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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This arrow directs trail users from the Auburn Trestle onto the access ramp that links to River Road. The truss over the RR will remain unfinished.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Segment along the Schuylkill River on the north side of Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Hamburg Trestle
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Old US 22 Bridge, seen from the Hamburg Trestle on an autumn evening,
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View from the Hamburg Trestle, Nov. 2023.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Hamburg Trestle in autumn. Taken Nov. 2023.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Hamburg Trestle in autumn. Taken Nov. 2023.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing under the eastern approach to the Hamburg Trestle.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail On the north end of Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching River Road immediately north of the Auburn Trestle access ramp.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Reflective waters of the Schuylkill River, seen from the Auburn Trestle in Nov. 2023.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Commemorative marker at the southern approach to the Auburn Trestle.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Thanks to this access ramp, the Bartram Trail portion of the SRT now forms a continuous, offroad link between Auburn and Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This access ramp links the Auburn Trestle to River Road, forming a connection between Auburn and Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail At the official grand opening for the access ramp that connects the Auburn Trestle to River Road in Nov. 2023.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Although the section of the Auburn Trestle over the river is now open, the steel truss over the RR track remains impassable.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Ribbon cutting ceremony for the Auburn Trestle segment. The trestle was opened in 2021, but the ramp linking to River Rd. wasn't finished until 2023.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Opened in Nov. 2023, this concrete ramp links River Road to the north end of the Auburn Trestle.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail On the newly completed segment linking River Road to the Auburn Trestle in Schuylkill County.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail At the top of the hill immediately north of Fillmore Street in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail ascends the hill between Mowere Road and Fillmore Street in Phoenixville. The site of the now abandoned Phoenixville Tunnel of the old RR line is nearby.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This fitness station is along the trail at the Mowere Road crossing on the west side of Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail On the connector path that links the Fillmore Village subdivision to the trailhead off Mowere Road in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail On the connector path that links the trail with the Fillmore Village subdivision in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing through open space on the west side of Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail More housing being constructed along the trail in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes beneath a RR trestle that carries the abandoned Devault line in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west down Paradise Street from the trail in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This dog park is along the trail in the Steelpointe subdivision in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail In Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Condos of the Steelpointe subdivision along the trail in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Steelpointe, one of the new residential communities that has been built on the site of the former Phoenix Iron & Steel company in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rounding a bend in the vicinity of the Steelpointe subdivision in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A wheelchair and bicycle-friendly access path links the trail to the Steelpointe subdivision in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail follows the north bank of French Creek in the vicinity of the Steelpoint subdivision in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The bridge that carries Route 113 over French Creek towers over the trail in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another relic of the old Phoenix Iron & Steel Works, this iron bridge now carries the trail over French Creek next to the old foundry.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail On the plaza outside the Phoenix Foundry visitor center and museum.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Japanese-style artwork outside the Phoenix Foundry, a major attraction along the trail in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Once part of the sprawling steelworks that straddled French Creek, the Phoenix Foundry is now a museum and visitor center in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing the Phoenix Village apartment complex in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Main Street near the old foundry in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Threading a route between apartment complexes and French Creek east of Main Street
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south on the old hot metal bridge in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail has helped Phoenixville live up to its name by playing a major role in its recovery from the closure of the steelworks in 1984. These new apartments are on the site of the old mill.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail forms the spine of a small network of greenways that connect several apartment complexes and subdivisions in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The Point At Phoenixville is one of several apartment complexes and subdivisions that the trail links on the former steel mill grounds along French Creek.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Originally constructed to transport molten metal at the old steelworks, this bridge over French Creek has been restored and refurbished and now connects the trail to nearby apartment complexes.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail One of several historical buildings that the trail passes in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes between parking lots and the tree-lined banks of French Creek in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes behind businesses and apartment buildings in northeast Phoenixville. The trail has helped revitalize the nearby downtown, which features a wide array of eateries, shops and art galleries.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail After paralleling Route 29 across the river and beneath the train tracks, the trail turns back offroad on the northeast end of Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The old Phoenixville train station is across Route 29 from the trail on the northeast end of town. It's now a venue for weddings, corporate parties and other events.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes beneath the bridge that carries the Norfolk Southern RR lines over Route 29 in northeast Phoenixville. This section is narrow; watch for oncoming traffic.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This sign welcomes trail users to Phoenixville at the southern approach of the Route 29 bridge on the town's east end.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail crosses the river on the west side of the Route 29 bridge between Phoenixville and Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The old PA RR trestle can be seen upstream from the Route 29 bridge over the river between Mont Clare and Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Downtown Mont Clare is a popular destination and trailhead in the warm months of the year.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Paddleboarders and kayakers are a common site on both the canal and the river in summertime. Trail users have the option to either go west on the main trail to Phoenixville or continue north on the new Schuylkill River East Trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail narrows to pass beneath the Route 29 bridge over the canal in Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking east along the section of the trail that follows the old canal towpath in Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Majestic views await for those who check out the northernmost segment of the trail in the State Game Lands south of Frackville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Early evening skies in autumn at the northern terminus of the trail in the State Game Lands south of Frackville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail As of 2022, the northwest terminus of the trail is at the access point and parking lot to the State Game Lands off Route 61 south of Frackville. The entrance to this trailhead is poorly marked and there are no amenities.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Winding north toward Frackville in the State Game Lands
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes through a rock cut in the State Game Lands between St. Clair and Frackville, a legacy from the route's past as a RR
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail In the State Game Lands south of Frackville
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing through the woods near Frackville at peak fall foliage. Taken Oct. 2022.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The picturesque waters of Mill Creek are part of the beauty on the trail between Frackville and St. Clair.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The northernmost segment of the trail crosses Mill Creek several times between Frackville and St. Clair.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Ruins in the woods along the northernmost section of the trail near Frackville
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Unimproved (as of 2022) section of trail near Frackville, Schuylkill County
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This wall was once an abutment for a Pennsylvania RR trestle that used to span the valley between Frackville and St. Clair
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This rock outcropping is along the portion of the trail south of Frackville
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The colors of fall are on full display along the northern segment of the trail between Frackville and St. Clair. Taken Oct. 2022.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Although now (as of 2022) officially open from the State Game Lands trailhead to the water authority property, the northernmost section of the trail is still rough and best suited to hiking and mountain biking.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Old RR and mining infrastructure, like this stone retaining wall, are a common site on the segment that follows Mill Creek south of Frackville, testifying to a bygone era.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail On the new segment that parallels Mill Creek and Route 61 just south of Frackville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail As of 2022, the northernmost segment of the trail between St. Clair and Frackville is officially open but it not yet improved. This bridge is at the southern end of the State Game Lands.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rounding an 'S' curve east of Sanatoga Road
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail and old canal, side by side, on the east end of Towpath Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Springtime sunset along the trail east of Towpath Park. Taken May 2022.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing the new parking lot/trailhead in Parker Ford
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Heading southeast from Parker Ford
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Linfield Road from the north in Parker Ford
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Crossing a small stream near Anderson Road
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Straight stretch of trail along the abandoned rail line south of Frick's Lock Village.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Old abutment to a long since dismantled bridge that once spanned the rail line that the trail now follows south of Frick's Lock Village.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This picnic pavilion and nearby restrooms are situated off the trail in Frick's Lock Village, which is also the site of a trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Located about halfway between Towpath Park and Parker Ford, historical Frick's Lock Village is a ghost town that originally served the Schuylkill Navigation canal in the 19th century. It is currently undergoing restoration.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Frick's Lock Road southeast of Pottstown
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The cooling towers of the Limerick Power Station loom near the trail southeast of Pottstown
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Look closely and you can see this old RR bridge, now covered by brush, from the trail east of Sanatoga Road. The trail rejoins the old RR grade just east of the bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking east along the trail at Sanatoga Road
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west down the trail from Sanatoga Road in northern Chester County
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Pastoral view along the trail immediately west of Sanatoga Road
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail suddenly turns away from the old canal towpath near Sanatoga Road
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail proceeds along the old canal towpath from Towpath Park east to Sanatoga Road. This section is very shaded and picturesque.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail forms a ribbon of asphalt crossing Towpath Park southeast of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes a small playground and picnic area in Towpath Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Crossing a powerline corridor just west of Towpath Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail As of May 2022, the segment of the trail that parallels Route 422 over the Schuylkill River is complete, but remains closed to the public pending construction of a connection to Industrial Highway, expected by 2024.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign warning trail users of the sharp hairpin turn at the corner of Route 724 and the onramp to Route 422 southeast of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking east down the trail at the base of the Route 422 bridge east of Pottstown
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign warning trail users of the long curve just east of the Route 422 bridge over the Schuylkill River on the east end of Pottstown
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes this small pond southeast of Pottstown
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes this meadow near Towpath Park, taken May 2022
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west on the newest (as of May 2022) segment of the trail in Towpath Park, on the outskirts of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail The Schuylkill Trail To The Manayunk Tow Path This photo just below the old Shawmont RR Station. The trail is very scenic and leads to Manayunk. It`s about 2 miles long. The only drawback is there is gap in the trail. Now that the old RR is not in use, they can use that, to close the gap.
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Schuylkill River Trail The Manayunk Towpath and Canal The ever changing look of the area. In the background is the old Pennsylvania RR Bridge est. 1918.
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Schuylkill River Trail The Manayunk Towpath Along Side The Manayunk Canal I have been on this trail many times and the different seasons always give a surprising look, that is inspiring.
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Schuylkill River Trail Manayunk Towpath, Canal, Schuylkill River What a beautiful day to bike and take pictures. This trail is just off the Schuylkill Trail at the old Shawmont RR Station.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Newly restored concrete deck carries the trail across the Auburn Trestle. When a connecting bridge is constructed that will link to a nearby road next year, a major gap in the trail will be closed. Taken Nov. 2021
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Reading & Northern RR bridge, seen just downstream from the newly restored Auburn Trestle. Taken Nov. 2021
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of the Richard P. Whittaker Memorial Bridge, which carries the trail over Route 724 immediately east of Monocacy. The bridge eliminates steep slopes and dangerous, at-grade crossing that had previously existed at the site.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the Richard P. Whittaker Memorial Bridge, which carries the trail over Route 724 in the village of Monocacy, in southeast Berks County. The bridge eliminates a dangerously steep slope and grade level crossing that previously existed.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Plaques bearing the name of the new bridge and its funding sources. Taken Oct. 2021
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Schuylkill River Trail What A Great Day On The Trail In November 2020 This photo taken is between Miquon and Spring Mill
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Schuylkill River Trail The Last Of The Fall Foliage2020 November In the background I was very please with the colors.Just above near the power lines is the River Rd I talk about the cliff.
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Schuylkill River Trail Strange But Beautiful Off the trail in Spring Mill rail station. What can i say, very unique
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Schuylkill River Trail What Is Lurking In The Background I took this Photo In Spring Mill rail station. As for the photo, some of those green shapes look like something from another planet. My thinking says it vines of some form growing over other bushes or small trees.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Very Interesting Photo This picture is very special for me, Mother Nature has been teasing me this fall but on this picture several others right after this one, WOW! I took this photo in Spring Mill rail station on top of a parking garage. It is right near the main trail
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Schuylkill River Trail A Rower Just Having a Peaceful Day On The River Just off the main trail near Conshohocken
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Schuylkill River Trail Bike Path By the River With Picnic Tables This trail parallels the Schuylkill trail. It is a nice diversion from the main trail.I think this trail is for the people who work and live nearby.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Fall Day On A Path In A Business District Park This trail is just off the Schuylkill River Trail. I was just enjoying the beautiful day in November.
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Schuylkill River Trail Some Of Mother`s Nature Fall Foliage Just off the trail and on the bridge in Conshohocken, I finally got a nice fall color show
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Schuylkill River Trail Overlooking The Schuylkill River This photo was taken from the Fayette Street Bridge which is just off the trail in Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Rower Rowing On The Schuylkill This Photo was taking from River RD, which is above the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Magnificient Day In November 2020 I finally got a good photo of the fall change .Just 18 days ago everything was green. Amazing how fast that happen.
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Schuylkill River Trail River Road High Above the River And Trail I was on this road just 18 days ago. I came back (11/10/2020) hoping to catch the pick foliage but i just missed it. By the way, road runs parallel with the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Old Historic Railroad Station House In Miquon This is just off the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Special View From Above the Trail and River This picture was taken 10/22/2020. I was hoping for a nice change in colors of the leaves. However, it is still a nice shot of the river and the green vegetation for that time of the year.
