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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Old Iron Furnace.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Riding under the bridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Asphalt trail end to end. Beautiful views.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail River from the limestone cliffs.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Fall colors.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Chickies Tunnel
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail On the connector path that links the Decatur St. trailhead with Front St. business district via the Riverside Foundry Apts. in Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail This branch path connects Decatur St. with the Front St. business district via the grounds of the Riverside Foundry Apts. in Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail New trees growing in the meadows of Marietta Iron Furnace Park.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Paralleling Furnace Road, seen on right, through the Marietta Iron Furnace Park.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Crossing Marietta Iron Furnace Park, located between the east end of the borough and Chickies Rock County Park.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Approaching the old Musselman-Vesta Ironworks Office Building and Furnace Road on the east end of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail East end of Marietta. Taken June 2024.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail At the intersection of Front and Clay streets on the east end of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Trail access off Front St. on the east end of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail On the east end of Marietta. Taken June 2024.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail The trail parallels Front St. between Bank St. and Furnace Road on the east end of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail On the east side of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Across Front Street from the trail on the east side of Marietta. Taken June 2024.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Looking east from New Haven St. in Marietta. Taken June 2024.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail The trail crosses this stream on the east side of the Marietta Boating Club property.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail This culvert under the RR tracks is immediately north of the trail in Marietta. Taken June 2024.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Crossing a creek just south of the RR tracks in Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Rail With Trail in Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Picnic area along the trail in the woods between the RR tracks and the Susquehanna River in Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail After crossing the RR tracks at Bank St., the trail passes through the woods along the riverfront in Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Freight trains are a frequent site along the trail, which closely follows active Norfolk Southern RR lines for most of its length.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail The trail veers south at the intersection of Front and Clay streets on the east side of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail East end of Marietta, between Front Street and Donegal Place.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail On the east end of Marietta. Taken June 2024.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Passing the rowhomes of Donegal Place on the east end of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Part of the remains of the Musselman Vesta Ironworks off the trail in Marietta. The property is now an outdoor museum.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail The old skip lift and oil shed are among the remains of the old Musselman-Vesta Ironworks on the east end of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail These old concrete piers once supported RR sidings used to deliver coal to the Musselman-Vesta Ironworks located on the east end of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail This antique steam engine is on display on the site of the old Musselman-Vesta Iron Works along the trail on the east end of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail The former offices of the Musselman-Vesta Ironworks are now home to a small museum and information center on the east end of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail The meadows and woods on the east end of Marietta are now part of a park devoted to the remains of the old ironworks once located here.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail The trail is now paved with asphalt through Marietta Iron Furnace Park. Taken June 2024.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Wildflowers add color to the meadow in Marietta Iron Furnace Park.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Remains of a bygone era, the ruins of old iron furnaces can be seen in Marietta Iron Furnace Park.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Now accessible via a short footpath that extends from Furnace Road, the remains of the Donegal Iron Furnace attest to an industrial past.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail April Flooding The tops of the metal railings that run under the Shock's Mill Bridge are barely visible!
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail April Flooding Flooding at lowest point of the trail from storms in April 2024.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Chalk cliffs and outcroppings off the trail southeast of Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail It's only Feb., but this tree is already budding in the unusually warm weather.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Shock's Mill Trestle, seen on an unusually warm mid-winter day in Feb. 2024.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Ruins of an old village and rail siding for a now abandoned quarry can be seen across the RR tracks south of Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Ruins of an abandoned company town that once supported a nearby quarry can be seen off the trail south of Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Commemorative plaque at Shock's Mill Trestle.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Maggie Bird! Met Maggie Bird on the trail!
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Mile 7.0 Lunch Break
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Falmouth Boat Ramp York Haven Power Plant Susquehanna River
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail New Trail Mariette pa More of new trail !!
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail New Trail Mariette pa Opened Now !!!
