive guide to multiuse trails in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia

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      Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic - Rails-to-Trails Conservancy

      Delaware

      US 13 crosses over the Chesapeake and Delaware Canal along the Michael Castle Trail.

      1 James F. Hall Trail

      County

      New Castle

      Endpoints

      Phillips Park to Delaware Technology Park at Wyoming Road (Newark)

      Mileage

      1.8

      Type

      Rail-with-Trail

      Roughness Index

      1

      Surface

      Asphalt

      The James F. Hall Trail—a rail-with-trail—packs a lot into a short stretch: Its paved surface is great for bicycling, in-line skating, and strolling, and there are multiple playgrounds, picnic areas, and access points along the route. Best of all, this urban trail never crosses a road, so you can coast uninterrupted for its entire length from Phillips Park to Delaware Technology Park. The trail also offers alternative transportation benefits, connecting Newark neighborhoods with a regional transit station, the University of Delaware, and shopping centers.

      Train aficionados are almost guaranteed to spot a train along the adjacent rail corridor, used by Amtrak, CSX, and the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA). But you won’t get too close to the trains because a large fence separates the trail from the active line. Families with young children will especially enjoy this route, which passes three city parks (Phillips, Lewis, and Kells) that feature swings, slides, baseball diamonds, and soccer fields, plus basketball, handball, and tennis courts. The trail also crosses streams and wetlands and runs through a semi-forested area. Police call boxes are provided every 0.1 mile, and the trail is lit for use after dark.

      A jogger heads east on the trail toward DE 72.

      The James F. Hall Trail is also a connector trail, and just east of South Chapel Street, you can choose to head north on the 4.4-mile Pomeroy and Newark Rail Trail. That trail leads to White Clay Creek State Park, where it goes on to connect to the 2.3-mile Creek Road Trail.

      CONTACT: cityofnewarkde.us

      DIRECTIONS

      To reach Bradford Ln. at the southeastern end of the trail, from I-95, take Exit 1 or 1B for DE 896 (College Ave.), and travel north 2.1 miles. Turn left onto W. Park Pl. After 0.4 mile, turn left onto Apple Road. After 0.3 mile, turn right onto Chrysler Ave. Follow Chrysler Ave. for 0.1 mile to Bradford Ln. (just after Devon Dr.). Turn left onto Bradford Ln. The trail is at the end of the road (0.2 mile). There is no dedicated parking at this location.

      To reach the College Ave./SEPTA Station, from I-95, take Exit 1 or 1B for DE 896 (College Ave.), and travel north 1.6 miles to head downtown. Take a left onto Moplar St., and then take an immediate right to stay on Moplar. The SEPTA station and parking are to your right.

      To reach Delaware Technology Park at the northern end of the trail, from I-95, take Exit 1 or 1B for DE 896 (College Ave.), and travel north 2.1 miles toward downtown. Turn right onto E. Park Pl., and take it for 0.6 mile. Turn left onto S. Chapel St. Turn right onto Wyoming Road, and take it for 0.6 mile. Park across from the College Square Shopping Center. The trail begins at the intersection of Wyoming Road and Library Ave.

      2 Junction & Breakwater Trail

      County

      Sussex

      Endpoints

      Kings Hwy./US 9 at Gills Neck Road (Lewes) to Hebron Road/CR 273 (Rehoboth)

      Mileage

      4.8

      Type

      Rail-Trail

      Roughness Index

      1

      Surface

      Asphalt, Crushed Stone

      This beautiful, pine-studded rail-trail winds through Cape Henlopen State Park next to wetlands and farmland, offering a break from the nearby beaches and eclectic shopping areas. The trail runs from Gills Neck Road in Lewes to the town of Rehoboth Beach and provides a perfect nature

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