By Cindy Ross, Special to PennLive
Enjoy cycling but scared of vehicular traffic? Consider rail trails, a great alternative to biking along busy roads.
Rail trails are converted railroad corridors that have been converted to multi-purpose trails. Pennsylvania is blessed with over 200 of them, covering more than 2,200 miles. Some of the best in the entire country lie in the Commonwealth.
These trails are usually well graded, and you can often pick a gradual, downhill-sloping direction to travel. They are a perfect fit for parents pulling a trailer or for riders who cannot physically handle hills.
The easiest way to experience a rail trail (if one isn’t close to home) is to find a hotel or other lodging located right along the trail. Most trails have websites that list places to stay. However, some of the more established and longer trails do offer an associated shuttle service.
Here are some Pennsylvania rail trails worth checking out.
Related:
Top 10 rail trails in New Jersey
Top 10 rail trails in New York
Top 10 rail trails in Delaware
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