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Turtle along the trail.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Beautiful A place to rest and relax.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Rock wall Rock wall class
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Goodbye old friend! Remnants of the old foot bridge over this creek.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail view from the bridge. looking west to the river
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail view from the bridge looking east.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail 2nd of 2 new bridges Long span Bridge of a tributary of the river.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail view of the river. Vailed in Mist, a view of the Sus-q River.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail high voltage power lines the lines stand high to cross the river. In the right of the photo, you can see the Railroad Catenary Towers, ( which still carry power) but are no longer used by Norfolk Southern to power thier diesel engines on this still active railroad line!!!
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail old bridge and new trail path the old foot bridge was left in place, ( as seen on the right) and the new trail path over a galvanized metal culvert
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail view of the river. Foggy overcast day for a view of the river.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail old hunting blind Note the 2 high water marks on the left corner! Lower mark from 1945, upper one from Tropical storm Agnes, 1972
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail #2 of 3 more stone work of lock.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail #1 of three of the stone work of the lock. lock stone work
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Log in box. Stop in and sign in on the log in book. Will help to give an accurate user count for the Trail. Also, 50 feet to the east is the remnants of one of the original locks.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail the tree canopy the tree canopy and understory plants provide for lush colorfull fall foliage and will provide a welcome shady canopy during the summer months. So Very fragrant out there today!!!
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail view from bridge looking east. the stone pillar on the right is the remnant of the support structure that carried the canal boats over the creek below.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail view looking west view looking west from the bridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail New bridge. The trail is very curvy and has minor elevation changes .
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail boat Launch area View of the Sus-q river.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Bainbridge to Falmouth section now open! adjacent to the Lanco conservancy's Forest garden( south of Falmouth. Project to restore the habitat and tree canopy.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Circle of Clouds Clouds reflecting in the water
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Red Roost Can someone tell me the history of this little gem? Located along the River Trail north of Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Tranquil setting. Wildflowers introduce the beautiful tiver.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Entering the woods south of the Falmouth Forest Garden
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail passes this 'forest garden' just south of Falmouth
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Shock's Mill bridge Northwest River trail Lancaster, pa
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Bike Repair Stand This bike repair stand is at the Decatur St parking area
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Working Railroad The working railroad runs along the path (or just above it) in several sections.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Shock's Mill Bridge There are also several bridges along the bike path.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Parks along the route There are several parks that line the bike path.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Lush green forest The path is currently lush and green throughout.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail The Susquehanna River Plenty of places to see this beautiful river as you bike along the path.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail A Soft PA Sunset A great view after a great ride.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail As the Sunset Began to Set A view from the visitor center.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Shocks Mills Railroad bridge Marietta, PA, April 6 , 2019
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Sunset on the Susquehanna River Watching the sunset over the Susquehanna River from the White cliffs of Conoy. April 6, 2019
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Chickies Rock climber scaling the rock April 6, 2019
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail White cliffs of Conoy Beautiful sunny Spring day biking 18 miles on the Northwest Lancaster River trail Kosers Park, Bainbridge, PA to Chickies Rock, Columbia, PA and back. April 6, 2019
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Street areas need repaving. The area near Marrietta where you have to use the street needs repaving. Training for a half marathon I have to watch every step.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Open cut cornfields Nice ride along the open cut fields
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Rock climbing Passed some rock climbers
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail View across the Susquehanna River at the trail's northern terminus in Falmouth.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Approaching the northern terminus of the trail in Falmouth.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northern Delaware Greenway Entering the woods on the recently upgraded northern segment of the trail near Falmouth.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This revegetation project can be seen off the trail just south of Falmouth.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking south along the newly upgraded section of trail between Falmouth and Bainbridge. Taken Oct. 2018.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Under the rt. 30 overpass Nice turn-around location, for turning-challenged. It includes 2 benches, for taking a breather.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail NEW SECTION MARIETTA TREE & RIVER ALONG NEW SECTION OF TRAIL IN MARIETTA
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Koser Park Brunner Island