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Schuylkill River Trail Up On The Cliff This photo was taken of River Rd. This road is above the Schuylkill River Trail. It presents a different view of the area,
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Schuylkill River Trail A Beautiful Autumn Day (Miquon Rail Station) A great October day in Miquon. This is just off the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill Banks(@South St. Bridge)
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Schuylkill River Trail Riverfront Park (Norristown) Drone view from the air
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, work has officially begun on restoring the trestle over the Schuylkill River just southeast of Auburn. The rehabilitation of this trestle will close a major gap on the northern portion of the trail. Taken May 2020.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north from St. Clair toward the Mill Creek Commerce Center and nearby mountains. Plans call for the trail to extend as far north as Frackville, in the heart of northeast PA's Coal Country
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Private home viewed from the small segment of trail that parallels Mill Street on the north end of St. Clair
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail enters the north end of St. Clair on Mill Street
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This small section connecting the Mill Creek Shopping Center with the north end of St. Clair was completed in 2019
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A remnant of the old RR, this bridge pier can be seen in Mill Creek off of a short segment of the trail that connects the Mill Creek Shopping Center to the north end of St. Clair
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Located south of the Grey's Ferry Ave. Bridge, this promenade is a popular location for fishing and relaxing along the river on warm days. The trail has really boosted quality of life in the Forgotten Bottom neighborhood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Ascending to 34th Street on the Grey's Ferry Crescent segment of the trail. As of 2019, this is the northern terminus of this portion of the trail. Plans call for it to be extended north to the Schuylkill Banks in the near future.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Descending from 34th Street, looking south on the Grey's Ferry Crescent segment of the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south down the Grey's Ferry Crescent segment. Currently isolated from the main section of the trail, this segment will be connected to the Bartram's Garden section in 2020 and Schuylkill Banks in 2021.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail University City and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, viewed from the small river pier off the Grey's Ferry segment of the Schuylkill River Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north toward the 34th Street Bridge from a small pier off the Grey's Ferry Crescent section of the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Curving through Grey's Ferry Crescent Park, which was built on the site of an old paint plant that was cleaned up and reclaimed
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Early autumn on the Grey's Ferry Crescent section
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Grey's Ferry Crescent segment: Approaching the Grey's Ferry Ave. Bridge, which the trail passes under, There is also a skate park under the bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Grey's Ferry Crescent section of the trail, taken near Wharton Street
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Center City skyline, seen looking north from the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Engine on a CSX freight train passing by on the active rail lines that parallel the Schuylkill Banks segment of the trail for most of its length
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This pedestrian bridge connects the trail with the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Research Center and nearby Devil's Pocket neighborhood, providing a safe way across the active CSX rail lines
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north toward the South Street Bridge in the vicinity of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Research Center
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail, on left, CSX rail lines, middle and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Research Center, right, can be seen from the pedestrian bridge below South Street
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north toward the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Research Center from the southernmost portion of the Schuylkill Banks segment of the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail As of 2019, the Schuylkill Banks section of the trail dead ends about a half-mile below the South Street Bridge, just north of the Arsenal RR trestle. Plans are under way to connect it to the Grey's Ferry and Bartram's Garden segments in the near future.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The main campus of the Childrens' Hospital of Philadelphia, seen across the river from the section of the trail below South Street
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The steam generating plant can be seen off the trail near the current southern terminus (as of 2019) near Philly's Schuylkill neighborhood
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Junction of the main alignment of the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk with the branch that ascends to the South Street Bridge
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south on the trail from the Childrens' Hospital of Philadelphia's research building
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail University of Pennsylvania stadium with the Schuylkill Expressway in the foreground, seen across the river from the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk segment of the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing beneath the South Street Bridge
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of the Childrens' Hospital of Philadelphia Research Center, seen from the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk. Note the colorful mural on the building.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south down the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk segment of the trail, which goes out over the river on the south side of Center City. The symbol on the banner indicates that the trail is part of The Circuit.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking east from the trail into Center City. Notice the RR signal tower in the foreground.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north toward the Center City skyline from the circle just north of the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This circle is on the trail between the Walnut Street Bridge and the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing through the south side of Center City
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south along the linear park that surrounds the trail in Center City
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail John F. Kennedy Blvd. Bridge, seen from the Schuylkill Banks segment of the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This ramp, which zigzags from the trail to Market Street, allows cyclists and wheelchairs easy access
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the Market Street Bridge; the ramp on the left leads up to street level
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail 30th Street Station, Philly's SEPTA rail and bus hub, as seen from the trail in Center City
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing beneath the bridge that carries the SEPTA lines in Center City. Notice the tanker cars on the left, which were part of a freight train rumbling down the CSX lines that the trail parallels here.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This sculpture is off the Schuylkill Banks section of the trail just north of the stone arch bridge that carries the SEPTA rail lines over the river in Center City.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Shade trees protect trail users from the hot summer sun on the Schuylkill Banks segment in Center City Philly. This section also parallels an active CSX RR line, seen to the left.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Late summer evening on the trail in Center City; the PECO building with its electronic sign can be seen in the background. Taken Aug. 2019
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north toward the I-676 (Vine Street Expwy.) bridge in Center City. The trail gets heavy use and serves as a transportation corridor in addition to a recreational feature, as can be seen in this photo
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail High end apartment houses and condos benefit from their proximity to the trail in Center City
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail SEPTA trains can be seen crossing the stone arch trestle along the Schuylkill River in Center City
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill Banks segment of the trail between the I-676 (Vine Street Expwy.) bridge and the Amtrack trestle in Center City
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Skyline of the part of Center City on the west bank of the river, seen from the Schuylkill Banks section of the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the I-676 (Vine Street Expwy.) bridge from the north
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of the I-676 (Vine Street Expwy.) bridge and adjacent skyline, seen from the Schuylkill Banks section of the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Downtown Philly skyline, seen from the Schuylkill Banks section of the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Paine's Park observation deck, seen from the Schuylkill Banks section of the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Center City on the 'Schuylkill Banks' section of the trail; the downtown Philly skyline can be seen in the background
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Located immediately south of the Spring Garden Street and Martin Luther King Drive bridges, this plaza marks the beginning of the 'Schuylkill Banks' segment of the trail, which extends through Center City
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Southern end of Fairmount Park, immediately north of the Spring Garden Street bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail dips below the Martin Luther King Drive bridge immediately south of the higher Spring Garden Street bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail More of the landscaped and restored cliff side at the south end of Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of the Spring Garden and Martin Luther King bridges, situated above and below, respectively, seen from the trail at the south end of Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail South end of Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail At the south end of Fairmount Park, near the Spring Garden Street bridge
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This statue is at the south end of Fairmount Park near the Spring Garden Street bridge
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Located immediately east of the trail behind the Waterworks, these stone bridges and the structure seen on top of the cliff remind me of Rivendell from 'The Lord of the Rings.'
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Situated on the south end of the Waterworks, this restored mansion now houses a restaurant
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The main building in the Waterworks complex now hosts weddings and other events
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The restored Waterworks are one of the main historical sites that the trail passes in Philly
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Dam on the Schuylkill River just above the Waterworks
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Gazebo near the Waterworks
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail In the Azalea Garden
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail In the Azalea Garden near the Philadelphia Museum of Art
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Gazebo at the Waterworks Park, with the Philly skyline seen in the background
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Waterfowl enjoy gathering along the old canal near the Waterworks
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Old canal in the gardens between Boathouse Row and the Waterworks
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing through the gardens between Boathouse Row and the Waterworks
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Falls Road Bridge, seen from the trail at twilight
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sun setting on a late summer evening. Taken Aug. 2019
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail James Garfield Memorial, seen across Kelly Drive from the trail in Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Statue seen across Kelly Drive from the trail in Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail One of the beautiful houses on Boathouse Row
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Boathouse Row
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Ornate house on Boathouse Row
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of the Schuylkill River, seen through the lush yards in Boathouse Row
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Boathouse Row from the west
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Settling of the Seaboard, part of the Ellen Phillips Samuel Memorial
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Birth of a Nation sculpture, part of the Ellen Philips Samuel Memorial
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Part of the Ellen Philips Samuel Memorial
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail These statues are part of the elaborate Ellen Philips Samuel Memorial, which the trail passes between Gerard Street Bridge and Boathouse Row
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the Gerard Street bridge
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west toward the trestle that carries the Amtrack, Norfolk Southern and Septa trains over the river, trail and Kelly Drive
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing the rock outcropping west of the Girard Ave. bridge. Kelly Drive passes directly through the formation in a tunnel carved directly out of it.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Kelly Drive passes through this rock tunnel between Fountain Green Drive and the Girard Ave. bridge. It's visible from the trail, which passes to its south
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the trestle that carries Amtrack and SEPTA trains over the river west of Boathouse Row
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail General Grant statue, seen from the trail at the intersection of Kelly and Fountain Green drives in Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The segment of the trail that extends into Philly is very popular, especially in the warmer months of the year
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The asphalt trail, seen on right, and the crushed stone path on left, with the Center City skyline in the distance
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rounding a bend in Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rowers enjoying a summer day on the Schuylkill in Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Columbia RR Bridge. The letters on the bridge are for the rowing regatta.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the Columbia RR Bridge, just south of the Rowing Regatta Grandstand in Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Statue of John 'Jack' Kelly, the famous rower for whom Kelly Drive is named, seen off the trail in Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north in Fairmount Park; the paved trail can be seen in the middle, while the stone path is off to left and Kelly Drive is on the right
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Strawberry Mansion Bridge, seen from the docks in Fairmount Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Afternoon summer sun glimmering off the water
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail divides in two for most of its route through Fairmount Park. Trail users have the option of either continuing on the asphalt paved path on the left, or taking a right onto a crushed stone pathway.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail South of the Strawberry Mansion Bridge
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail One of the many decorative grave markers visible from the trail in the Laurel Hill Cemetery.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes Laurel Hill Cemetery just south of East Branch. This large cemetery features some elaborate mausoleums, one of which is shown here.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of one of the two trestles that carries CSX freight lines over the river, trail and Kelly Drive in East Falls, seen from the south
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail CSX freight train coming across the more southern of the two trestles that carry active rail lines across the river, trail and Kelly Drive in East Falls.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing beneath the two bridges that carry active CSX rail lines over the river in East Falls
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Skyline of East Falls, as seen from the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking downstream toward the bridges that carry Route 1, seen in the foreground, and the active CSX rail lines, seen in the background, over the river.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking southeast down the trail in East Falls on a beautiful, late summer day. Taken Aug. 2019.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The Overlook, one of the new apartment buildings along the trail in East Falls. The trail has played a major role in revitalizing the communities that it passes through.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking northwest near the East Falls trailhead. The trail veers right.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View across the Schuylkill from the trail near East Falls
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail closely parallels Kelly Drive for most of its length from Wissahickon to the Water Works. Although the trail is safely separated from the busy road for most of its length, the width is narrow in some locations, especially near Wissahickon
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the northern terminus of Kelly Drive at Main Street in Wissahickon. The RR trestle that crosses the Wissahickon Creek at the junction with Lincoln Drive and the parallel connector trail can be seen on the horizon.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Bartram House, centerpiece of the nation's oldest botanical gardens in South Philly
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail As of mid-2019, the segment of trail in South Philly ends at the Newkirk Monument. An old swinging bridge is being repurposed to carry the trail across the river immediately north of here, which will connect it to the Greys Ferry Crescent segment.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Wooded segment north of Botanic Ave. in South Philly
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail heads back into the woods north of Botanic Ave.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail These wildflowers color the median between the trail and Botanic Ave. in South Philly
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail parallels Botanic Ave. just north of Bartram's Garden
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes beneath this RR trestle just north of Bartram's Garden
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail winds back to the river on the north side of Bartram's Garden. Signs warn cyclists of curves ahead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The meadows that dominate the northern part of Bartram's Gardens are a much more recent addition to the complex. This land was once the site of a concrete plant and has since be reclaimed by nature.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Winding through the northern part of Bartram's Garden
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Historic barn at Bartram's Garden in South Philly
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Coach House, Bartram's Garden
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Along the river on the south end of Bartram's Garden
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The Schuylkill River Trail system dead ends just south of Bartram's Plaza, as of 2019. This is the current southeast terminus, though plans call for it to be extended further, toward Fort Mifflin, in the future.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View downriver from the Bartram Plaza, the current southeast terminus of the Schuylkill River Trail system.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Located at the south end of Bartram's Garden, this small plaza and amphitheater provides great views of the Schuylkill River and Philly sklyline. As of mid-2019, it also marks the southeast terminus of the Schuylkill River Trail system.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking across the wetlands on the south side of Bartram's Garden.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail An array of colorful wildflowers bursts in the wetlands near the Bartram Plaza in South Philly
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail follows a brief concurrency with 56th Street between Sankofa Community Farm and Bartram Plaza in South Philly
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sankofa Community Farm, on the property of Bartram's Garden in South Philly
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Wetlands dominate the landscape on the south end of Bartrams' Garden
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Garden plots at the Sankofa Community Farm, an urban vegetable garden that the trail passes on the Bartram's Garden segment
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing through the Sankofa Community Farm on the segment in Bartram's Gardens
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail More scenes from the segment of trail that passes through Bartrams' Garden in south Philly
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Part of the nation's oldest botanical gardens
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south on the segment in Bartram's Garden
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Gate from the trail to the old Bartram farm
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This freight train was traveling along the active rail line that parallels the segment of trail through Bartrams' Garden.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail It may look new, but this bridge, which has been restored and now connects the trail with an apartment complex north of French Creek, was originally built to connect part of the Phoenix Iron and Steel Works complex with the office building.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The Phoenixville Foundry in spring. Taken May 2019.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail After following the south bank of French Creek through the east end of Phoenixville, the trail makes a sharp turn toward Route 29, which it follows across the Schuylkill River to Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of the Schuylkill River from the Route 29 bridge between Phoenixville and Mont Clare. Pedestrians should use a sidewalk on the north side of this bridge, while cyclists should use caution on the road.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The old Phoenixville train station, as seen across Route 29 from the trail on the east side of town.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes under the Norfolk Southern rail line and crosses the Schuylkill River on a sidewalk that runs along Route 29 on the east end of Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing through the east end of Phoenixville. The trail has played a huge role in revitalizing the former mill town in recent years.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing one of the new apartment complexes along French Creek in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Crossing an active rail line on the east end of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Closed to traffic, the Keim Street bridge is adjacent to the trail on the east end of Pottstown. It would be great if it could be fixed up for pedestrian use!
