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  Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail (LOST Trail)

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: FL
  Length: 110 miles
  Surface: Asphalt, Gravel

  The Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail—which also goes by the unfortunately named acronym LOST—is a designated segment of the Florida National Scenic Trail. LOST circles the lake of its namesake, the second largest freshwater lake in the contiguous United States.
  The trail sits atop the Herbert Hoover Dike surrounding the lake and built for flood protection. For this reason, the trail offers a grand vantage point to view everything from the scenic lake to agricultural landscapes. The Lake Okeechobee Scenic Trail also offers a glimpse into agriculture communities of Clewiston, Belle Glade and others, which have relied so heavily on Lake Okeechobee for their livelihoods.
  As you explore the trail, watch for wildlife, particularly in fall and winter when birds such as herons, egrets and a variety of wintering waterfowl are abundant. Anglers might also like to drop a line and see what they can catch below the waters.
  The trail has several on-road portions; the lengthy ones are between Moore Haven and Buckhead Ridge and between Port Mayaca and Pahokee. Much shorter on-road segments are found in Clewiston and Taylor Creek.
  

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  Fox River Trail (IL)

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: IL
  Length: 43.4 miles
  Surface: Asphalt, Concrete, Crushed Stone

  The Fox River Trail features 32 miles of spectacular biking, hiking and cross-country skiing along the scenic Fox River. The paved path can be challenging at times, but the extra pedal pushing is rewarded with some impressive scenery along the trail and in the small towns. In addition, you can link with other trails in the region directly from the Fox River Trail for a multi-day journey (the Prairie Trail in Algonquin and the Virgil Gilman Trail and Illinois Prairie Path in Aurora).
  As the trail meanders south from Algonquin, it closely follows the Fox River. It is possible to switch back and forth over the river since the trail does extend on both sides of the river at times. While this is a nice amenity, it also increases the potential to be confusing. The signage along the trail is good in most parts, but be sure to consult a map before heading out for a longer trip.
  The upside to bouncing back and forth across the river—aside from the scenery—is the bridges you cross on. The Fox River Trail offers no less than six of them, some specifically for bicycles and pedestrians, across the river. The bridges are perfect spots for some of the best photo opportunities to be had along the trail. The bridges vary in form and function, from trestle to pedestrian, and allow you to experience the Fox River from many different viewpoints.
  The trail was built on the former Chicago, Aurora and Elgin Railroad line and hosts a multitude of different birds, trees and wildlife, including bald eagles, herons and woodpeckers.
  The Fox River Trail draws a lot of visitors, and many of the towns (and business owners) along the trail have embraced the tourism. You will find restaurants, cafes, bike shops and souvenir shops.
  Small parks that dot the land

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  Indian Head Rail Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: MD
  Length: 13.4 miles
  Surface: Asphalt

  Located just 18 miles south of our nation's capital, the Indian Head Rail Trail offers a unique natural outdoor experience, seemingly far removed from development and life's often chaotic pace. The trail is the result of the generous gift of an abandoned railroad corridor—originally built in 1918 to transport supplies for the Navy's Indian Head Powder Factory—through the Department of the Interior's Federal Lands to Parks Program.
  The 13-mile, paved Indian Head Rail Trail traverses roughly halfway across Charles County, connecting the small towns of Indian Head and White Plains. Cyclists, hikers and nature enthusiasts can experience the surroundings of mature forests, natural wetlands and occasional farmland as they pass through the Mattawoman Creek stream valley and some of southern Maryland's most scenic and undeveloped natural areas.
  Along the way, trail users may encounter wildflowers, butterflies, dragonflies, wild turkeys, deer, herons, bald eagles, egrets and a variety of waterfowl. Near mile marker 2 there is a spectacular view of the backwaters of Mattawoman Creek, which winds on its course towards the Potomac River. The trail also offers numerous bridges, interpretative signs and benches.
  