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Point Rock Tunnel Located within the Chickies Rock County Park as seen from the trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Columbia-Wrightsville Bridge The Columbia–Wrightsville Bridge, officially the Veterans Memorial Bridge, spans the Susquehanna River between Columbia and Wrightsville, Pennsylvania, and carries Pennsylvania Route 462 and BicyclePA Route S. (Wikipedia)
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lanc Co River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lanc Co River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail's close proximity to the Norfolk Southern rail lines means that RR enthusiasts will enjoy using it to view the trains.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This Norfolk Southern freight train came rumbling by after I emerged from the southern portal of Point Rock Tunnel. Taken Aug. 2016.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Point Rock Tunnel southern portal.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Approaching Route 441 on the north end of Columbia.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Section of trail in Columbia's north side.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking north along the trail from under the Wright's Ferry Bridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail passes under the Wright's Ferry Bridge, which carries Route 30 over it, the Norfolk Southern RR and Susquehanna River on Columbia's north end.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Closeup of the stone ruin along the trail north of Columbia.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Another relic from the days when several tracks served numerous long-gone industries, this old catenary pole can be seen on the north end of Columbia.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking out the southern portal of the Point Rock Tunnel, one of several highlights on the newly completed southern section of the trail. Taken Aug. 2016.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Passing through Point Rock Tunnel. Located just north of Columbia in Chickies Rock County Park, this historical gem is hidden no more, thanks to the trail. Taken Aug. 2016.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail These trees form a natural arch over the trail in Chickies Rock County Park. Taken Aug. 2016.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This stone wall was once part of the Henry Clay Furnace, a once-bustling ironworks in Chickies Rock County Park.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Believe it or not, the wooded floodplain just south of Chickies Rock was once the site of numerous factories and rail and canal terminals. Today, ruins like these, which can be seen through the trees off the trail, are all that remain.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Sheer face of Chickies Rock, seen in the late summer sun. Taken Aug. 2016.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Passing the Norfolk Southern rail lines at the foot of Chickies Rock.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The entire section of trail from Furnace Road south to Marietta is now paved! Taken Aug. 2016.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Exploring the trail Northwest Trail in Marietta, was an spectacular trail. We cant wait to go back next weekend and explore more of it. We are fascinated with this place. I want to spread the word to motivate people to go and exercise and enjoy nature at the same time!
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest Lancaster County River Trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail shock's mill bridge
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail crosses three active Norfolk Southern RR tracks immediately east of Columbia's River Park. Caution should be exercised here; stop, look and listen and do not stop on the tracks.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking south, with the flag and Shocks Mill Trestle visible in the background.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This flag decorates the trail as it enters the woods north of the Shocks Mill Trestle.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail These free binoculurs allow trail users to get a view of an eagles' nest in southern Conoy Township.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This farm is off the trail in southern Conoy Township.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The smokestack from the Lancaster County Solid Waste Authority's incinerator can be seen from the trail in southern Conoy Township.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Sun shining through the trees behind a fallen tree in Conoy Township.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail is tree-lined and shaded through most of Conoy Township.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The portion of the trail from the Shocks Mill Trestle to the limestone cliffs is now paved. Taken Aug. 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This rustic, wooden bench is situated just north of the Shocks Mill Trestle.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Northern end of the concrete section of the trail that passes under Shocks Mill Trestle.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This small stream flows into the Susquehanna River just north of the Shocks Mill Trestle.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The intricate stone masonry of Shocks Mill Trestle can be easily seen from the point where the trail passes beneath.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Concrete section of the trail that passes under Shocks Mill Trestle. If you're lucky, you can watch a freight train rumbling overhead on the active, Norfolk Southern rail line.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail After passing through sun-drenched fields, the lush woods near the Shocks Mill Trestle bring welcome shade.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Late afternoon sun shining through the trees near Shocks Mill Trestle; taken Aug. 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Passing between cornfields near Shocks Mill Trestle in Aug. 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail These beautiful wildflowers were in bloom along the trail near the Shocks Mill Trestle in late summer 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Relfective waters of the Susquehanna River; taken at Rverfront Park northwest of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail White Rocks of Conoy
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Shock's Mill
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Shock's Mill Bridge Railroad Underpass at Shock's Mill Bridge
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Shock's Mill Bridge Shock's Mill Bridge underpass