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A relic from the days of the RR, this old box car has been converted to the office for a salvage yard across Industrial Highway from the trail on the east end of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A guardrail separates the section of trail on the east end of Pottstown from Industrial Highway.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Along the newest (as of the spring 2019) segment of the trail paralleling Industrial Highway on the east end of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This spillway is a remnant of Felix Dam north of Reading. Most of the dam itself was demolished in the late 2000's.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of the suburbs north of Reading on the Felix Dam Park segment.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Felix Dam Park segment in the suburbs north of Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing beneath the bridges that carry Route 222 over the Schuylkill River in the suburbs north of Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This connector path provides access to the Felix Dam Park segment of the trail from Riverview Drive in the north Reading suburbs.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing through the woods just south of the Route 222 bridge on the Felix Dam Park section of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This photo depicts a little-used section of the trail that extends through Felix Dam Park in the suburbs north of Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail it’s a little flooded
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This vegetation-covered tunnel, which will become part of the Ivy Ridge Trail in the future, can be viewed just off a short concurrency with Nixon Street in Shawmont.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Straight section of trail near Shawmont.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rounding a bend headed northwest in Minqua.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing AIM Academy in Minqua.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Ascending to the old RR right-of-way in Shawmont.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Veterans' memorial off a short on-street section of the trail in Shawmont.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes through the community of Shawmont. Located in the northwest corner of Philadelphia, this quaint and quiet neighborhood looks and feels more like a rural village than part of a major city.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This old stone home can be seen immediately off the trail on Manor Road in Miquon.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail 'Tunnel' effect under the canopy on the trail near Miquon.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sunshine filtering through the woods south of Conshohocken. The tracks of the SEPTA line that the trail parallels southeast of Norristown can be seen in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rock wall from the days of the RR on the segment between Conshohocken and Shawmont.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Canopied section of trail south of Conshohocken. This segment passes through wooded open space and does not feel like it is right outside a major city.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Just south of Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Near the southern end of the section of the Bartram segment between Schuylkill Haven and Pottsville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Shaded stretch on the Bartram segment of the trail near Pottsville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking northwest toward Pottsville on the Bartram segment.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail On the newly opened (as of the summer 2018) segment of the trail between Pottsville and Schuylkill Haven. This section closely parallels Route 61, seen on the right.
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Schuylkill River Trail Auburn section of Schuylkill River Trail I love the lush greenery along this section of the Schuylkill River Trail. The ferns are beautiful!
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Schuylkill River Trail A Summer Day On A Unique Trail Location near South St. A short trail with a nice view of the city. However, it only gets better. The Schuylkill River Trail is a must.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Beautiful Day On The River Boardwalk In Philadelphia Location near South St. Photo was taken July 2, 2017.
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Schuylkill River Trail Lock 60 Recreational Area just outside of Phoenixville, PA Photo by: Bob Clark
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Schuylkill River Trail A Classic Look On The Manayunk Towpath Location just south of the Flat Rock Dam, In early October, with the sun getting lower in the sky this presents a different look. As I said before each season has its own beauty.
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Schuylkill River Trail An Unique Tree On The Trail Location just before Spring Mill, We used to call these trees 'Johnny Smokers', because the seedlings look like cigars.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Approaching the Buttonwood Bridge, which the trail passes under in Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Descending from the western terminus of the trail on River Road to the RR tracks near Baer Park in Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The western terminus of the 'Thun Trail' segment of the Schuylkill River Trail is across from Baer Park on River Road in Reading. From here, it's a short distance along local streets to the nearby Union Canal Trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail crosses this active rail line near its northern terminus at Baer Park in Reading. Unfortunately, the crossing is not signed and the trail surface is roof, so use extreme caution.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking down the bank to the Schuylkill River from the trail near Baer Park in Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Passing through the woods near the confluence of the Schuylkill River and Tulpuhocken Creek in Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Wildflowers are still in bloom along this powerline corridor which crosses the trail in the woods north of Reading's Buttonwood Bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking out on the Schuylkill River on the segment north of the Buttonwood Bridge in Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail continues about 1 1/2 miles north of the Buttonwood Bridge, where it continues to follow an active, but seldom used rail line.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The newest segment of trail closely parallels the old canal near Port Providence. Taken Oct. 2017.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of the footbridge that connects the trail to Port Providence.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Birdhouse along the trail on the east end of Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The residents of this home on the east end of Mont Clare have made the most of their access to the canal.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of the river from the canal towpath immediately east of Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Canal towpath segment just east of Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sun shining through the trees along the canal towpath near Mont Clare. The Schuylkill River can be seen in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the east end of Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A birdhouse, bench and small boat dock can be seen on the north shore of the canal between Port Providence and Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Canal and trail, side by side near Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south from the footbridge over the spillway, toward the Schuylkill River.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This old home can be seen from the canal towpath portion of the trail near Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south toward the river from the bridge over the old dam and spillway near Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail crosses an old dam and spillway between the canal and river on this bridge near Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Ducks congregating along the banks of the canal near Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Thanks to this footbridge over the canal, residents of Port Providence can access the trail without having to detour east to Longford Park or west to Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The segment of the trail that follows the old towpath near Mont Clare winds through the woods on the strip of land between the canal and the river.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This sign points the way along the newly upgraded segment of trail along the canal towpath near Mont Clare. Taken Oct. 2017.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This home is one of several that are situated on the north bank of the canal and visible from the trail in Port Providence and Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The waters of the old canal near Mont Clare have a mirror-like reflective quality.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The newly improved segment of trail that follows the canal near Mont Clare now has a crushed stone surface and suitable for cyclists and parents pushing strollers in addition to walkers.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west on a restored segment of the canal in Longford Park. A segment of the trail that follows the old canal towpath between Longford Park and Mont Clare has recently been upgraded for multi-use. Taken Oct. 2017.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Stone facade on an old mill that has been converted to apartments in Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail These old steps are part of the ruins immediately southeast of Shawmont.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail follows a small segment of old brick road immediately south of Shawmont.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes this old stone home in Shawmont.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Crossing the active SEPTA lines in Shawmont, a northwest Philly neighborhood that feels more like a rural hamlet.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A manmade forest of telecommunications towers rise over the natural forest of trees in the forests of northwest Philly.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This rock outcropping hangs over the trail in the woods in northwest Philly.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Evening sun reflecting off the river at the dam in northwest Philly.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sun setting on the Schuylkill River near the dam in northwest Philly in early autumn. Taken Oct. 2017.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View along the wall that once separated the canal from the river, and connects to a nearby dam, northwest of Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Autumn on the trail northwest of Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Creek in the woods northwest of Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail crosses this footbridge northwest of Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This landscape along the trail looks like it is out in the countryside, but it is actually northwest of Manayunk within the Philadelphia city limits. Taken Oct. 2017.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Although still well within the Philadelphia city limits, the trail enters the woods and feels more 'remote' northwest of the Station at Manayunk Apartments.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The access path that connects the trail to the Station At Manayunk Apartments ascends a lush, tree-covered bank.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Trippy artwork off the trail near the Fountain Street bridge in Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Smokestacks of one of the few remaining industries along the Schuylkill River in the Philadelphia area can be seen off the trail on the northwest end of Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail 3-D artwork, meant to represent a tree, located on the side of a building near the Fountain Street bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Day To Relax for Some The photo was taken on Main St. in Manayunk. The Photo shows people relaxing on park benches. In the background is a little park that connects with the towpath and further back is the Manayunk Trail Bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail The Main St. And Manayunk Trail Bridge This photo is looking west on Main St. It also shows the Post Office, Firehouse, and the Manayunk Trail Bridge ( The Old Pennsy Bridge 1918).
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Schuylkill River Trail Manayunk Dreaming This was taken in the heart of the business district on a magnificent day in October.Location just off of the towpath. As for the dreaming, I was, after a 44 mile ride, I wanted a burger and brews.
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Schuylkill River Trail Going To Phoenixville Looking west on the Schuylkill River Trail inside the Valley Forge Park. What a day to go to Phoenixville?
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Schuylkill River Trail An Inspiring Trail Just wants to make you ride. This Schuylkill River Trail is in the Valley Forge Park, looking east.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Step Back In Time The picture shows the glory days of the railroad. We have seen this from a lot of pictures submitted by others. I am lucky as a kid i got to see some of these railroads in use.
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Schuylkill River Trail The Schuylkill River Near Phoenixville This is a great shot on a very beautiful day in October. It is looking east.
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Schuylkill River Trail An Old Railroad Bridge And River This picture was taken on the Bridge St. Bridge leading to Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Memorial To A Fallen Poice Officer The memorial was a tribute to Brad Fox of Plymouth Township who was killed in the line of duty.Location is between Conshohocken and Norristown. As you can see,it is between the RR tracks and bikepath. Very Touching for me on this beautiful morning.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Beautiful Morning This picture was taken on a crisp fall day in October. The Photo was taken in Spring Mill.
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Schuylkill River Trail An Old Railroad Station This used to be the 'Shawmont Station'. It is not use anymore. This connects with Manayunk Towpath going east and Schuylkill River Trail going west.
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Schuylkill River Trail Towpath Sign,Main St, And Elevated Section Of The Reading Railroad Taken on Main St in Manayunk showing the towpath sign. Also, the elevated section of the old Reading Railroad. Septa now uses these tracks.
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Schuylkill River Trail Pine Tree, Other Vegetation, TowPath, And Manayunk Canal I was just getting ready to take my brake when i noticed all this beautiful portrait mother nature had bestowed on me. The Photo was taken on Main St. in Manayunk just off the towpath.
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Schuylkill River Trail Flowers, Towpath, And Manayunk Canal Photo was taken on the Main St in Manayunk just off the towpath.
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Schuylkill River Trail A Pine Tree, Towpath, And Manayunk Canal Mother Nature has bestowed on us this summer with lush greenery. Photo was taken just Off the towpath on the Main ST.
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Schuylkill River Trail On the Towpath Near the Flatrock Dam Just a beautiful shot looking east near the dam.
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Schuylkill River Trail Septa Train At Spring Mill Station I took the photo on top of the parking garage at Spring Mill RR Station.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River At Spring Mill Taken on top of a parking garage at the Spring Mill RR Station.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River At Spring Mill Taken at Spring Mill RR Station. Just a beautiful shot of the river and trees,
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Valley Forge to Philadelphia
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Schuylkill River Trail Wissahickon CreeK This is where the creek empties into the Schuylkill River. By the way this photo was taken in the gap between the Manayunk Toe Path and where Schuylkill trail resumes.