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  Western Maryland Rail Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: MD
  Length: 22 miles
  Surface: Asphalt

  Plan a full day (or two) for your visit to the Western Maryland Rail Trail, a 22-mile paved route that will take you through several eras of American history.
  You can access this trail from many points, but the main trailhead is in the quaint town of Hancock (population 1,750). Stop here for food, drinks, antique shopping, to stay the night or just to wander around the historical downtown, which was once Maryland's frontier and frequently visited by George Washington, among other notables.
  From the trailhead in Hancock, you can head east or west along the trail, about 10 miles in either direction. Whichever direction you choose, expect to pass fields and wooded groves. The rail-trail parallels the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, a 185-mile, unpaved towpath was used to transport coal from Cumberland, Maryland, to the port of Georgetown in Washington, D.C., from 1828 until 1924. The route's historical sites include the canal's locks and lock houses.
  The western portion of the Western Maryland Rail Trail is blessed with magnificent views of the Potomac River. Large rock outcroppings will catch your attention, as will the ruins of the Round Top Cement Mill, which was built in the 1830s and was Hancock's largest employer during the Civil War.
  To the east, and just past downtown Hancock, you can buy trailside snacks from Hepburn Orchards Fruit Market where, in the 1920s, more than 5,000 surrounding acres were planted with fruit trees. Traveling a little farther, you will find historical markers for Little Pool and Park Head cemeteries. Be on the lookout for deer and wild turkey that are not fazed by the loud traffic nearby, nor or the bears that are occassionally spotted in the area.
  At trail's end, hop on the C&O Canal towpath and continue just a short distance east to Fort Frederick, well worth a visit. To vary your route, and maximize your scenery, take the We

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  Cowboy Recreation and Nature Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: NE
  Length: 195 miles
  Surface: Concrete, Crushed Stone

  Portions of the Cowboy Trail are closed because of damages from flooding of the Elkhorn River in 2010. Please refer to Nebraska's Game & Parks website for updates.
  The Cowboy Recreation and Nature Trail, or for short, the Cowboy Trail, stretches 195 miles between the Nebraska towns of Valentine and Norfolk (beginning at Ta-Ha-Zouka Park south of town). When complete, the trail will continue west another 126 miles to Chadron. The Cowboy Trail is mostly surfaced in fine crushed gravel but horseback riders should stay on the adjacent natural surface only. Some short sections are paved.
  One of the country's longest rail-trails, the Cowboy Trail follows the route of the old Chicago and Northwestern Railroad through some of the Midwest's most dramatic landscapes. On the east end near Norfolk the trail courses through the Elkhorn River valley, which is dotted with farmsteads and cultivated fields. The river banks are lined with tall trees. West of O'Neill you'll experience more native prairie lands, and in Long Pine the stunning Sandhill country takes over. These grass-covered dunes, the largest in the western hemisphere, carry you along the trail en route to Valentine. Here the Cowboy Trail crosses the Niobrara River Valley—where five major ecological systems converge—via a dramatic 0.25-mile trestle 150 feet above the river.
  Each town along the way offers a variety of services and local attractions. For more detailed information about each segment, click on the link under Related Links.
  

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  Keystone Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: NE
  Length: 15 miles
  Surface: Concrete

  The Keystone Trail is a popular urban-to-rural corridor for commuters and recreationists of all stripes: college students, businesspeople, families and the ranks of the retired who can easily access Omaha's many universities, parks and business districts.
  The trail meanders along the banks of Papillion Creek, which itself ripples in the sun on its way to the Missouri River. Start your trip from the northern trailhead in Democracy Park and head south into town. For the majority of the trip you are atop the flood control levees of Little Papillion Creek, occasionally crossing back and forth over the water on bridges along the way. The concrete-surfaced corridor runs wide and, especially in the more park-like northern section and agricultural expanses of the south, grasshoppers will leap along beside you at their own peril.
  While the trail only runs on an actual rail bed for 2.3 miles, the railroad's influence can't be missed. Just before Mile 1 is a high railroad bridge that the trail passes under through a sheltered awning. If train cars are stopped on the tracks, the effect is a powerful reminder of the area's industrial past. Before Mile 6 at Heritage Park, a wooden trestle rests across the riverbank to the east. Pilings can also be spotted along the trail, usually near creek-crossings.
  At Karen Park, connect to the South Omaha Trail, a rail-trail that will eventually connect to the Field Club Trail (yet another rail-trail).
  A portion of the Keystone Trail runs through an industrial park area; however, the automobile traffic isn't a problem for trail users. The only time the trail isn't a flat gentle ride is when it dips beneath the roads on underpasses. You can either access the road or avoid traffic altogether. Signs ask cyclists to be alert for on-coming trail traffic.
  As you leave the commercial district, the