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Another example of the beautiful skies seen on many occasions this past summer at the Furnace Road trailhead.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Another twilight shot at the Furnace Road/Chickies Rock County Park trailhead.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Twilight photo at the trailhead off Furnace Road southeast of Marietta. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Trailhead off Furnace Road in the day use section of Chickies Rock County Park. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Sun setting along the Furnace Road concurrency segment in early summer. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Dusk, as seen from the trail just east of Marietta near the old ironworks office building. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking northwest up the 1500-foot concurrency with Furnace Road, toward the trailhead southeast of Marietta. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Point where the section of the trail that crosses Chickies Rock County Park meets Furnace Road. The spaces pictured here are for handicapped use only. All other trail users must park in the trailhead about 1500 feet northwest of here off Furnace Road.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This tuxedo cat was walking around in the brush off the trail between Furnace Road and the Chiques Creek bridge. It presumably lives in one of the nearby homes. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Sun setting through the trees on the section between Chickies Rock and the Chiques Creek bridge. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Dusk along the trail in Chickies Rock County Park. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Summertime skies in early evening along the trail near Chickies Rock. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Chickies Rock; one of the major attractions on the southern portion of the trail that will connect to Columbia this fall. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Part of the base of Chickies Rock. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail New branch path extending from the trail along the foot of Chickies Rock.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail View looking downstream on Chiques Creek from the trail bridge. The arches of the RR bridge over the creek can be seen in the distance.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Another sign informing trail users how the can contribute to efforts to fund the restoration of the old farmhouse north of the Chiques Creek bridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Bike and tube rental business off the trail on its concurrency with Furnace Road southeast of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Reflector-topped posts separate the 'trail' segment of Furnace Road from the official road southeast of Marietta. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Furnace Road proper (on left) and the designated 'trail' section (on right), southeast of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Passing a residential area on the concurrency with Furnace Road southeast of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail runs along the shoulder of Furnace Road for about 1500 feet between the trailhead southeast of Marietta and the segment that heads south across Chiques Creek into Chickies Rock County Park.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Sign directing motorists onto the new trailhead in the Chickies Rock County Park's day use area off Furnace Road. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Crosswalk on Furnace Road at the new trailhead in the Chickies Rock County Park's day use area southeast of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking west toward the old iron works offices in the day use section of Chickies Rock County Park. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Crossing the day use area of Chickies Rock County Park off Furnace Road. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail New section of the trail paralleling Furnace Road between Marietta and Chickies Rock County Park.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Restored office of the long-vanished Musselman-Vesta Iron Furnace is another attraction along the trail east of Marietta. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Look closely at the ruins behind the picnic tables; they were old abutments for a trolley line that once ran from here to the summit of Chickies Rock. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Picnic area at the ruins of the old trolley station just east of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Ruins of an old trolley station and the Musselman-Vesta Iron Furnace can be seen west of the trail east of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Early summer dusk at the restored office of the old Mussleman-Vesta Iron Furnace on the east end of Marietta. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Another view of the rowhomes.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Entering a very brief, on-road section at the rowhomes on Marietta's east end.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Landscaping enhances the beauty along the trail at the rowhomes on Marietta's east end. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Immediately west of the rowhomes in Marietta. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail 'Green tunnel' effect east of Front Street in Marietta. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Passing lush, shaded yards in Marietta. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Passing through the trees on the east end of Marietta.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail New section of trail that connects Chickies Rock County Park to Marietta's east end. Taken next to the rowhouses, June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail will be a great asset for the people who live in the rowhomes on Marietta's east end. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Passing the rowhomes on Marietta's east end.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Passing the quaint, historic row homes on Marietta's east end. Likely built for workers who were originally employed by long-vanished industries that once dominated the area's economy, the row homes look like something from England or Europe.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Another short on-street concurrency near the row homes on Marietta's east end.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking west on Front Street in Marietta. Trail users must use the streets while passing through town. Sidewalks are available for foot traffic and the light use makes cycling relatively safe. Nonetheless, caution is advised. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Newly completed section extending from the east end of Marietta south toward Chickies Rock County Park. The extension to Columbia should be finished later this fall. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail now connects to both ends of Marietta, though the route is poorly signed through the borough and a planned bypass has not yet been built. This photo depicts Front St. on the town's east side, with the trail branching off in the distance.