The Forks Township Rail Trail is one of my favorite trails to ride my bike and walk on. This is the former Lehigh & New England Railroad's Martins Creek Branch, which was abandoned in 1969. What I really enjoy is that it's kind of like two trails in one, as far as scenery goes. Starting at the southern trailhead off of Broadway and heading northward, the railbed passes through a pastoral setting of open farm fields as it descends towards the Delaware River. After passing the fields, the line enters a rock cut and reaches the river and Route 611, albeit high above them on a ledge. The trail then ends at the railroad bridge over Frutchey Hill Road, with a set of steps leading down to the road. Fall is a good time to visit this trail as great color is seen throughout. There is also a good deal of wildlife to be seen.

The info is a bit dated, and I believe the paved parking area near Riverview CC no longer exists since there has been more residential construction in the area. The Frutchey Rd/Rt. 611 trail head has ample parking, and is the more scenic part of the trail in my opinion. It's a quiet, shady trail, well maintained though lightly used. Highly recommended for locals.

"It's a great trail, wish more people would use it. It's a great surface to run or walk. "

"The Forks Township Recreation Trail is a tranquil path that offers abundant shade, scenic views of adjacent farmlands, and a glimpse of the Delaware River from mid trail. The trail surface is unimproved, but has the appearances of being maintained on a regular basis.

Currently, only 2.5 miles of the proposed 7-mile long trail are open for public use. Also, horseback riding is now posted as a prohibited use.

Limited off street parking is available at the southern trailhead (Broadway). Ample parking may be located at its northern trailhead (Frutchey Hill Road at Route 611); however a steep climb up a flight of wooden stairs is necessary to reach the trail surface from there.

I would not recommend traveling from afar just to use this trail, but if you’re in the neighborhood it’s worth a visit."