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  Pine Creek Rail Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: PA
  Length: 61.2 miles
  Surface: Crushed Stone

  One of the premier rail-trails in the Northeast, the Pine Creek Trail in Pine Creek Gorge offers travelers a spectacular 62-mile journey through the area commonly referred to as the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. With numerous trailheads, comfort stations, campgrounds and small towns along the route, the well-maintained trail is ideal for an afternoon excursion or a longer trek. The trail is crushed limestone but is suitable for most bike tires
  The Jersey Shore, Pine Creek & Buffalo Railroad began operating here in 1883, carrying timber to sawmills in towns along the floor of the gorge. The railroad also transported coal north to New York State. The last freight train passed through in October 1988.
  Relatively flat, with a grade of only 2%, the trail runs from Ansonia south to Jersey Shore, traversing Tioga and Tiadaghton state forest lands. For 55 of its 62 miles it hugs Pine Creek, offering great views of dramatic rock outcrops and numerous waterfalls, and providing access to whitewater rafting and canoeing in the spring. You may be lucky enough to see an eagle, osprey, coyote or even a black bear on the hillside adjacent to the trail. Other wildlife can also be spotted in the gorge, including deer, wild turkeys, herons, hawks, river otters and beavers.
  Horseback riding is allowed on portions of the trail. To use the hard-packed dirt path beside the trail between Ansonia and Tiadaghton, equestrians should park at the Ansonia trailhead.
  There are many other access points along the route. Several access points with parking are located south of Blackwell along Route 414. The parking lot at Rattlesnake Rock is a popular drop location for canoe and bicycle shuttle services. Another large parking lot is located at the southern end of the trail just north of Waterville.
  

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  George S. Mickelson Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: SD
  Length: 109 miles
  Surface: Crushed Stone, Dirt

  Named in honor of the former South Dakota governor who crusaded for the trail before his death in a plane crash in 1993, the George S. Mickelson Trail runs through the heart of the Black Hills, connecting Deadwood with Edgemont 114 miles to the south. The trail incorporates nearly 100 converted railroad bridges and 4 tunnels, and much of it traverses national forest; however, some segments pass through private lands and users are asked to respect landowner rights.
  In many places the trail is notched into the mountains—pressed up against granite walls to one side and dropping off to steeply on the other. The granite gives way to slabs of slate stacked haphazardly like tall, thin texts on a bookshelf. Since the trail was completed in the fall of 1998 it has become one of the premier rail-trails in the West, rich with boom and bust history of gold mining, and challenging for bicyclists as it cuts through rugged mountain terrain.
  The George S. Mickelson Trail's northern section cuts a curving course through mountains and ponderosa pine forests, over creeks and through narrow valleys by the towns of Deadwood, Lead, Rochford and Mystic. Every few miles it traverses a converted railroad bridge, some over trestles hundreds of feet high. Just south of Mystic, a once-thriving mining town, trail users encounter a 40-foot-long tunnel that was blasted through rock and lined with beams cut to fit the curving contours that give the tunnel its keyhole appearance.
  From Hill City south through Custer to the White Elephant trailhead a few miles north of Custer features a gradually changing landscape, from mountains and corridors of ponderosa pine to high mountain meadows and the open prairie. Valleys stretch and cattle graze in the fields. You'll find many attractions close to this stretch of the trail, including the Crazy Horse Monument, which the trail passes north of Custer, and Mount Rushmore, located near Keystone 6 miles east of the trail in Hill City.
  While