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Mouth of the Conoy Creek at the Susquehanna River at dusk. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail View of the old stone canal berm that once served as a breakwater at the mouth of the Conoy Creek to the Susquehanna River.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking south across the bridge over Conoy Creek.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Crossing the Conoy Creek. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking north at the bridge over Conoy Creek.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Approaching the bridge over Conoy Creek south of Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Dusk along the trail in springtime. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Straight, flat and paved, the section of the trail in southern Conoy Twp. is state-of-the-art.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking north along the trail in southern Conoy Twp. The rail line and ruins of the old quarry operations can be seen to the right. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking south from the limestone bluffs in Conoy Twp.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Another springtime sunset photo on the Susquehanna River. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Springtime sunset at the limestone bluffs along the Susquehanna River. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail In addition to the river, the Limestone Bluffs are also a good location for viewing the trail, rail line and ruins in southern Conoy Twp. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Another panoramic view of the Susquehanna River, as seen from the Limestone Bluffs.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Susquehanna River and York County riverbank, visible from the Limestone Formations south of Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Limestone mound. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Another scene among the bluffs.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Posted along one of the access paths that extends to the formations from the trail, this sign reminds visitors to use caution: some slopes are steep and plunge into the river, while others can easily crumble.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Near the southern end of the bluffs.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Safety fencing prevents visitors from getting too close to the edges of the limestone bluffs off the trail south of Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Cool shadow shot taken at dusk at the limestone formations off the trail in southern Conoy Township. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Limestone bluffs at dusk.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The limestone formation is so white, it reflects the sun, seen here at dusk. The stack to the Lancaster County Solid Waste Authority's incinerator can be seen in the background. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Susquehanna River, as seen from a limstone bluff between Bainbridge and the Shock's Mill Trestle. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The limestone formation sticks out like a sore thumb amid the lush forests and waters of the Susquehanna and its banks; a mini-desert in south-central Pennsylvania.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail View east, from the limestone formations toward the trail, rail line and ruins. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Though not as well-known as the Dover chalk cliffs of England, these limestone formations along the Susquehanna River in Conoy Twp. are a sight to behold. Once remote, the formations are now accessible to the public thanks to the trail.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Branch path leading from the trail to the limestone formations along the Susquehanna River south of Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Ruins of the old quarry town and infrastructure off the trail in southern Conoy Township.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail More old ruins south of Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Formed from an old quarry, this lake is across the RR tracks from the trail south of Bainbridge and is currently used by a scuba diving school. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Trail paralleling the RR between Bainbridge and the Shocks Mill Trestle.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Ruins of old industries and a town that once supported a local quarry can be seen off the trail south of Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Interpretive sign describing the famous scientist who lived in the Haldeman Mansion back in the 19th century.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Haldeman Mansion, as seen from the trail south of the Conoy Creek bridge. A private residence situated across the RR tracks, the historical home is inaccessible to trail users, but can be viewed from a small observation mound.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Trail users, including a couple with a young child, enjoy the trail south of Bainbridge on a warm, spring evening.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Old wall along the Susquehanna River at the mouth of Conoy Creek; it was probably part of the berm that separated the canal from the river.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Railroad arch bridge across Conoy Creek south of Bainbridge. Notice the reflective quality of the water. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Old, stone masonry visible south of Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Dandelion patch by the trail in the woods south of Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Family riding down the trail south of Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Rail with trail south of Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Cyclists heading down the trail south of Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail parallels active, Norfolk Southern freight lines for much of its length. This photo was taken south of Bainbridge on a warm, spring evening in May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Ivy-covered rock south of Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Lush, springtime forest south of Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Heading south on the paved, multi-use section in Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Newspaper clipping on the limestone cliffs located off the trail south of Bainbridge, included in the information in a new kiosk at the Koser Park trailhead.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking north along the trail at Koser Park in Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Sign welcoming guests to Koser Park, which also serves as a trailhead in Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Pavilion in the refurbished Koser Park off the trail in Bainbridge. Taken May 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Old Bridge!!!
