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Abandoned Railroads of the US
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Thousands of miles of railroads have been abandoned in the United States, much of it in the last 40 years. All of these abandoned railways have a history and a story. This web site is dedicated to the preservation of the history of each of these former railroad lines and the companies that operated them.
Info: URL: http://www.abandonedrails.com/ (Added: 17-Feb-2001)
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Bermuda Railway Trail
One of the best ways to explore Bermuda is along the Railway Trail. The last train has long since departed, leaving the route of the Bermuda's former railroad to walkers, cyclists and horse riders.
The railway, affectionately known as ‘Old Rattle and Shake', began its short existence in 1931 and, per mile, was the most expensive railway ever built. An economic disaster, it was closed in 1948 and the rolling stock shipped off to British Guiana.
Info: URL: https://www.bermuda4u.com/sights/railway-trail/ (Added: 2-Aug-2004)
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California - Bizz Johnson Trail
The Bizz Johnson Trail winds along the Susan River following the old Fernley and Lassen Branch Line of the Southern Pacific Railroad. Built in 1914 to service the Red River Lumber Company in Westwood the railroad shut down in 1956. (The 6 miles closest to Susanville are the most scenic.) The trail winds 25.4 miles from Susanville to Mason Station.
Info: URL: https://www.blm.gov/visit/bizz-johnson (Added: 12-Aug-2000)
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Canada - Ontario Rail Trails
A wonderful new type of recreational amenity is appearing on the Ontario landscape. Railroads have been abandoning
unprofitable lines and wise communities and citizens groups are turning them into linear parks for bicycling, hiking, and other
recreational uses. This web site reports on the best ones in the Province of Ontario.
Info: URL: http://brown.idirect.com/index.html (Added: 3-Jul-2000)
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Connecticut - Farmington Valley Greenway
Farmington River Trail - The FRT is an 18.2-mile loop trail which links to the FCHT at points in Farmington and Simsbury passing through the villages of Unionville and Collinsville and the towns of Burlington and Canton to create a 28.5-mile loop connecting five towns. For much of its length, the trail nestles against the banks of the Farmington River tracing the route of the old Canal Line railroad. While the trail passes by some of the area's loveliest landscapes, it also contains the longest stretches of on road riding.
Info: URL: http://fchtrail.org/pages/our-trails.asp (Added: 12-Aug-2000)
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East Coast Greenway
3000 Miles of Community Trails from Maine to Florida
The East Coast Greenway is a developing trail system, spanning nearly 3,000 miles as it winds its way between Canada and Key West, linking all the major cities of the eastern seaboard. Over 25 percent of the route is already on safe, traffic-free paths. A pathway to recreation and health. Learn more about activities and progress on the Greenway!
Many of the trails listed on this site are rail trails.
Info: URL: https://www.greenway.org/ (Added: 22-Feb-2014)
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Florida - Friends of the Old Seven
The remaining Florida Keys Overseas Highway and Flagler Railroad Bridges, completed in 1912 were listed on the National Registry on August 3, 2004, which includes all 23 Bridges and is an important aspect of the Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail Project, bringing National recognition and prestige to our community.
The rehabilitation of the Flagler Railroad Bridges and the 2 mile segment of the old 7 Mile span to Pigeon Key, will ensure the survival of these monuments of the Florida Key's Rich Railroad and Cultural History. Rehabilitating the old 7 Mile Bridge, which is the only means of access to Historic Pigeon Key, is part of the "Community Vision" that will preserve the Historical Bridge as a part of a Scenic Multi-use Recreational Greenway that permits various forms of outdoor exercise, as well as sightseeing, fishing, kayaking, and spectacular sunsets and scenic views. The Old Seven Mile Bridge was once considered the Eighth Wonder of the World.
Info: URL: https://friendsofoldseven.org/ (Added: 8-Jan-2007)
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