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  Cumberland River Bicentennial Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: TN
  Length: 6.5 miles
  Surface: Asphalt, Gravel

  Whether you're after a picnic, a leisurely stroll or a brisk bike ride, the 6.5-mile Cumberland River Bicentennial Trail (a.k.a. Ashland City Rail-Trail) will enchant you as it meanders past lively streams and waterfalls, across misty wetlands and atop jagged bluffs along the Cumberland River. Only 20 minutes northwest of downtown Nashville, it connects users with the great outdoors along two adjoining segments.
  A mile north of town, the Marks Creek trailhead offers parking, portable toilets and helpful trail signage. Here begins the Trestle Bridge trail section, an Ashland City park since 1997. This paved, wheelchair-accessible corridor runs 4 miles northwest to the Sycamore Harbor trailhead. The first mile leads past trickling waterfalls and spring dogwood blooms to the Turkey Junction Native Gardens & Comfort Station, a great spot to relax and refuel.
  The onward route threads past secluded lakes and a designated waterfowl area to an impressive railroad bridge. One of six original trestles along the trail, it offers sweeping views of the wetlands that border the Cumberland. The trail soon ends at the Sycamore Harbor trailhead on Chapmansboro Road.
  From its trailhead on Chapmansboro Road, the Eagle Pass trail section runs 2.5 miles through equally beautiful surroundings to the Cheatham Lock and Dam campground. Its compacted gravel surface is unsuitable for road bikes, so strap on your hiking boots or hop on your mountain bike. To extend your trek, pitch a tent at the campground and save the return trip for another day.
  

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  Poudre River Trail

  

  State: CO
  Length: 21.8 miles
  Surface: Concrete

  The Poudre River Trail tracks a 21-mile, scenic course along Cache la Poudre River between Windsor and Greeley. The paved trail is popular with hikers, runners, cyclists and inline skaters. The path is wide with gently grades, passing through a forested corridor and among scenic open spaces, where wildflowers bloom in spring and summer. Passing through several parks and natural areas, the trail offers plenty of recreational opportunities, including wildlife watching, fishing and picnicking. You'll also find plenty of historical sites and educational sites to visit along our trail.
  There are plans to connect the Poudre River Trail to the Poudre Trail in Fort Collins, and construction is already underway, with the hope of completion by 2015.
  

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  Rickenbacker Trail

  

  State: FL
  Length: 8.5 miles
  Surface: Asphalt, Concrete

  Rickenbacker Trail begins in southern Miami and continues south along the Rickenbacker Causeway/Crandon Boulevard for nearly 9 miles, traversing the length of Key Biscayne. Along this popular route, you'll have beautiful views of Biscayne Bay, beaches, and palm trees.
  Crandon Park, on the island's north end, was once a coconut plantation and is now a park of more than 800 acres. It features a pristine beach, coastal dunes, picnic areas, and an amusement center. At the south end of the island is Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, where visitors can enjoy the outdoors snorkeling, swimming, kayaking, and hiking. Indoor pursuits include a visitor center, museum, and historical lighthouse.

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  Legacy Trail (KY)

  

  State: KY
  Length: 12 miles
  Surface: Asphalt

  The Legacy Trail runs north and south through Lexington among green spaces, neighborhoods and parks. The trail joins Kentucky Horse Park and the Lexington YMCA but there are plans to extend it south beyond the YMCA to the memorial art garden named for African American jockey, and multiple Kentucky Derby champion, Isaac Murphy.
  The popular trail is steeped in Kentucky's horse history, and families will enjoy the horse park, which features 1,200-acre working farm, museums and horse shows.
  