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Schuylkill River Trail Reading Rail Road Bridge The Reading use to commute people to various other stations. The last stop was the impressive Reading Terminal in Philadelphia.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A blend of the old and new can be seen along the Manayunk Towpath section of the trail; the canal was among the first to be constructed in the US, while modern apartments can be seen on the opposite bank.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail, old canal and a rail line can be seen side-by-side in Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking northwest along the Manayunk Towpath section of the trail near Lock Street.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This Mexican-inspired painting is located at the southeast terminus of the Manayunk Towpath section of the trail at Lock Street.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing behind another old, stone building on the Manayunk Towpath section of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Decorative 'step' sculptures can be seen outside of this old building on the Manayunk Towpath section of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The Manayunk Towpath portion of the trail passes behind quaint, historic buildings southeast of the Manayunk Trestle.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This artwork describes the history of Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View northwest toward the Manayunk Trestle in NW Philly. The former RR trestle was converted to trail use in 2015 and now connects Manayunk to the Cynwyd Trail across the Schuylkill.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This colorful, detailed mural is on the side of a building across the canal from the trail in Manayunk. The Manayunk Trestle can be seen in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Painting along the trail in Manayunk, with the concrete trestle seen in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Shaded boardwalk on the Manyunk Towpath section of the trail just southeast of the Manayunk Trestle.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Abstract work of art on the abutment of the Green Lane Bridge that is immediately northeast of the trail in Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking southeast toward the Green Lane Bridge, with the larger Manayunk Trestle, which now forms another part of Philly's trail network, seen in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This fork in the trail is just northwest of the Green Lane Bridge in Manayunk. The main trail veers right, while the spur on the left ascends to Main Street.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The Manayunk Canal is home to numerous ducks, geese and other waterfowl.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Flowers like these, which line the base of one of the apartment buildings along the Manayunk Towpath section of the trail, enhance the beauty in the warmer months of the year.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking southeast down the canal in Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Colorful works of art line the Manayunk Towpath section of the trail, giving the impression of an outdoor art museum. This work is on an abutment for the Fountain Street bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking southeast along the Manayunk Towpath at the Fountain Street bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes one of the few remaining industries along the Schuylkill River in Philadelphia in northwest Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the Fountain Street bridge on the Manayunk Towpath section of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trees along this portion of the Manayunk Towpath make the trail a welcome refuge from the heat in midsummer.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Manayunk Towpath, passing between the canal and luxury apartments northwest of Leverington Street.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Luxury apartments, some converted from older mills or factories, line the canal and trail in northwest Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking northwest along the Manayunk Towpath in NW Philly. The Leverington Ave. bridge over the canal can be seen in the distance.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Manayunk Towpath section in NW Philly.
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Schuylkill River Trail General Grant Taken near Kelly Drive
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Schuylkill River Trail Sullivan's Bikeway Bridge Allows access to Valley Forge Park from Schuylkill River Trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Taken from Sullivan's Bridge Bikeway
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This memorial commemorates a police officer who was killed in the line of duty in nearby Plymouth Meeting back in 2013. It can be found between the trail and RR track just south of the PA Turnpike bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Wildflowers cover the hill between the trail and the Acelor Mittal steel mill.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Summertime on the trail between Conshohocken and Norristown!
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This groundhog was lounging by the trail in the vicinity of the Acelor Mittal steel mill. Unfortunately, he didn't say if I won the lottery!
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Vegetation has concealed the rock walls of this cut between Norristown and Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rail and trail, side by side on the section between Conshohocken and Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing beneath a RR (in the foreground) and PA Turnpike bridges southeast of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rounding a bend on the trail near the PA Turnpike underpass.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Ivy-covered hill off the trail south of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing beneath the RR underpass just north of the Acelor Mittal mill.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail These ruins can be seen across the active Septa line from the trail on the section between Norristown and Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This metal smokestack can be seen off the trail and is part of the Acelor Mittal mill complex.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Vegetation from the green buffer that separates the trail from the SEPTA lines provides cool shade during the warmer months of the year in the vicinity of the Acelor Mittal mill.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north on the segment between Conshohocken and Norristown. The AcelorMittal mill is on the right and the active SEPTA line and river on the left.
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Schuylkill River Trail RR Bridges, Highway Bridges, And the River Just another interesting picture. Notice: how the river is very calm.
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Schuylkill River Trail The Old Bridge From 1895 The photo was taken on the east side of the river, Notice the reflection of the bridge in the water.
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Schuylkill River Trail The Tunnel Kelly Drive runs right thru it. Very rare to see a tunnel in a major city.
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Schuylkill River Trail The Water Works interesting
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Schuylkill River Trail Zoo Balloon,River And Trail Taken on the trail near Kelly Drive
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Schuylkill River Trail Water Works Park Interesting view of the ramps
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Schuylkill River Trail Water Works Park Just a magnificent little park. A good place for a rest and view of the river
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Schuylkill River Trail Water Works Park The photo was taken on the east side of the river (Kelly Drive)
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk Another view of the boardwalk and skyline
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk This is a must for people biking into Philadelphia. The view is just fantastic.
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Schuylkill River Trail The FMC Building The Photo was taken from the Boardwalk on the Schuylkill River Banks.
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Schuylkill River Trail The Philadelphia Art Museum Taken near the dam on the west side. Note: This is just about where the Martin Luther King Drive ends. You will cross the Spring Garden Bridge and pick up the Schuylkill River Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail The Skyline Of Philadelphia The photo was taken from the west side of the river.
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Schuylkill River Trail Boat House Row These are the famous Boat Houses on the Schuylkill River. I took the picture from west side (Martin Luther King Drive). Note: on Sunday the drive is closed to motor vehicles. This is just great.
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Schuylkill River Trail Rowers getting read to race A regatta was about to start.
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Schuylkill River Trail A bridge from two centuries ago 1895 Taken from the west side of the river.
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Schuylkill River Trail Miles and miles It's not about the action or scenery along the way, it's about the miles.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the river on the section west of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Straight section of trail west of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Lush hedges separate the trail from several, adjacent homes west of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A wildflower-covered hill separates the trail from this home west of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail One of several views of the Schuylkill River that can be seen from the trail west of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Wildflowers bring out color along the trail in springtime. Taken May 2017.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north from the bridge over Port Indian Road west of Norristown .
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Crossing the bridge over Port Indian Road, just west of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rustic, wooden sign marking the location of Little Indian Creek Falls.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Hidden behind the tree branch that crosses the creek, the Little Indian Creek Falls are located off the trail between Betzwood and Port Indian.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A green barrier of trees and grass separates the trail from this apartment complex near Betzwood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail On trail by Kelly Drive fall of 2009
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A rower on the river from the Kelly Drive side of trail 2009
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Strawberry Mansion Bridge from Kelly Drive fall of 2009
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Kelly Drive fall 2009
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail On Manayunk Tow Path fall of 2009
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Just off trail in Manayunk taken on Green Lane Bridge
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River and Trail just above the beginning of the Manayunk Canal
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Schuylkill River Trail Cynwyd Trail On Pennsy Bridge Schuylkill River, Green Lane Bridge, Manayunk Canal, And Tow Path 11/13/2015
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Schuylkill River Trail Cynwyd Trail On Pennsy Bridge Overlooking Manayunk, Canal,and Tow Path
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Schuylkill River Trail Cynwyd Trail On Pennsy Bridge Overlooking Schuylkill River in Manayunk 06/2016
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Schuylkill River Trail Cynwyd Trail On Pennsy Bridge Great view of Manayunk,Canal, and Schuylkill River
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Schuylkill River Trail Manayunk Tow Path By Canal
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Conshohocken from the northwest.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the bridges that carry I-476 over the Schuylkill River north of Conshohocken. The blue girders are appropriate, since the highway is nicknamed 'The Blue Route.' Taken Nov. 2016.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Heading north of Conshohocken. Taken at dusk in early Nov. 2016.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sunset on the trail in Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing another apartment building in southeast Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Heading northwest into Conshohocken. A SEPTA station is on the left.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This bike shop and cafe is a nice place to stop for lunch or a snack on the southeast side of Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Autumn sun lighting up the trail south of Conshohocken in early evening.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rounding a bend, headed toward Philadelphia.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This rock cut is south of Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail enters the woods south of Conshohocken. It doesn't feel anything like the outskirts of a major city.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail SEPTA commuter trains often whiz by on the active line that parallels the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Visible off the trail just southeast of Conshohocken, this stream follows the channel of the old canal.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another new apartment/condo complex off the trail. This one is on the southeast end of Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail From left to right; long-abandoned tracks left over from the old RR, the trail and the active SEPTA/Norfolk Southern line can be seen side-by-side on the southeast end of Conshohocken. Taken early Nov. 2016.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Crossing remnants of the old RR that were never removed in southeast Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This factory in southeast Conshohocken provides bike racks for employees who choose to use the trail to commute to and from their work.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Shaded section of trail in southeast Conshohocken. The overgrown ditch on the left is the remains of the canal that once paralleled the Schuylkill River for most of its length.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Once an old factory, this quaintly restored office building can be seen off the trail on the east end of Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching downtown Conshohocken from the southeast.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The poles that once supported catenary lines that provided power to the RR that the trail replaced (and are still used by the adjacent SEPTA/Norfolk Southern line)tower high above Conshohocken's east end.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing more lush gardens in downtown Conshohocken. I love how the autumn sun lights up the leaves on this tree. Taken early Nov. 2016.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the modern office buildings that have replaced the old mills and factories in Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The skyline of West Conshohocken, situated on the opposite bank of the Schuylkill River, can be seen from the trail in the downtown. Taken early Nov. 2016.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Heading into downtown Conshohocken, a community that has successfully transformed from a RR and manufacturing town into an 'edge city' of condos and apartments and sleek office buildings.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail These condo complexes, accessible from the trail, are an example of successful redevelopment and urban renewal in Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail closely parallels active RR lines used by Norfolk Southern and SEPTA for most of its length. This photo was taken on Conshohocken's west side.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail is well-landscaped on the west side of Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail crosses into Conshohocken on this restored RR bridge. The Cross-County Trail can be seen below.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing beneath the new bridge that carries the access road to Betzwood Park over the trail; the Route 422 bridge can be seen behind it. Taken Aug. 2016.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the nearby suburban skyline from the trail east of Betzwood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the old mill complex east of Betzwood, which is in the process of being converted to apartments. Taken Aug. 2016.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Located just east of the Route 422 bridge at Betzwood, this old mill complex is being restored and converted to loft apartments. Its convenient location off the trail will give residents a direct, non-motorized link to center city Philadelphia.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The skyline of the nearby Valley Forge and King of Prussia can be seen through the trees near Betzwood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west from the Betzwood Park trailhead; the new Sullivan Trail bridge across the Schuylkill River is located near here.
