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By jagonzojr5 in November, 2012

Great 90-minute walk

By efwheeler in January, 2012

Perfect way to spend 90-minutes walking about 5 miles on a crisp, cold sunny January day. My son and friends do training at a nearby soccer field so after dropping them off, this was a good quick getaway for some fresh air and exercise for myself (rather than sitting around the soccer-field parking lot watching my son's team get exercise). This was my first time finding and using the trail. It must be lovely when all is green yet it was still very pleasant with all leaves down for the good, long views of farmlands. Plenty of bird variety with the tree-lined trail, open variety of farm fields, and the stream. I only knew about the trailhead parking at the N end of the trail and that was pleasantly full at midday. I was impressed that the trail was popular even on this breezy, 20-degree-F day with a pleasant number of walkers and joggers. Lots of dogs with owners on their outing, which is nice to see.

Nice get-away

By jmcginnis11 in January, 2010

Situated a few miles northwest of Lancaster City, the 2.5-mile Lancaster Junction Rail Trail makes a nice get-away on a sunny, spring, suimmer or fall day. The trail, which was refurbished and given a new, crushed stone surface in 2008, is perfect for cyclists, hikers and other non-motorized transportation, and provides picturesque views of bucolic farms, country homes and the Chiques Creek. The trail is tree-lined for most of the distance, protecting users from the blazing sun and creating a cool, lush environment. Although parking is available at either end of the trail, the southern end is recommended because of its close proximity to Route 283.

Quiet Ride

By Bob1789 in September, 2009

9/20/2009 4:00pm Sunday This is a short and well maintained trail. Short but Sweet in 2005 summed it up so well. When you come up the ramp from Route 30 at Salunga you are on Spooky Nook Rd. Turn rightat the stop sign; as the road was not marked or I at least I did not see a road sign and then the first right. You park at the end of Champ Road past the Lancaster Hazmat #2. At the end of the trail on Auction Road the road is not heavily traveled and it was nice to ride on the road. I would not take children on the road but for a senior like me it was great. I would like to know if there are fish in the creek that parallels the trail in some places. The whole area is quite picturesque and serene knowing you are just off 83

10/5/08 lovely ride

By pamvanw in October, 2008

This trail is lovely and easy to find. It's not very long, but short and sweet, and not heavily used the day we were there. The farm views were so quaint.

Beautiful Trail in Lancaster

By cherubins in August, 2008

My family and I travelled this trail today, August 9, 2008. Absolutely beautiful day and a beautiful trail. It was an easy ride, flat and well maintained. We had a trailer for my son and it was a breeze. We only wish that it was a bit longer and did not have to cross any roads. Access to this trail was so easy too. I wish that we had discovered this years ago.

Short but sweet

By in June, 2005

"This 2.3 trail is very flat and a terrific trail for walking or running. My wife and I walk it probably once a week. It's probably a little short for most bikers, but my mom and I have biked it when other trails are icy or covered with snow. There are 2 road crossings. The first, while quick to cross, can be dangerous, as traffic coming from Rte 283 comes at quick speed around a blind curve. You'll need to cross quickly and cautiously, especially if you've got small kids. The 2nd crossing is much safer and easier to cross. When the trailhead off of 283 re-opened in 2004, a new, state-of-the-art restroom was constructed, as was more parking, thus making it easier access and better for those with small children. The restroom is always clean and we hope visitors keep it that way. There are well-marked poles every half mile, facing both directions. This is an ideal trail for someone who wants to do some running interval training, but finds tracks boring. There is a delightful Amish sheep and goat farm at the one mile mark and another goat farm at about 1.8 miles. There are a few benches along the way. I've seen folks fishing in the little creek that goes from about .7 miles to 1.6 miles. Fair warning: since this trail literally goes through farms, it can be a bit fragrant, depending which direction the wind is blowing. There are NO RESTROOMS or facilities at the north end of the trail. Because of the crushed cinder construction, this trail is seldon muddy, even after heavy rains. Overall a short, but excellent trail for the runner, walker, x-country skier, or person biking with small kids or seniors."