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  Allegheny Highlands Trail of WV

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: WV
  Length: 24.5 miles
  Surface: Asphalt, Crushed Stone

  The Allegheny Highlands Trail (AHT) follows the original route of the West Virginia Central and Pittsburg Railway, built by Henry Gassaway Davis in 1884. For 24.5 miles this exceptionally scenic trail provides panoramic views of the West Virginia countryside, as it passes through a mountainous region with small towns and rural farmland.
  From the southern Highland Park trailhead in Elkins, the trail gradually ascends for about 15 miles, passing around Pheasant and Polecat Knob mountains. The rural views and mountainous backgrounds provide numerous opportunities for photos. Beyond the mountains, the trail starts to descend more steeply and approaches the small town of Parsons.
  A short, easy-to-follow on-road section of the trail in Parsons offers the chance to grab a bite to eat at any of the several restaurants. The trail crosses the Shavers Fork River on the restored Western Maryland Railroad bridge and continues through Mill Race Park. A ramp from the park ascends to the bike lane on the Black Fork River bridge. The next trailhead is located just over the Black Fork River on the southern side of US 219. The remaining section is paved and follows the beautiful Black Fork River to the community of Hendricks.
  There are plans to extend the Allegheny Highlands Trail north to Mt. Storm Lake, making it about 44 miles. The railroad grade, though not developed as part of the AHT, continues along the beautifully scenic Blackwater River to Thomas as the Blackwater Canyon Trail. Be warned: it's steep.
  

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  Monon Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: IN
  Length: 18.5 miles
  Surface: Asphalt, Crushed Stone

  The Monon Trail is a colossus in the world of Midwest rail-trails. The trail is attractive and well designed, with an astonishing practicality as an urban transportation corridor. The trail stitches together neighborhoods, recreational facilities, cultural centers and schools between Indianapolis and the northern suburb of Westfield.
  Beginning in Indianapolis, at the trail's south end, the Monon is undeniably an urban trail. You will travel beneath the ramps that comprise the intersection of Interstates 70 and 65, passing a mixture of residential areas and light industrial zones. At 10th Street, you can connect to the Indianapolis Cultural Trail that spans five cultural districts in downtown Indianapolis, offering a wealth of museums, theaters, shops, and restaurants.
  After 2.7 miles, you come upon the first of this trail's bridges; the fire-engine red, transformed railroad trestle is a true marvel. After crossing a bridge and a couple overpasses, you will arrive at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, an enormous complex with a popular annual fair that many people bike to via the Monon Trail.
  Beyond the fairgrounds, the trail travels along the backyards of suburban Indianapolis through a corridor lined with a ribbon of trees and green space. Local artwork placed randomly along this stretch add a unique flavor to this trail, with pieces ranging from bright community murals to a network of pipes painted on the sides of a utility storage building.
  At Broad Ripple Avenue (mile 11), you reach the gateway to Broad Ripple, a beautiful village with a bright red bridge. This town practically vibrates with culture, offering many eateries, galleries, breweries and shops—a must-stop destination on your Monon trip.
  After crossing two more impressive red bridges, the trail meanders through quiet neighborhoods for another 2.5 miles before crossing busy 86th Street. From here, it

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  Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: FL
  Length: 106.5 miles
  Surface: Asphalt, Dirt

