what a neat trail! very clean and maintained nicely wanted to check out the rail trail and walk for a bit . it is pretty cool how it goes into MD really beautiful area many entrances to the rail trail. one day i will be be to walk the entire thing! read more

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Amazing! Love to hike here, and great for bikes too. Lots of different things to see, and great terrain.

This trail is clean and peaceful! They have benches along the way. We got to see eagles and other types of birds along with deer. My daughter was very excited ! read more

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Hermoso lugar para caminar y pasarla en familia. El estacionamiento es gratis, baños limpios y buen ambiente

Love this trail, people were friendly, it runs along the railroad track and you can watch people peddle the rail cars. Everyone seemed to be enjoying there ride. There was even art work, and a free water station along the trail. read more

Heritage Rail Trail - Parks Near Me

This 22 mile rail trail begins in York and ends at the PA-MD state line.  The trail goes alongside the railroad that was built in the 1800's and was in use through 1972.  The crushed stone trail makes the soothing crackling sound.  It's perfect for biking, even for road bikes.  On this delightful sunny brisk mid-September day, we put out the bike carrier and deployed our bikes for a 13 mile round trip ride.  We parked our car at Brillhart Station parking lot, which was big but surprisingly jam-packed. We biked from Brillhart Station to Hanover Junction Station, passing through Howard Tunnel and Seven Valleys along the way.  We saw farm lands, corn fields, a tunnel, creeks, and rocky hills.  We spent some time taking pictures around the Howard Tunnel which is the oldest continuously used railroad tunnel in the US.  We spent even more time at the Seven Valleys parking lot which has a lot of picnic tables to consume our snacks, and 3 colorful giant bicycles which present another great photo op.  We stopped at the Hanover Junction Station which has a few interesting outdoor sculptures.  It has men's and women's restrooms; however, they were closed perhaps due to COVID-19.  Fortunately, there's a Porta John next to the picnic tables. We had a great time experiencing this segment of the Heritage Rail Trail between Brillhart and Hanover Junction. read more

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Awesome art of the PA park system. Ride with a buddy. If your heading toward seven valleys get the valley tavern broasted chicken for a refuel. read more

A long trail in York, PA that runs along an old historic railroad. Nice flat path with many parking lots along the trail. You can pick and choose sections to hike, bike, walk the dog or even try to bike the entire length if you want. Some sections are along the river and more forested sections and other sections go closer to and through towns and of course sections that go through farmland. A fun part of the trail includes the Howard Tunnel that you can walk through. read more

Nice walking trail that winds for more than 22 miles through urban and rural landscapes between the Maryland state line and the city of York, PA. For those who need to rest from time to time, there are memorial benches along the path. We haven't walked the entire length, but have enjoyed starting at the two separate trailheads ~ Shrewsbury and Brillhart Station. Both are very easy to walk/jog or ride bikes on. We first discovered the trail after moving to the MD area 9 years ago. Sadly, the trail has deteriorated to some degree with the encroachment of vegetation. A new ball field has been put in at Brillhart Station so perhaps "someone" will start to maintain the trail. About 1.5 miles S of Brillhart Station trailhead is the 370-foot-long Howard Tunnel. At milepost 11 the borough of Seven Valleys provides an opportunity for refreshments at the cafe, tavern or wine shop. About half a mile farther S is the restored Hanover Junction train station restored to appear as it did in 1863. Close to the Maryland state line portion the trail runs through farmlands and the banks of Codorus Creek. The Heritage Rail Trail passes through Glen Rock, Railroad and New Freedom. From New Freedom's restored railroad station it is just 1.5 miles to the Mason-Dixon Line and the connection to Maryland's 20-mile Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail, which is also known as the Northern Central Railroad Trail. We haven't explored the York, PA portion beyond Brillhart Station so I can't comment. For the most part the trail is shaded by trees which makes it stay pretty cool. There is a railroad track on one side of the trail and Codorus Creek on the other. The towns along the trail seem to cater to bike riders which is really nice! read more

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This trail is so well kept and so beautiful that I wanted to honor it in my "Giving Tuesday" fundraiser on Facebook. The trail maintenance crew does not have a donation portal linked to Facebook, so I can't. I wish they would make one; I would fund-raise and donate, for them! That is how amazing they do with this trail.... My family and I are so grateful to have it a few miles away; it is a large part of our lives! read more

I can't believe there is no listing for the Heritage Rail Trail. What gives? Hardly used and never trashy this mostly flat trail will be a pleasure to ride on for all your family members and all fitness levels. The trail is mostly tree lined and you will find yourself in the direct sun for short sprints, at least from what I have experienced which is NOT the entire length. There are breaks along the way allowing you to drive and park rather than trying to tackle the entire trail in one day. **OUCH** If you go to the website I provided you will find links on B&B's off the trail, restaurants, and shops. ALSO...... a creek runs parallel {kinda} for you folks with a canoe, 150.00 at Dick's ;) read more

This is a great place to walk or bike. Because of the length of the trail, John Rudy park to the state line, it goes through many areas and small towns. At times you've in deep woods with only nature around you while other times in or near a town. The trail also has rich history. Because of it being part of the former Northern Railway, it played a huge role in the Civil War. Soldiers on both sides used it during the Gettysburg campaign and it was captured by Confederate forces. Later that year president Abraham Lincoln changed trains at the Hanover Junction station. This station as well as the New Freedom station still exist and open to the public on summer weekends. For extra fun ride the Steam Into History train from New Freedom. This replica Civil War era train has different train rides through out the year. read more

Absolutely delightful lightly gravel trail for a run or bike ride. And all the people on the trail are so friendly! Loved it.

This is great place to walk or ride a bike. They have parking lots throughout the trail with easy access. It is about 21 miles from the Maryland line to downtown York. It does have a slight incline as your ride south....but it's donwhill going north. I go often and park at the Hanover Junction lot. It is about the 10 1/2 Mile point... read more

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The Heritage Rail is a great walking trail in the middle of York. It extends quite a few miles as I understand it, although we didn't wander too far from our hotel. I was impressed at how well maintained it is and how it connects to several public transportation stops. It made for a pleasant walk along the canal (river?) and under the trees in the middle of an urban environment. read more