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Schuylkill River Trail Phila Water Works as seen from the bike trail. Phila Water Works as seen from the bike trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Valley Forge to Philadelphia
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Schuylkill River Trail Boardwalk Skyline
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail parallels this active rail line southeast of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Interesting graffiti on the side of the bridge that carries the PA Turnpike over the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Mile marker 16, located between the sewage treatment plant and the PA Turnpike bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail looks down on itself on the bridge it shares with an active rail line in the vicinity of a sewage treatment plant between Norristown and Conshehocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail After passing through the RR underpass, the trail turns to the right and loops up onto the bridge, paralleling the active rail line next to the sewage treatment plant between Norristown and Conshehocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes through this RR underpass on a brief concurrency with a side street between Norristown and Conshehocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail - Landingville Approaching the crossing at Tunnel Road on the northern segment of the trail. Although lightly used, traffic does speed along this road, so use caution when crossing.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing beneath one of the SEPTA lines at the Norristown train station.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south from a trail bridge into Norristown's Riverfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This bridge, which once carried 2, or possibly 3, RR tracks, is now used by the trail near Norristown's Riverfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing old industrial sites on Norristown's east end.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Tree-lined section through Norristown's east end neighborhoods.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail follows an old RR viaduct toward the east end of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Trail and rail bridges over Dekalb Street in Norristown. The trail bridge is on the left, while the active rail line runs on the right.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rails from the long-gone RR that the trail follows can still be seen at this location on Norristown's west end.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing through Norristown's west end.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing rooftops in Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north on Route 202 from the trail bridge in Norristown. Taken May 2016.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Divided trail crossing the old, double-tracked RR bridge over Route 202 in Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the modified old RR bridge that carries the trail over Route 202 in Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun trail section 3 Love seeing the trains
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Dam Train passing Dam in Manayunk.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail Auburn Trailhead ribbon cutting
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Heading north of Leesport, toward Bellemans Church Road.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Quaint home off the northern segment of the trail in Leesport.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Signs guide trail users onto Canal Street on the north end of Leesport.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Canal Street in Leesport, the southern terminus of the northern segment of the trail. From here, a signed route guides users through the town on streets to the southern section off Washington Street.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Late summer landscape north of Leesport.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the north end of Leesport on a warm, late summer day.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail It may just look like an overgrown drainage ditch now, but the remains of an old canal parallel the northern segment between Bellemans Church Road and Leesport.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Signs warning cyclists to slow down as they approach the intersection to Bellemans Church Road north of Leesport.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail DCNR sign welcoming users to the northern section of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south along the northern segment of the trail, which follows the long-abandoned canal (now just an overgrown ditch) from Bellemans Church Road to the north end of Leesport.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The northern segment of the Northern Berks County section of the trail starts at Bellemans Church Road, immediately west of Route 61.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Partly restored remains of the old canal lock south of Leesport.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Situated off the southern portion of the Northern Berks County section of the Schuylkill River Trail at Washington Road, this old canal lock has been restored and turned into a small park, with benches and flower gardens.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking north along the southern section at Washington Road. Taken Aug. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another pier from the dismantled bridge can be seen in the Schuylkill River, just east of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes an abutment to a long-dismantled bridge along the Schuylkill River south of Leesport.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking onto fields south of Leesport. Taken Aug. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing between woods and fields south of Leesport.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign explaining trail etiquette, taken south of Leesport.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The southern portion of the Northern Berks County section of trail passes through an undeveloped field east of Washington Street. More needs to be done to delineate the trail here.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail - Auburn section Leaf-covered bridge on the trail south of Auburn. Taken Oct. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail - Auburn section This is as far as you can go on the Auburn section of the trail for the time being. Issues of property ownership have thus far prevented the restoration of a nearby trestle over the Schuylkill River, resulting in a major gap in the greenway system.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail - Auburn section Old rock cut on the Auburn section.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail - Auburn section Located about 1/2 mile south of the Market Street bridge, these steps descend from the trail to a small picnic area on the river.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail - Auburn section View of the Schuylkill River from the Auburn section of the trail. Taken south of the Market Street Bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail - Auburn section Heading south into the woods from Market Street east of Auburn.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail - Auburn section Late afternoon sun shining over the Market St. bridge east of Auburn.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail - Auburn section The trail heads toward the Schuylkill River immediately south of Market Street.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail There are two ways to access the middle portion of the trail east of Auburn; the branch seen here passes beneath the Market St. bridge, but is too steep for wheelchairs or parents pushing baby strollers.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Although it passes through forest for most of its length, there is some open area along the trail southeast of Auburn.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Rock outcropping near Stony Creek.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Stony Creek, as seen from the bridge that carries the trail across it.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Access from the parking lot to the trail at the Stony Creek trailhead. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another gorgeous photo of the early fall sunset. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Forest near dusk, taken outside Port Clinton in Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The other part of the Bartram and Appalachian trail junction. After a very brief concurrency (just a couple hundred feet), the Appalachian trail turns right and descends to the Port Clinton rail yard and town.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another photo of the junction between the Bartram and Appalachian trails.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The trees have begun to shed their leaves. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Rock formation near the cut between Hamburg and Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Passing through the rock cut about halfway between Hamburg and Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail More sunset illumination in early fall. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another photo of the forest at dusk in early fall. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The setting sun illuminated the forests in the background. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail This odd-looking rock formation is located about halfway between Hamburg and Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail This rock cut is about halfway between Hamburg and Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Effects like the sun shining off the mountaintop in the distance are common sites along the trail at sunrise and sunset. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Cyclist near Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Vegetation-covered rock wall northwest of the junction with the Appalachian Trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Early fall sunset, as seen through the trees near Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Passing through the woods southeast of Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Rock formation, as seen from the south side.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Side view of the rock formation, as seen from the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another section of the rock formation.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another view of the rock formation off the trail southeast of Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail This sign explains how the rock formations southeast of Port Clinton originated.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Sheer rock formations off the trail southeast of Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Rhododendron-covered rock. Taken Sept. 2015 near Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Cyclists going for an evening ride near Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Rhododendrons hanging off the mountainside immediately west of the trail near Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Reading Northern train engine, seen in the Port Clinton rail yard. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Port Clinton rail yard, visible through the trees from the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Sun shining through the trees in early fall. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another of the unique, birdhouse-shaped mile markers that line the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Picnic table alongside the trail southeast of Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The station's retro architecture can be seen in this photo, taken through the trees from the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail View of the train station and Reading Northern RR, seen from the trail just south of Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail You might be surprised by the age of the train station off the trail in Port Clinton. This sign explains that while the station, which serves as the headquarters of the Reading Northern RR, looks old, it was actually built in 1992.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail This stone slab doubles as a bench at the rock formation southeast of Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail This rock formation can be seen off the trail southeast of Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The trail passes through forest for most of its length, providing a cool refuge from the summer heat.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Sign marking the junction with the Appalachian Trail outside Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail After a very brief concurrency, the Appalachian Trail diverges from the Bartram, veering west up the mountain.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Looking southeast down the wooded greenway at the junction with the Appalachian Trail outside Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Sign marking the junction between the Bartram and Appalachian trails outside Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Looking northwest along the Bartram from its junction with the much longer Appalachian Trail just outside Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Located at the junction of the Bartram and Appalachian trails, this sign gives the history of nearby Port Clinton as a transportation hub, first for the canal, then the railroads and now Route 61.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Bench at the junction of the Bartram and Appalachian trails outside Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Port Clinton rail yard, as seen from the junction of the Bartram and Appalachian trails. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Looking down the steep, stone 'stairway' that forms part of the Appalachian Trail and can be used to access the Bartram from the Port Clinton rail yard. The climb is tough, but worth it.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Part of the famous Appalachian Trail, this rock 'stairway' ascends the steep bank from the Port Clinton rail yard to the wider Bartram Trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail More rail cars at the yard next to the Port Clinton RR station. Taken Sept. 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The trail can be accessed from the train station parking lot in Port Clinton - just use caution when walking over the RR tracks and ascending the steep steps (actually part of the Appalachian Trail) to the main greenway.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schyulkill County November Schyulkill River Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Fall on the Schyulkill River Trail Late October bike ride
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Schuylkill River Trail Mile Marker Holiday Decoration Someone added holiday garland to the mile markers. Way cool.
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Schuylkill River Trail Holiday Trail Decorations It looks like some creative soul added holiday decorations to the mile markers and decoys along the trail. It was a pleasant surprise in addition to the record warm December day.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of the trail paralleling Route 422 immediately west of the Pawlings Road overpass.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This big holly tree is on the west end of Valley Forge National Historic Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cyclists enjoying an evening ride near the Pawlings Road overpass and trail junction. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the bell tower at St. Gabriel Hall, as seen from the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This footbridge is part of another multi-use trail that follows the Schuylkill River from Pawlings Road. The two trails parallel each other a short distance in Valley Forge National Historic Park and form a loop for use by hikers and cyclists.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Curving eastward toward Norristown in the Valley Forge National Historic Park. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Look closely, you can see an old building in the woods, possibly associated with the old canal that once followed the Schuylkill River.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A section of the trail in Valley Forge National Historic Park runs along the banks of the Schuylkill River; a multi-use trail that begins at the Pawlings Road bridge and extends east along the old canal towpath can be seen in the foreground.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign informs greenway users of an approaching trail junction in Valley Forge National Historic Park. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Trail crossroads in Valley Forge National Historic Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Hiking path branching off the multi-use Schuylkill River Trail in Valley Forge National Historic Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail There are also connections to numerous trails in Valley Forge National Park's internal network. This network will indirectly connect the trail to the Horseshoe and Brandywine hiking paths once a footbridge is built over the Schuylkill River.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cyclist passing under the powerlines in Valley Forge National Historic Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Lake Katherine marker No mistaking where you are at this visually pleasing rest stop.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Powerline and trail, side by side, in Valley Forge National Historic Park. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Crossing a powerline corridor in Valley Forge National Historic Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail 'Green tunnel' effect in Valley Forge National Historic Park. The area probably hasn't changed much since George Washington and his troops camped here.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Although most traces of the old RR have since disappeared, a few relics, like this old mile marker, remain.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Heading straight through the forest in Valley Forge National Historic Park. The surrounding suburbs seem far away here.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Entering the woods in Valley Forge National Historic Park. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail These folks clearly prefer a more laid back approach to cycling!
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cyclists enjoying an evening ride on the trail in Valley Forge National Historic Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail After entering Valley Forge National Historic Park, the trail veers away from Route 422 and the noise of motor vehicles gives way to the sounds of nature for a time. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail More scenic open space in Valley Forge National Historic Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Milepost in Valley Forge National Historic Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Wildflower meadows off the trail in Valley Forge National Historic Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cross-country skiing in midsummer?! This guy was riding back and forth on these along the trail in Valley Forge National Park on a warm, July evening.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the St. Gabriel Hall bell tower, with the wildflowers along the strip between the trail and Route 422 in the foreground. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign welcoming trail users to Valley Forge National Park; the trail skirts the northeast corner of the park. Although there are connections to the park's own trail network, most of the major sites are on the south bank of the river in Chester County.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Tower at St. Gabriel Hall, as seen from the trail near Valley Forge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The wildflowers give a rainbow of color to the strip separating the trail from Route 422 immediately southeast of the Pawlings Road overpass.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail More wildflowers between the trail and Route 422 on the stretch between Oaks and Valley Forge National Park. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the Pawlings Road overpass, which crosses both the trail and Route 422. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This small wetland is off the trail just south of Route 422 and west of Pawlings Road.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail I thought these poles, seen across Route 422 near St. Gabriel Hall, bear a resemblance to the crosses that Jesus and the two thieves were crucified on.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The should of an expressway may seem an unlikely spot to admire nature, but the wildflowers planted along the safety fence between Route 422 and the trail are very colorful in summer. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail After passing the junction with the Audubon Loop, the trail follows the south side of Route 422 for about a mile.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cyclists approaching the junction with the Audubon Loop southeast of Oaks. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Pocket park at the junction with the Audubon Loop; the small sign gives the distance to points further southeast on the Schuylkill River Trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Direction sign at the junction with the Audubon Loop. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail After crossing Perkiomen Creek, there is another trail junction; the Schuylkill River Trail continues to the left, while the right fork goes to the Pawlings Road trailhead and the Audubon Loop.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View northwest across the restored RR trestle in Oaks; the Schuylkill River Trail is on the right, Station Ave. on the left. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking south from the restored RR trestle in Oaks; the Perkiomen Creek can be seen across Station Ave., which shares the bridge with the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View north from the restored RR trestle over the Perkiomen Creek, with the Route 422 bridges in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view from the restored RR trestle in Oaks; the Perkiomen Trail heads north, paralleling the creek from which it was named on the right. The Route 422 bridges can be seen in the background. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the junction between the Schuylkill River and Perkiomen trails; the former comes up from the bottom of the pic, then takes a sharp left, while the latter heads straight north. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Bird's eye view of the junction between the Schuylkill River Trail, which curves from right to left, and the Perkiomen Trail, which heads north under the Route 422 bridges, as seen from the restored RR trestle in Oaks.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking southeast toward the restored RR bridge in Oaks. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Hairpin turn immediately northwest of the restored RR trestle in Oaks. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Nice to see the businesses in Oaks are promoting trail use.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Access from the trail to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and Oaks Martketplace. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center and Oaks Marketplace in Oaks. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This sign warns trail users about the sharp curve just ahead, at the northern approach to the refurbished trestle in Oaks.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Descending the slope from the access path to the Philadelphia Expo Center to the junction with the Perkiomen Trail. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another arch on the impressive, brick RR trestle, now restored for trail and road use in Oaks.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail After crossing under the trestle, the trail takes a sharp left at the junction with the Perkiomen Trail, then ascends this slope to the Philadelphia Expo Center, then curves back to the left and crosses on the trestle. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing under the restored RR bridge in Oaks.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Signs direct trail users at the junction with the Perkiomen Trail in Oaks. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cyclists descending the slope from the trestle, approaching the junction with the Perkiomen Trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail is very well-signed; this one is at the junction with the Perkiomen Trail in Oaks and points west toward Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign indicates that heading straight under the RR trestle leads west toward Montclair, Phoenixville and Spring City, while turning right up the incline and crossing on the trestle will take you into Philadelphia. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Junction with the Perkiomen Trail (seen in the foreground) in Oaks. The Schuylkill Trail curves to the right and ascends a gradual slope to cross the Perkiomen Creek on the restored RR trestle seen in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cyclist rounding the bend at the junction with the Perkiomen Trail in Oaks. Taken July 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail I'm watching you Schuylkill River Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail Auburn Short .8 mile Auburn section