  The 106.5-mile Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail (FKOHT) stretches the length of the Florida Keys, from Key Largo to Key West, the southernmost point of the continental United States. The trail runs parallel to US Highway 1 (there's not really anywhere else it can go!) and is quite exposed, so bring lots of sunscreen.
  Tracing the course of Henry Flagler's old railroad line, FKOHT includes 23 of the rail bridges, the longest of which is 7 miles. Some of these have been converted back to their original configuration, but with added safety rails and an asphalt surface. To accommodate fishing, platforms have been added to some of the reconditioned spans, including the 2.2-mile Long Key Bridge and smaller spans at Channel 2, Toms Harbor and Toms Harbor Cut. In addition, the trail links a number of superb nature areas with historic sites, not to be missed.
  As of September 2010, about 70 miles of the multi-use, paved trail have been completed. For the rest, users will have to share the road with vehicles. Use extreme caution as some areas have narrow shoulders, causing potentially dangerous traffic encounters.
  The trail is expected to be complete in 2013 and when finished will incorporate educational kiosks, roadside picnic areas, scenic overlooks, fishing piers and cat walks, boat ramps, water access points and businesses and services to support trail users. Visit the FKOHT news site for status updates.
  Some of the section highlights include: Lower Matacumbe Key to Channel 5 historic bridge, 5.5 miles (MM 72-MM 77.5) Long Key Trail & Bridge, 2.2 miles (MM 65-MM 68.5) Grassy Key Trail, 4 miles (MM 54.5-MM 58.5) Toms Harbor/Toms Harbor Cut, 5 miles (MM 60.5-MM 61.5) Saddlebunch Trail, 4 miles (MM 11-MM15) Knight's Key Trailhead to Pigeon Key, 2 miles (MM45-MM 47) Dagny Johnson Key Largo Hammock State Park John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Windley Key F

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  Tunnel Hill State Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: IL
  Length: 47.5 miles
  Surface: Crushed Stone

  Southern Illinois' Tunnel Hill State Trail is a gem of a route, with 23 trestle bridges (including one that is 450 feet long), several ghost towns, a beautiful park, a comfortable trailhead in Vienna Station and, of course, its namesake tunnel—an impressive corridor that once measured 800-feet-long until a collapse in 1929 shortened it by some 300 feet. The first railroad tracks laid on this corridor caused such a stir that in 1870, local farmers, anticipating shipment-ready crops, planted orchards even before the line's tunnel was complete. In 1991 the corridor was donated to the state, and just 10 years later, the entire 47.5 miles was opened to the public as a multiuse trail.
  Begin at the Barkhausen Wetlands Center, which serves up instant trailside gratification within the first 2.5 miles, already showcasing a bridge and scenic overlook before even reaching the town of Karnak (restrooms, drinking fountain, and ample parking). A few miles farther in you will come to the "ghost town" of Forman (to your left) that hints at a scary movie set from a Hollywood backlot.
  The scenic trail passes more bridges, as you make your way to the town of Vienna Station. There is a nice park here that provides an ideal rest and picnic spot, especially if you have children along. Leaving Vienna Station, head toward Tunnel Hill and the trail's midpoint. In the 9 miles between Vienna Station and Tunnel Hill, there are four more bridges before the landmark tunnel. It's handy to use a flashlight as you travel through the cavernous, 543-foot tunnel. If you're on bike, you may want to dismount and walk it through. Be especially careful of other trail users coming in the opposite direction.
  After Tunnel Hill—the highest point on the trail—there is a gentle 2-percent grade downhill for the remaining 25 miles. Soon after leaving the Tunnel Hill trailhead, you'll travel through the Shawnee National Forest, a stunning landscape with a high tree canopy that shades a tric

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  Nickel Plate Trail (Peru to Cassville)

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: IN
  Length: 13.6 miles
  Surface: Asphalt, Dirt, Gravel

  Although the southern portion of the Nickel Plate Trail is 12.7 miles long, it represents the first step toward a 40+-mile rail-trail through north-central Indiana. This segment promises a bounty of dense forests, water views and wildlife.
  The path starts in Peru at Walnut Street on the south side of the railroad tracks. Heading south, it crosses the mighty Wabash River (at 1.5 miles). From here you get an excellent view of the rock formations that comprise the bed of Little Pipe Creek. You will soon find yourself in a forest thick with willows and maple trees. Summer foliage creates a canopy over the trail that, in many sections, shields you from the withering sun. If you're cross-country skiing here in winter, this trail is nothing short of a snowy wonderland.
  It may seem quiet here in the forest, but you are not alone: deer, rabbits, squirrels and chipmunks are likely to cross your path. A wide variety of bird species make their homes in these trees.
  The view on the east side of the trail opens up about 1.5 miles into your trip. Near here, look for an old concrete dam that sits low in the creek bed; it has a lookout platform along the edge of the creek. The dam was originally built to supply water for the steam boilers on the locomotives pulling trains along the tracks. In spring and summer, a lovely flower bed next to the viewing platform flaunts cheerful blooms.
  The trail continues through the forest canopy, passing small farms and rural homesteads that periodically pop into view. This segment ends in the small farming community of Cassville. On the Peru end, you can pick up the Peru to Rochester segment of the Nickel Plate Trail at Lover's Lane. There is a 3.6-mile gap through Peru between the two segments.
  One day, the Nickel Plate Trail will be a part of the 6,800-mile, cross-country American Discovery Trail.
  

