Forks Township Recreation Trail:
Pennsylvania
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Description:
The Forks Township Recreation Trail follows the an old right-of-way of the former Lehigh & New England Railroad. Starting at the trail's midpoint behind the Riverview Country Club in Easton, you'll find a smooth, paved section for 0.5 mile through a quiet, neighborhood. The trail ends at a residential street.

For a more colorful rail-trail experience, continue to where the paved path connects with a hard-packed dirt and grass pathway. This section traverses wooded areas and open fields and runs along a rocky bluff overlooking the Delaware River. The trail ends at a long flight of steep wooden stairs to a parking lot across the street.

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Parking & Trail Access:
Country Club Access Point:
From Route 33 take 191 East and turn right (south) onto Main street which turns into Sullivan Trail. Take Sullivan Trail South from Stockertown. Cross Uhler and turn left on Newlins Road. Bear Left on W. Newlins Road and turn right on Broadway and pass through a residential community (look for Riverview Country Club sign). Although there is no official trail parking at the country club, there is a cleared asphalt area before the club drive.
To the Steep Staircase Access Point:
Follow the same direction above but turn left and Broadway. Turn right on Fruchey Road - go 1 mile and a parking lot will be on your left immediately beyond the rail road trestle at the intersection of Frutchey Road and 611.
This trail is wheelchair accessible from the county club access point through the residential section only.
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Former L&NE Railroad
By brakeman in October, 2011
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.

Update on Riverview CC access
By azuractive in April, 2010
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.
Great trail
By matthew marcon in November, 2006
"It's a great trail, wish more people would use it. It's a great surface to run or walk. "
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