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Schuylkill River Trail Auburn Short .8 mile Auburn section
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Schuylkill River Trail Auburn Short .8 mile Auburn section
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Schuylkill River Trail Auburn Short .8 mile Auburn section
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Landingville section
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Schuylkill River Trail Landingville section one lane bridge
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail beautiful early morning on trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail Stony Creek
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Schuylkill River Trail Valley Forge National Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail Landingville section
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Schuylkill River Trail Landingville section
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Schuylkill River Trail Landingville section
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Schuylkill River Trail Landingville section
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Schuylkill River Trail Bob and Rich
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Bartram Trail Section
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign marking the completion of the new segment of trail through Phoenixville's west side.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This telecommunications tower off Fillmore Street is a popular nesting site for birds.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Just east of Township Line Road and the Cromby trailhead. The smokestacks from the nearby Cromby power plant can be seen in the distance.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Township Line Road near Cromby. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Yard of a home off the trail near Fillmore Street in Phoenixville's west end. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Ascending the hill between Mowere Road and Fillmore Street.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Mowere Road crossing, with the new trailhead visible across the road.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing old loading platforms (?) on the old Phoenix Iron & Steelworks property.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing through the site of the old Phoenix Iron and Steelworks west of the Gay Street bridge. Believe it or not, these young woodlands were the site of a sprawling factory just over 30 years ago. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail New condos are being built east of Main St. as part of the latest phase to revitalize this section of Phoenixville. The section of trail that runs from here to the Schuylkill River crossing is closed until construction is finished. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Phoenixville foundry, one of the main landmarks along French Creek.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail No longer just a 'bridge to nowhere,' the Phoenix Column Bridge now carries the new segment of trail across French Creek into downtown Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west toward the Gay Street Bridge on the new segment of trail in Phoenixville, which begins at the old Phoenix Iron & Steelworks demonstration bridge and runs along the north bank of French Creek. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rounding the bend at the southeast end of the new segment through Phoenixville, which begins immediately north of the old Phoenix Iron & Steelworks demonstration bridge on French Creek. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Phoenixville's borough building can be seen through the trees on the north bank of French Creek. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This concrete formation on the north bank of French Creek in Phoenixville had something to do with the now long-gone Phoenix Iron & Steelworks.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail It's hard to believe that this was the site of the sprawling Phoenix Iron & Steelworks just 40 years ago. Operations ceased in 1976 and the plant was razed a decade later. Since then, nature has largely reclaimed the site, creating new open-space.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Situated immediately off the trail in Phoenixville, this abandoned RR bridge is one of the few remnants of the once-sprawling Phoenix Iron & Steelworks still visible. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This couple was taking their young children on a stroll near the old RR trestle in Phoenixville. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cyclist descending a gentle slope into the old Phoenix Iron & Steelworks property in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Heading through the woods on the west end of Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Branch path descending from the condo complex to the new trailhead off Mowere Road on Phoenixville's west end.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Condo complex connected to the trail by the branch path, seen in the foreground. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This branch path connects the trail to a condo complex on the west side of Phoenixville. It joins at the new trailhead off Mowere Road.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another photo of the new parking lot and trailhead of Mowere Road in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching a new trailhead of Mowere Road on the west side of Phoenixville. Hopefully, the empty space behind the new parking lot will be developed into a pocket park or small garden. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Lush woodlands on the west end of Phoenixville. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Bollards on the new portion of trail through Phoenixville's west end. Taken May 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking east from Township Line Road on the new portion of trail in Phoenixville. Taken on a hot, early summer day in 2015.
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Schuylkill River Trail Betzwood Movie Studio A little history along the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Parkerford to Spting City Return trip from Spring City to Parkerford. Take time to enjoy the views. Well worth it.
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Schuylkill River Trail Parkerford to Spring City Returning from Spring City to Parkerford
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Schuylkill River Trail Parkerford to Spring City Returning from Spring City to Parkerford. Picture taken in Spring City.
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Schuylkill River Trail Spring City Schuylkill River Trail at Bridge Street, Spring City
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Schuylkill River Trail New Boardwalk
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Banks Boardwa March 2015
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail gets heavy use as it gets closer to Philadelphia's Center City. This photo was taken in Conshohocken in Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Although this photo was taken on the Cross County Trail, the restored RR bridge that it passes under carries the Schuylkill River Trail through Conshohocken's north side. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The old railroad bridge, located on the north side of Conshohocken, now carries the trail over the Cross County Trail. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another picture of the different directional signs at the junction with the Cross County Trail in Conshohocken. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail One of the colorful direction signs that Montgomery County uses for its greenway network; this one directs westbound trail users to make a right turn at the junction with the Cross County Trail in Conshohocken. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The residents of these luxury condos in Conshohocken can travel southeast into Center City Philadelphia, northwest to Norristown and Phoenixville or northeast to Plymouth Meeting (via the Cross County Trail) without traveling on a single road.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail More graffiti on the walls of the Schuylkill River Flood Control canal in Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Graffiti on the walls of the flood control canal visible from the trail in Conshohocken.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail In addition to the modern condo complexes and office buildings, the trail has played a significant role in the revitalization of Conshohocken's downtown. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Condo complexes and office buildings dominate the skyline in downtown Conshohocken. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This cyclist was one of many trail users who were enjoying a sunny, late-summer day in Conshohocken in Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail It may look like a skate park, but this concrete landmark in Conshohocken is actually a mini version of the Los Angeles River; a flood control basin designed to contain overflow water from the nearby Schuylkill. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Junction of the Schuylkill River and Cross County trails in Conshohocken. The Schuylkill River Trail veers to the right, while the Cross County Trail goes straight ahead, passing under a restored railroad bridge. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Headed southeast, towards downtown Conshohocken. The trail transitions to an urban setting as it gets closer to Philadelphia. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Curves ahead! Taken in Conshohocken on a sunny, late summer day in Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail In Conshohocken, looking northwest toward Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign marking the trail in Conshohocken. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This couple, along with their dogs, were enjoying a late summer ride along the trail on their horse carriage. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Stenciled signs on the trail alert users to slow down at the crossing on Old Schuylkill Road near Parker Ford.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Pastoral land dominates the peninsula in the Schuylkill River that can be seen from the trail north of Spring City. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Late summer landscape on Spring City's north end. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Former railroad bridge converted to trail use on Spring City's north end. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail It's an interesting twist that a 'Stop, Look and Listen' sign, which are sometimes seen on at-grade railroad crossings, is now being used to urge trail users to be careful while crossing a road north of Spring City.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Current and former industrial facilities dominate the landscape on Spring City's north end.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Close-up of the old factory and smokestack on Spring City's north end. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The ruins of an abandoned factory can be seen through the trees immediately north of Spring City. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This smokestack, which was once part of a now-abandoned factory on Spring City's north end, is still a prominent landmark.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Trail users should watch for the curves around the poles that support a high-tension powerline that was constructed on the right-of-way after the railroad tracks were removed but before the greenway was constructed.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail More bucolic scenes north of Spring City. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Mile marker north of Spring City.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Wildflowers add color to this embankment north of Spring City.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This bridge carries a rural road over the trail north of Spring City. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This cyclist was also enjoying a day on the trail. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Horse and buggy on the trail between Parker Ford and Spring City.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail What is approaching? Turned out it was a family riding along the trail on a horse carriage. Taken on a warm, late summer day in Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the rock cuts between Parker Ford and Spring City.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the rock cuts on the 'big bend' between Parker Ford and Spring City. The sedimentary rock gives it a 'layer cake' appearance.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the rock cuts formed when the rail line was laid along the 'big bend' between Parker Ford and Spring City in northeast Chester County. The RR may now be gone, but trail users can enjoy the scenery. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The white line guides trail users through the paved area behind a municipal water or sewer station southeast of Parker Ford.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A retaining wall and fence protect trail users from any rocks or dirt that may fall off the old rock cuts between Parker Ford and Spring City. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Located southeast of Parker Ford, this municipal water or sewer station has an old, rustic look with the stone masonry.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail passes by some lush, wooded yards near Parker Ford. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Rounding the big bend north of Spring City.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Trail in a hazy, late summer afternoon southeast of Parker Ford. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Late summer stormclouds near Parker Ford. Look close, and you can see the steam plume from the Limerick nuclear plant mixed in. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking southeast from the Old Schuylkill Road crossing.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Trail rules posted on sign on the gate at the Old Schuylkill Road crossing just southeast of Parker Ford. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Old Schuylkill Road southeast of Parker Ford.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This stately home can be seen off the trail near Parker Ford. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail These barrels were stacked behind a business southeast of Parker Ford. The bright colors and pyramid-shaped stacks remind me of a modern art sculpture.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another photo of the beautiful skies seen from the trail on a late summer day in Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Late summer sky along the trail in Parker Ford. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Yard to a stately, old stone home in Parker Ford. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Although most of the trail is paved with crushed stone, some small segments, like this one in Parker Ford, are asphalt.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View of Route 724 from the trail bridge in Parker Ford.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail crosses this small stream in Parker Ford. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail currently ends in Parker Ford. Trail users currently have to follow busy Route 724 northwest to the Thun Trail in Pottstown. This gap should be closed soon.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking southeast from the current northwest terminus in Parker Ford. Route 724 can be seen to the right.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Current northwest terminus of the trail in Parker Ford. Route 724 is immediately to the west. Plans call for the trail to be extended to Pottstown in the near future. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Warren Russ Trestle, viewed from its northern approach. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Coal trains can often be seen running along the active rail line that parallels the trail for much of its length. This photo was taken just south of the Warren Trestle. Taken at dusk in Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Coal train passing on the active rail line below the Warren Trestle, probably traveling from mines near Pottsville to Reading, where the coal will loaded onto Norfolk Southern trains and shipped to New York City or Philadelphia.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Passing through a clearing south of Port Clinton. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Layered, sedimentary rock in the cut between Hamburg and Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The trail passes through this cut south of Port Clinton. Taken at dusk on a humid, late summer evening in Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Shaded picnic area along the trail south of Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Duck-shaped milepost between Hamburg and Port Clinton, along with a reminder that the pipeline corridor is not another trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Looking northeast from the trail down the pipeline right-of-way. A freight train can be seen in the distance. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The trail crosses this treeless corridor about halfway between Hamburg and Port Clinton. It's a pipeline right-of-way. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another view of the Route 61 underpass, which looks like it was put together in a 'Jenga' game.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail View of the underpass beneath Route 61 from the east side. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Approaching the Route 61 underpass between Hamburg and Port Clinton. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another photo of the vegetation rooted in the rocks on the side of the ravine near the Route 61 underpass. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Vegetation seems to have had no problem wrapping roots around these rocks on the side of a ravine north of Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Twilight descends on the trail near Route 61 north of Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The mile marker signs along the trail are some of the most unique I have seen; they resemble bird houses, animals and other nature themes. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Tree branches span the trail near Route 61.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Couple walking on the trail with their pet Golden Retrievers near the Warren Truss bridge on a balmy, late summer evening. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail After crossing the Warren Truss bridge, which spans an active freight line, the trail turns west toward Route 61 and Port Clinton. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail This sign informs trail users of a sad time in the history of the nearby Schuylkill River; in the late 19th and early 20th centuries the river was polluted with coal dust from mining operations upstream. Fortunately, it has since been cleaned up.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Sign interpreting the history of the Warren Truss Bridge, north of Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Old RR bridge between Kernsville Dam and Route 61. It crosses a parallel line that is still in use today. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Bench on the section north of the Kernsville Dam trailhead. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Looking down the wooded slope of the old railroad grade towards the Schuylkill River and Kernsville Dam.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Heading north along the old rail line toward Port Clinton. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Looking north along the trail from the Kernsville trailhead. Although it can't be seen here, this segment is a 'rail with trail' and the sign on the left warns users to stay off the adjacent, active rail line, located behind the trees. Taken Sept. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail After passing the Kernsville trailhead, the trail heads northwest toward Port Clinton and Auburn.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail After crossing the Hamburg trestle, the trail briefly takes a sharp turn along Industrial Drive, then veers back off into the woods, heading north toward Kernsville Dam.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Colorful tree on the east end of the pedestrian bridge in Hamburg. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another view of the pedestrian bridge that connects the trail to the Hamburg trestle. The main trail veers right, while the branch path continues straight into Hamburg Borough Park. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Bench next to the Geiger's Mill interpretive plaque near the trail's southern terminus in Hamburg. A signed route along local streets guides users to the Reading RR Museum. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Interpretation plaque in Hamburg explaining the history of Geiger's Mill, which was once located nearby. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Side view of the restored trestle that carries the trail across the Schuylkill River on the west end of Hamburg. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail After descending the wooden wheelchair ramp, the trail curves back to the banks of the Schuylkill River, where it intersects with the branch path to Hamburg Borough Park. The main trail then turns south toward State St. and downtown Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail This pedestrian bridge was constructed in Hamburg to replace the eastern end of the trestle, which had been demolished after the rail line was abandoned. The trail continues south, under the bridge, to State St.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Looking north on the branch path that connects the trail to Hamburg Borough Park. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Situated on the east end of the Hamburg trestle, this wooden wheelchair ramp allows handicap (and bicycle) access to the bridge, and is a very impressive structure in its own right.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail It's difficult to read, but this blue sign in Hamburg gives the history of the Pennsylvania RR, owners of the now-defunct rail line that the Schuylkill River Trail follows for most of its route. Taken Aug. 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Looking downstream from the Hamburg trestle. The State Street bridge can be seen in the distance. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another view from the Hamburg trestle.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Old, decrepit railings from the days of the railroad can still be seen on the sides of the Hamburg trestle. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail View of the old canal from the Hamburg trestle.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail View across the restored trestle in Hamburg. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Approaching the restored RR trestle on the west end of Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail After ascending a short incline, the trail crosses the Schuylkill River into downtown Hamburg. Northbound users should watch for the rock bollards.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Veering rightward, away from Industrial Dr. into the woods on Hamburg's west side. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Signs at Industrial Dr. on Hamburg's west end point the way north on the Bartram Trail toward Kernsville Dam and Port Clinton.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Sign at Industrial Dr. in Hamburg indicating the southern terminus of the Therman Maderia/Cabelas' Wetlands segment of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Leaving the woods and approaching Industrial Dr. on the west end of Hamburg. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Trail at twilight north of Hamburg. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Passing immediately under the I-78 bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Passing under the I-78 bridge over the Schuylkill River north of Hamburg. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Lush forests line the trail for most of its length.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Sun setting through the trees on a warm, late summer evening. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail In addition to the river on the left, remnants of an old canal can be seen to the right of the trail between Kernsville Dam and Hamburg. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Paralleling the Schuylkill River (left) southeast toward Hamburg. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Three generations of women (right to left; grandmother, daugther and granddaughter) and their dogs enjoy a stroll on the Therman Maderia/Cabelas' Wetlands segment north of Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Anyone know the origins of these mysterious metal ruins off the trail near Kernsville Dam? Did they have something to do with the canal or nearby desilting facility?