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  Lehigh Greenway Rail Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: FL
  Length: 6.31 miles
  Surface: Asphalt

  The Lehigh Trail is located in Flagler County on an abandoned railroad corridor comprising 195 acres. The railroad spur once carried cement and other materials to and from the Lehigh Portland Cement Plant in Flagler Beach. The trail connects US 1 north of Bunnell with Colbert Lane, running through the center of Palm Coast, through Graham Swamp and ending just west of the old Lehigh Portland Cement Company. Surrounded by trees for most of the way, the trail provides a safe, non-motorized way to travel among the cities of Bunnell, Flagler Beach and Palm Coast.
  In the 3,000-acre conservation zone of Graham Swamp the trail has elevated views of the surrounding wetlands. Watch her for some of Florida's wildlife species, including wading birds, waterfowl, deer, otters, foxes and alligators.
  

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  Palatka-Lake Butler State Trail

  Rail-Trail

  

  State: FL
  Length: 14.5 miles
  Surface: Asphalt

  The Palatka to Lake Butler State Trail (PLB) corridor stretches nearly 47 miles from SR 238 in Lake Butler to west of US 17 in Palatka but the current (spring 2012) open trail section is only about 14.5 miles long. The trail follows the bed of the former Norfolk-Southern Railroad right-of-way through Putnam, Union, Clay and Bradford counties.
  The current open segment connects Keystone Heights through just east of Florahome, where it mostly parallels State Route 100. The trail passes through upland pine woods and a rural setting before arriving in Keystone Heights. The trail passes through downtown Keystone Heights and has several road crossings, so use caution.
  The trail ends abruptly at SE 57th Street but you can see where the corridor continues through the trees. The rest of the Palatka-Lake Butler Trail is still under design and construction. There are plans to connect St. Augustine to Lake City in the future, which would make the trail more 100 miles long.
  

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  Cumberland River Greenway

  

  State: TN
  Length: 7.58 miles
  Surface: Asphalt

  The Cumberland River Greenway is one of many forming Nashville's system of greenways throughout the city. Nashville's greenways link neighborhoods, schools, shopping areas, the downtown area, offices, recreation areas, open spaces and other points of interest.
  The Cumberland River Greenway is a multi-use trail that follows the winding course of the Cumberland River through downtown Nashville. Most of the trail lies on the west/south bank of the river, but it does cross over the Shelby Street Bridge and continues to LP Field. This part of the trail is known locally as the East Bank Greenway.
  The trail runs from Ted Rhodes Park to Metro Riverfront Park and LP Field, providing wonderful views of the river and access to Morgan Park and Bicentennial Mall State Park, each via a short spur.
  

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  Crow Creek Greenway

  

  State: WY
  Length: 2.6 miles
  Surface: Concrete

  The Crow Creek Greenway takes travelers along a tree-lined creek through busy urban areas of Wyoming's capital. The trail begins in Martin Luther King Jr. Park, which offers athletic facilities, a playground and restrooms. Nearby is the Francis E. Warren Air Force Base, one of only three strategic missile bases in the U.S. A citizens group called the Crow Creek Greenway Committee was a major initiator of this trail more than 20 years ago. Today, Cheyenne boasts more than 28 miles of trails.