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail New section of trail that connects Marietta's east end to the Furnace Road trailhead. The town's sewage treatment plant can be seen on the right. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail New section of trail connecting the Furnace Road trailhead to Front Street in Marietta. Taken June 2015.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Point Rock Tunnel
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Approaching the Shock's Mill Trestle from the north. Conoy Twp. still hasn't paved their portion of the trail, but this is expected to change by next summer. Taken Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail is very popular, even in winter. Taken Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Several portions of the trail, including the 'Susquehanna Heritage' section in Chickies Rock County Park, closely parallel active Norfolk Southern lines in 'rail with trail' arrangements, giving users the opportunity to observe passing freight trains.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This Norfolk Southern train, with retro-historical designs to its lettering, passed by the trail at the foot of Chickies Rock. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking through the woods in Chickies Rock County Park. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Thanks to the newly constructed bridge over Chiques Creek, trail users now have the opportunity to pass at the foot of mighty Chickies Rock.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Chickies Rock is a mecca for rock climbers.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail These picnic tables are a new trail amenity, located just north of the Chiques Creek bridge. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Trail users can buy cold drinks, snacks or, if they plan to go fishing, bait, from this open-air business off Furnace Road just south of Marietta in the warmer months of the year. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Official trailhead to the portion that extends from Furnace Road south into Chickies Rock County Park; it is located about 1500 feet northwest of the point where the new trail segment currently begins. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail briefly turns to concrete on the section at Shock's Mill Trestle; this newly completed portion offers great views of the Susquehanna River, and, if you arrive at the right time, you can see freight trains passing on the bridge overhead.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Shock's Mill Trestle, as seen from the north side.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking north from beneath the trestle; the stack to the Lancaster County Solid Waste Authority's incinerator can be seen in the distance. Taken Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Rushing water on the Susquehanna River directly beneath the Shock's Mill Trestle. Taken Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This shelter was built directly under the arch that the trail passes through to protect users from debris that might be kicked up by trains passing overhead.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Scene on an unusually warm, early winter day. Taken Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Hiking the trail on an unusually warm winter day; taken Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Wetlands in winter; this photo was taken off the trail about a half-mile west of E. Donegal Twp.'s Riverfront Park in Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Until a couple months ago, the trail suddenly dead-ended at this spot about a mile west of Riverfront Park in E. Donegal Twp. Getting around the gap required taking a lengthy detour on busy Route 441. Now, users can travel all the way to Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail New section of the trail approaching Shock's Mill Trestle; taken Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail The trail now passes under Shock's Mill Trestle, providing a continuous connection between Marietta and Bainbridge, and the opportunity to observe freight trains rumbling overhead.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Winding through the woods just south of Shock's Mill Trestle. Taken Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail New bench on the section west of Riverfront Park. Taken Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Look closely, and you can see a freight train in the distance. Taken Dec. 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail View of the new trail bridge over Chiques Creek, taken just downstream. Taken June 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Approaching Furnace Road, with the historic, colonial-era home on the right.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Photo of Chiques Creek with the lowhead dam on the right and the new trail bridge on the left. Taken June 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail View of the new Chiques Creek bridge from the side. The restored abutments were originally part of an earlier bridge that carried a now long-defunct trolley line across the creek.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Approaching the new bridge over Chiques Creek from Chickies Rock County Park to the south. Taken June 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Entering the lush woodlands of Chickies Rock County Park. Taken June 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Another view of the lowhead dam, with the Route 441 bridge over Chiques Creek visible behind the trees.