These routes span the country including water-bound trails in Vermont and desert routes in New Mexico.
Rail trails are slowly transforming the way Americans recreate.
In the winter, it’s possible for you to even trail the rail trail on skis.
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The route ends in the town of Lamy at the century-old train depot.
This 14.5-mile paved trail is all about enjoying and celebrating the states watery landscape.
The trail itself isthe country’s longest recreational rail trailat a whopping 240 miles.
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The extensive route traverses along the bank of the Missouri River and follows the footsteps of Lewis and Clark.
The trail cuts through two Virginia counties and ends just past Whitetop Station in Mount Rogers National Recreation Area.
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