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Looping through the woods along the Schuylkill River south of Kernsville Dam.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The trail passes through environmentally sensitive areas near Kernsville Dam. Taken in the day, the darkness in this pic shows the density of the forest. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Family enjoying a bike ride on the Therman Maderia/Cabelas' Wetlands segment near Kernsville Dam. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Home for our feathered friends in the former desilting grounds, now wetlands, north of Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The Therman Maderia/Cabelas' Wetlands segment parallels Kernsville Dam Road to the east for about 1/2 mile north of Hamburg.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Entering the woods on the Therman Maderia/Cabelas' section near the Kernsville Dam. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail The former desilting basin, now reclaimed as a wetland and nature preserve.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Constructed with funding from Cabela's, which has a huge store nearby, the new segment of the trail from Kernsville Dam south into Hamburg is known as the 'Therman Madeira Switchback Trail.' Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail It's a little confusing, but the new extension of the trail into Hamburg initially heads north from the Kernsville Dam Trailhead, then loops around the old desilting basin, heading south toward town.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Located at the Kernsville Dam Trailhead, this stone monument commemorates the site's past use as a basin that removed coal silt from the Schuylkill River. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail This man was wrapping up a refreshing bike ride along the trail at the Kernsville Dam Trailhead on a late summer day. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Another late summer view of the majestic Blue Mountains from the Kernsville Dam Trailhead. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Bartram Trail Situated just north of Hamburg, the Kernsville Trailhead offers breathtaking views of the majestic Blue Mountains. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another view of the Douglassville trestle. This is the only bridge over the Schuylkill along the eastern segment (Birdsboro-Pottstown) of the trail. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The Douglassville trestle is stone-arched, similar to the ones at Poplar Neck in the Reading suburbs. The fourth trestle, near the Reading Area Community College, is steel.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The first of several mile-markers that appear to have been installed by Scouts along the trail from Grosstown Road into Pottstown's Riverfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail's surface is paved with crushed stone for most of its length in Berks County, but becomes asphalt upon entering Montgomery County. It takes on a suburban, then urban nature passing into Pottstown. This was taken at the Grosstown Road trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Three hot-air balloons could be seen soaring through the summer evening skies near Squirrel Hollow Road west of Pottstown. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail I saw these balloons passing over the trail west of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail View of the trestle west of Douglassville (one of 4 on the trail between Reading and Pottstown) from the bank of the Schuylkill. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking down the Schuylkill River while heading east across the Douglassville trestle on a warm, August afternoon.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Riding across the Douglassville trestle on a warm, late summer afternoon. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Cyclists riding east on the trail near the Douglassville trestle. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Meadow on the river's south bank near the easternmost of the four trestles along the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail After crossing the Schuylkill west of Douglassville, the trail crosses this meadow on the way towards Monocacy.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking east across the trestle near Douglassville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Approaching the south bank of the river, heading west toward Monocacy. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Trail crossing the old railroad trestle west of Douglassville; this is one of 4 bridges over the Schuylkill between Reading and Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Wide, but shallow Schuylkill River, as seen from the bridge near Douglassville in southeast Berks County.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Green banks of the Schuylkill. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another view of the Schuylkill River from the trestle west of Douglassville. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail View down the Schuylkill from the old railroad trestle west of Douglassville. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail In addition to the tunnel passing under the active rail line, a second one passes beneath the old one that now serves as the route for the trail. Though still passable, this one is now largely overgrown and not well-maintained.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Why was this old stairway built along the south entrance to the tunnel on the Douglassville connector path? Did passenger trains once stop here? Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Unlit tunnel on the path that passes under the Norfolk Southern RR line, connecting Douglassville to the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail is accessible from Douglassville via a connector path that passes under the active Norfolk Southern line via a low tunnel. Note that the path is dirt and undeveloped and the tunnel unlit.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Trailside home near Morlatton village in southeast Berks County.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Sign near Morlatton village encouraging people to use the trail to exercise and stay fit. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Ruins in Morlatton village. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Part of a colonial-era home in Morlatton village. Trail users are encouraged to stop and check out this historical site!
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Interpretive sign in front of the George Douglass house, one of several preserved Colonial-era dwellings in Morlatton village. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Morlatton village, in southeast Berks County.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another shot of the oldest European home in Berks County, located in Morlatton village.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Oldest documented European/American home constructed in Berks County at the beginning of the 18th century, located just off the trail in Morlatton village. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Passing under River Bridge Road, near Morlatton Village.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Passing under River Bridge Road. An active, Norfolk Southern rail line passes under the bridge behind the berm on the right. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Branch path connecting the trail to historic Morlatton village, the oldest documented European settlement in Berks County.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail passes behind historic Morlatton village a few miles west of Pottstown. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Rail and trail, side by side near Morlattan village.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Benches near Morlattan village.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another shot of the Route 422 overpass west of Pottstown. The Norfolk Southern rail line also passes through this underpass on the opposite side of the left abutment.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Passing under Route 422 near Morlattan Village. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking east from the Squirrel Hollow Road crossing in southeast Berks County. The Norfolk Southern rail line can be seen on the left. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail and Norfolk Southern RR cross Squirrel Hollow Road side-by-side.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Cyclist on the trail in southeast Berks County. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Near the Squirrel Hollow Road crossing in southeast Berks County. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Jogger enjoying a late-summer run on the trail near Morlattan village.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail This concrete culvert near the Berks/Montgomery County border is part of a nearby active Norfolk Southern freight line. The section of the trail near Morlattan Village is the second rail with trail concurrency.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Cyclist heading down the trail near Squirrel Hollow Road in southeast Berks County. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking east at the Berks/Montgomery County border. Taken August 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Signs explaining trail etiquette and reminding users not to stray into the surrounding woods due to the presence of a nearby shooting range.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail At the Berks/Montgomery County border, looking west.
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Schuylkill River Trail Trail over the water!
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Schuylkill River Trail Where the City Meets the River
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Schuylkill River Trail Boardwalk in the river
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Midsummer sunset along the trail immediately west of the Grosstown Road trailhead in Pottstown's suburbs. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The Grosstown Road trailhead is both the first headed west from Pottstown, and the first headed east into Montgomery County.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Grosstown Road crossing at dusk, with the nearby trailhead in the background. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking east from the Old Reading Pike crossing in Pottstown's western suburbs.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Trees give the illusion of a tunnel west of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Approaching Old Reading Pike west of Pottstown. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Shaded section near Old Reading Pike west of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Cyclist enjoying a summer evening ride on the Montgomery County portion of the trail. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Winding toward the crossing at Old Reading Pike west of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Jogger on the section outside Pottstown. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Where fences once threw up barriers, trails now blaze through. Taken in the old industrial areas west of Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Defunct industrial properties, now reverting to nature. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Although nature is slowly reclaiming these old industrial lots in northwest Montgomery County, the concrete foundations of the old buildings (?) are still clearly visible.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Sunny summer skies on the trail west of Pottstown. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Passing through former industrial properties, now reclaimed as open space, on northwest Montgomery County. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Paved trail west of Pottstown. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Trail in Pottstown's western suburbs.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Veterans memorial in Pottstown's Riverfront Park. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another view of the Pottstown riverfront.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Combination electrical and cell phone tower visible across the Schuylkill in Pottstown. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail These mile markers were posted on the Montgomery County portion of the trail. They appear to have been posted by Boy Scouts.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Family enjoying a day on the trail in Pottstown. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Winding through Pottstown's Riverfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another shot of the trail bridge over Maxatawny Creek. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Sign pointing the way in Pottstown's Riverfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Approaching the Route 100 bridge in Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail One of Montgomery County's artistic signs that it uses to mark its trail network. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Passing through open space on Pottstown's west end. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Passing under Route 100 in Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail After passing through Pottstown's Riverfront Park, the trail heads west, passing under Route 100.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Trailhead in Pottstown's Riverfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Family enjoying the trail in Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail is popular in the warm, summer months. These cyclists were photographed in Pottstown's Riverfront Park in July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking north along Maxatawny Creek toward the RR and College Ave. bridges. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Trail bridge over Maxatawny Creek in Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Cyclists heading through Pottstown's Riverfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Cyclists crossing Maxatawny Creek in Pottstown on a warm summer day. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The main trail veers left across Maxatawny Creek, while the right branch leads to College Ave. Taken in Pottstown's Rvierfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Banks of Maxatawny Creek in Pottstown. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Route 100 bridge, as seen from Riverfront Park in Pottstown. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another dog-lover enjoying the trail in Pottstown's Riverfront Park. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail These women and their dog were enjoying a summertime stroll in Pottstown's Riverfront Park. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Warm, summer day in Pottstown's Riverfront Park. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Tree-lined section in Pottstown's Riverfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Tranquil waters of the Schuylkill in Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Fishing in the Schuylkill River off the trail in Pottstown's Riverfront Park on a warm summer's day. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Sign welcoming trail users to Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking west down the trail in Pottstown's Riverfront Park. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Hanover St. Bridge, as seen from the trail in Pottstown. Taken July 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Kiosk in Pottstown's Riverfront Park, eastern terminus of the Thun segment of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Pavilion near the eastern terminus of the Thun segment of the Schuylkill River Trail, in Pottstown's Riverfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Couple calling it a day after spending time on the trail. Taken at the Gibraltar trailhead on a warm, early summer evening in June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Beginning of the on-road concurrency that connects the separate trail segments in Gibraltar and Bridsboro. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another photo of a passing freight train near Gibraltar. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Train cars rolling by west of Gibraltar.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Train buffs can enjoy several portions of the trail, including this section west of Gibraltar, where active rail lines run near or alongside the greenway.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Norfolk Southern engines rumble by west of Gibraltar.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Freight train approaching on the 'rail-with trail' section west of Gibraltar. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Front-yard landscaping enhances the trail's beauty in Seyfert.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Passing through industrial areas near Ridgewood. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Informative signs like these can be found at most trailheads. This one is just west of Ridgewood. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Old RR bridge, converted to trail use near Ridgewood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Final touches are being made to the newly rebuilt I-176 bridge west of Ridgewood. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Passing under the rebuilt I-176 bridge near Ridgewood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Old RR bridge now carries the trail across an active Norfolk Southern line west of Ridgewood. The newly rebuilt I-176 bridge can be seen in the background. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail passes near a stone quarry in Ridgewood, evidence of how industry and greenways can coexist. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Milepost in Ridgewood listing the distances to points west toward Reading. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking west past the solar farm in Ridgewood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Cyclist riding past the solar farm in Ridgewood. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another shot of the solar farm in Rdigewood, set against a picturesque, early summer sky. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Solar farm in Ridgewood. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Even as it enters the Reading suburbs near Ridgewood, the trail still features ample shade during the warm months of the year. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail View of a nearby hill from the trail in Ridgewood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail passes through an industrial area west of Route 724 in Ridgewood. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Crosswalk marking the trail alignment across busy Route 724 in Ridgewood, Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Sign urging users to stay in the crosswalk while passing through the dangerous Route 724 intersection in Ridgewood. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Sign on trail warning users of the dangerous crossing with Route 724 in Ridgewood. The trail crosses this busy road 3 (4 if you count the on-road concurrency) times between Reading and Pottstown, all of which are at-grade and potentially dangerous.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Steps lead down the bank from the trail to the creek, where users can view the impressive stonework of the old RR bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The impressive masonry and stonework on the old RR bridge are visible at the bottom of the steps that lead off the trail east of Ridgewood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail These stairs lead down from the trail to the stream below the bridge east of Ridgewood. Here, users can get a good look at the impressive masonry on this century-old RR bridge. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Bridge over an unnamed stream east of Ridgewood. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Was this square concrete pad once the base for a signal tower or RR sign? Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail What is the significance of this strange, cube-shaped rock on the trail between Ridgewood and Seyfert. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail More lush forest landscapes between Seyfert and Ridgewood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Sun shining through the trees between Seyfert and Ridgewood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Milepost between Ridgewood and Seyfert.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Forest bathed in the green of early summer. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Shady canopy greets trail users in the woods west of Seyfert. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Hey my childhood fishing hole! Thinking about the 'old' days!