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Cyclist heading into the woods in Chickies Rock County Park after crossing Chiques Creek on the new trail bridge. Taken June 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking downstream on Chiques Creek from the new trail bridge. The bridge in the distance carries the active Norfolk Southern freight lines, with the Susquehanna River immediately beyond it.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This lowhead dam is located on Chiques Creek immediately upstream from the new trail bridge. Taken June 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Plaque on the side of the new bridge over Chiques Creek, listing the Lancaster County commissioners and engineer.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail View across the new Chiques Creek trail bridge, which was partly built from the ruins of an earlier span used by a (long-defunct) trolley line. Taken June 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Sign at the northern approach to the new bridge across Chiques Creek. Taken June 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail This house, which is located off the new section of the trail southeast of Marietta, dates to the Colonial Era and was built by one of the first European settlers to arrive in the area.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Looking south on one of two newly completed segments of the trail. This section extends from Furnace Road south of Marietta across Chiques Creek into a section of Chickies Rock County Park that was previously difficult to reach.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Northwest River Trail Sign acknowledging organizations that helped fund the new bridge that was recently completed across Chiques Creek between Marietta and Chickies Rock County Park. Taken June 2014.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Fun trail! Conoy Trail--- Rocks and roots!!
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail July 11 2014 Typical part of the trail
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail View of the Schuylkill River Along the path, one of the benches has this view of the Schuylkill River.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Bridge Along the Trail The trail crosses streams at several points. This spot features a nice bridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Rest Stop! This is one of several benches along the trail that offer a nice place to take a rest or just sit and 'people watch'.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Wetlands just east of the Prescott Road trailhead.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) The top sign on this pole indicates that this is the 'Conoy Canal Trail.' It definitely needs to be replaced. The handmade signs below it point south to Bainbridge and north to Kings Road. Taken at the Prescott Road trailhead.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Looking north on the trail from the Prescott Road trailhead.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Sun shining through the trees on a fall evening at the Prescott Road trailhead. Taken October 2012.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Trailhead off Prescott Road. The trail itself goes along the east side of the primitive, unmarked parking lot.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Look closely, and you can see a freight train on the Norfolk Southern Railroad tracks located across the river. This photo was taken in October 2012 at the Falmouth boat access and park.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) The trail is sometimes hard to make out at the undeveloped park off Prescott Road, situated about midway between Falmouth and Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Park and boat access at Falmouth. The trail begins in the woods between here and the railroad crossing.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) After a steep, but short dip at the southwest corner of the restored lock, the trail heads south through the woods toward Bainbridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Looking south along the boatway on the east side of the restored lock near Falmouth.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Southern end of the restored lock near Falmouth.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Wooden footbridge across the western boatway of the restored lock near Falmouth.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Central plaza with benches at the restored lock in Falmouth.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Another view of the old canal lock in Falmouth, looking north from an observation bridge.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) One of two old boatways through the lock at Falmouth.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) The main attraction of this section of the trail is this restored canal lock, located immediately south of the Falmouth park.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) View south down the trail from the north end at the access road to the park in Falmouth.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) If you look closely through the trees, you can see the Brunner Island Smokestack. This photo was taken at the park in Falmouth that serves as the trail's northern terminus.
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Northwest Lancaster County River Trail Conoy Canal Trail (Northwest Lancaster County River Trail) Looking south down the river from the small park and boating access at Falmouth. This park is also the current northern terminus of the trail.
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