About This Destination

Originally a tow path for the Pennsylvania Main Line Canal, the trail has been transformed into a community treasure by the dedication of Rails to Trails of Central Pennsylvania Inc.

Stroll along the Lower (pronounced lau-er) Trail and keep an eye out for rare bird species in this important migratory bird area with beautiful river views. Originally a tow path for the Pennsylvania Main Line Canal, the trail has been transformed into a community treasure by the dedication of Rails to Trails of Central Pennsylvania Inc.

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Rails to Trails of Central Pennsylvania
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Rails to Trails of Central Pennsylvania

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Details

  • Distance of 1.68 miles
  • 132ft ascent
  • GPS link for this location:
  • From the Rails to Trails of Central PA website:
    • “The Lower Trail runs for almost 17 miles from near Canoe Creek State Park in Blair County northeastward to near Alexandria in Huntingdon County. The trail has a rolled crushed limestone surface except for a 2 mile asphalt section through the Borough of Williamsburg and running northeastward. The trail is extremely flat with only a slightly noticeable grade when riding from east to west. The Lower Trail is open year-round for hiking, biking, horseback riding, bird watching and photography and, in the winter months, cross country skiing and snowshoeing (any non-motorized use).”
    • See more info and images of the trail here.

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