By traffic dodger in July, 2011
Rode this trail 07-20-11. Trail is closed at hwy 64 due to bridge construction. Not sure of a completion date. Both north and south ends are open. Trail is flat and runs along the river. Beautiful scenery along the river and the trail bridges are fun to navigate. Going South from the parking area at Hwy. 441 which by the way has a small water park, you cross the Hwy. 441 bridge (lots of room for improvement at the bridge crossing, not well marked and dangerous in my opinion) the trail continues behind the strip mall. The rocks in the parking lot will have road bikes walking. There is a Bike shop in the strip mall here for repairs if needed. Before you cross the bridge there is a quaint coffe shop with very charming, helpful people behind the counter. My understanding is this trail was put in with personal donations of land and labor and is a credit to the citizens of Franklin.
By MARK in May, 2005
"Northern end is industrial and not the most pleasant part of the trail, but the southern end follows sweeping turns in the river and leads into the country. It is very beautiful along this stretch. There are several bridges that cross the river including a transplanted iron trestle bridge and a wooden covered bridge. The trail goes under 64 and leads into mountainous pastureland. Didn’t know cows could climb until I was on this trail.
Between these two bridges are several picnic areas. The park benches are mostly dedicated to the memory of deceased relatives. What a touching way to ensure immortality for a loved one. Beats the heck out of a tombstone that no one ever sees.
Trailheads are difficult for a stranger from out of town to find. Could use better signage."