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Schuylkill River Trail Switzerland Travel Bug! Geocaching on the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Fall Birthday Ride Nice day to ride a trail!
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Entering the woods west of Seyfert. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Early summer blossoms off the trail in Seyfert. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another view of the town of Seyfert, taken in early summer.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Panoramic view of the town of Seyfert, east of Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Signal tower on the 'rail with trail' segment near Seyfert. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Paved portion on the 'rail with trail' concurrency near Seyfert.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The 'rail with trail' segment passes behind a church camp in Seyfert. The sign on the tree says 'Jesus Loves Railroad Workers.'
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Cyclist on the 'rail with trail' segment between Gibraltar and Seyfert. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Azure summer skies in Seyfert. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Father and daughter running along the trail west of Gibraltar.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Continuing west on the 'rail with trail' between Gibraltar and Seyfert.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Was this someone's idea of a joke? A water bottle was placed next to a fire hydrant along the trail west of Gibraltar. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another panoramic view of the early summer sky in the powerline corridor west of Gibraltar. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail A break in the forest on this powerline corridor west of Gibraltar provided some great views of the early summer sky. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Rail and trail rounding a bend west of Gibraltar.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Fire hydrant along the trail west of Gibraltar. possibly for extinguishing wildfires. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Located immediately west of the twin overpasses across Route 568 in Gibraltar, this 'W' sign reminds engineers to low their whistle as they pass.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail A safety fence separates the active, Norfolk Southern rail line from the trail west of Gibraltar. This segment, along with a second one further east near Pottstown, demonstrate how trails can safely exist alongside active rail lines. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Another shot of the RR and trail overpasses across Route 568 in Gibraltar. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The rail and trail overpasses, side by side, across Route 568 in Gibraltar. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The overpass for the active, Norfolk Southern freight line that parallels the trail between Gibraltar and Seyfert is located directly north of the restored overpass across Route 568. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking south down Route 568 from the restored RR bridge in Gibraltar.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Sign giving credit for the rehabilitation of an old RR overpass for trail use in Gibraltar.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail View south from the trail in Gibraltar. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Passing behind buildings along one of two 'rail with trail' segments; this is the western one in Gibraltar.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Trailhead near the athletic fields in Birdsboro. The on-road segment begins here and continues west to Gibraltar. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Winding through the woods near the old Armorcast factory in Birdsboro. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Summer gloaming; taken at dusk near Monocacy in June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail One of several crossings at Route 724; this one is in the hamlet of Monocacy.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking north toward the Union Twp. Recreation Area in Monocacy.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Dusk in early summer. Taken on the trail east of Birdsboro in June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Full view of the most dangerous crossing on the trail; located about a mile east of Monocacy, the trail steeply slopes down to the busy road, with bollards on either side. Cyclists should heed signs warning them to dismount. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking down on the cars speeding by on Route 724 near the risky crossing east of Monocacy.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Approaching the steep slopes on either side of the Route 724 crossing east of Monocacy. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The sun still had not set at 8 p.m. in early summer, allowing long hikes on the trail after work on Fri. evenings.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The 'green tunnel' canopy effect is common on the wooded sections of the trail east of Birdsboro.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Runner enjoying the lush woodlands that line the trail for most of the stretch between Birdsboro and Pottstown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail This old farmhouse could be seen through the trees near Monocacy. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Sign reminding users of trail etiquette.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail This cyclist was taking a much-needed rest after descending and ascending the steep slopes on either side of Route 724 east of Monocacy. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail After crossing busy Route 724, another steep slope awaits on the east side.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Looking west, up the steep slope from the Route 724 crossing. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Descending the dangerous slope to Route 724. The steep grade, bollards at the bottom and busy road beyond all make this one of the trickiest sections of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Approaching the steep slope that descends to Route 724. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Trail users should use care on the steep slopes located on either side of the Route 724 crossing (itself tricky to negotiate, with many fast-moving vehicles) southeast of Monocacy. A bridge would make things a lot safer.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Bridge over the colorfully named Six Penny Creek, southeast of Monocacy. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Sunlight filtering through the trees southeast of Monocacy on a warm, early summer evening. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Winding through the woods southeast of Monocacy.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail After making another crossing of Route 724 in Monocacy, the trail continues east, reentering the woods.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail turns abruptly to the south at the parking lot for the Union Twp. Recreation Area. Trail users heading east toward Pottstown should be careful to make this turn and not continue straight on the path that circles the park's perimeter.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The parking lot for the Union Twp. Recreation Area doubles as a state-of-the-art trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Straight path through the Union Twp. Recreation Area. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail This algae-covered, swampy ditch is all that remains of the old Schuylkill River Canal in the Union Twp. Recreation Area.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail View north into the Union Twp. Recreation Area. The mountain in the distance reminds me of a pyramid left by some long-lost civilization. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail East of Birdsboro, the trail forms part of a walking path that encircles the Union Twp. Recreation Area. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail This bridge forms the southern boundary of the Union Twp. Recreation Area. It crosses the remnants of the old Schuylkill Canal, now just a swampy ditch.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Shed snakeskin along the trail near the Union Twp. Recreation Area. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Winding into the woods, approaching the Union Twp. Recreation Area.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail After passing behind residential neighborhoods on Birdsboro's east end, the trail veers north into the Union Twp. Recreation Area. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail More backyards in east Birdsboro. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail This is not a giant clothespole! It's an old telegraph pole left over from the days when this corridor, in Birdsboro, was an active RR. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Landscaped yard in northeast Birdsboro.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The occupants of a home on the east end of Birdsboro appreciate the great asset that the trail provides them; they have installed this stairway to provide access from their backyard.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail The trail passes behind several homes on Birdsboro's east end, but is shielded by trees.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Couple enjoying the long summer evenings with their dog on the trail in Birdsboro. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail More woodland pics in Birdsboro. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Trail curving through the woods in Birdsboro. Lush trees line long segments of the trail, providing welcome shade from the hot summer sun. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Old smokestacks seen through the trees in the woods in Birdsboro. Taken on a warm summer day in June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail Smokestacks from the now-defunct Armorcast factory testify to the region's industrial past in Birdsboro. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail Thun Trail After a roughly 3-mile on-road concurrency east of Gibraltar, the trail resumes in back of the athletic fields in Birdsboro. The smokestacks from the old Armorcast plant can still be seen in the distance. Taken June 2014.
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Schuylkill River Trail at pottstown at pottstown, halfway done, now back to brentwood
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Schuylkill River Trail Falls You can ride over the bridge to the other side and ride the road on Sat. and Sun April-October since they close the road to cars from 9-12 from this point back to the Art Museum.
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Schuylkill River Trail Last Saturday of the Month A get together on the trail and surrounding area of a group of us from Pennsylvania, Delaware, and one person from Ohio. Great places to ride.
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Schuylkill River Trail Museum of Art
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Schuylkill River Trail Fountain in circle at museum There are several monuments in the park in the circle that is in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
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Schuylkill River Trail Rodin Museum Make sure to go up to street level at the museum and check out all the sites around the area. There are wide enough sidewalks to get around without being in traffic. Rodin Museum is to the left as the Philadelphia Museum is behind you.
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Schuylkill River Trail The Thinker Make sure to go up to street level at the museum and check out all the sites around the area. There are wide enough sidewalks to get around without being in traffic.The Thinker is in front of the Rodin Museum
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Schuylkill River Trail Rocky Statue Make sure to go up to street level at the museum and check out all the sites around the area. There are wide enough sidewalks to get around without being in traffic.
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Schuylkill River Trail Summer time Putt Putt Golf On the sidewalk by the train station you can play putt putt golf, a nice side trip from the trail!
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Schuylkill River Trail Memorial of 9/11 Memorial for people from Philadelphia who lost their lives on September 11th 2001.
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Schuylkill River Trail Monument for Rowers
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Schuylkill River Trail Fun for the whole family
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Schuylkill River Trail Great views of downtown Trail users enjoy the sights and sounds of city life, industrial history, and an active lifestyle at downtown's doorstep
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Schuylkill River Trail Rail-with-Trail in Philly Walkers and Bikers enjoy the Schuylkill River Trail with the banks of the river on one side, and an active rail line on the other
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Schuylkill River Trail Warren Truss Bridge This Warren truss bridge welcomes riders about a mile from the Hamburg-area trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail walking the trail My 3-year-old nephew enjoyed walking on the Thun Trail on 10/16/11. This is the section between the Brentwood Trailhead and Angstadt Road.
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Schuylkill River Trail Kayakers as seen from trail We were enjoying our hike along the Thun Trail section of the Schuylkill River Trail on 10/16/11 when we saw a group of kayakers on the river. What perfect timing!
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Schuylkill River Trail Winter colors Colorful nature along the Thun Trail between Birdsboro and Pottstown
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Schuylkill River Trail Cromby Trailhead in Autumn What the trailhead going northwest looks like on a beautiful Autumn day. Taken on 29 Oct. 2013. For those who have not ridden it, the surface is packed gravel which wider tires are best suited for. Not a good idea to ride it during inclement weather.
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Schuylkill River Trail Turtles on Log Turtles are almost always on the log at the corner of the Perkiomen creek and the Schuylkill sunning themselves first thing in the morning.I've seen 3 turtles and 6 ducks there on the log.
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Schuylkill River Trail Philly bridge South of the Museum of Art.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Footpath trail junction with Route 29 at the bridge over the river between Mont Clare and Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Route 29 in Mont Clare along the canal footpath. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Footpath section of the trail along the canal towpath in Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Railroad trestle near Oaks.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Passing under the railroad trestle near Oaks.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cycling along the trail near Oaks.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Although most of southeast Pennsylvania is now covered in urban or suburban sprawl, there are still a few open spaces, like this field near Oaks. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Summertime shot of the Schuylkill River-taken near Oaks.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Footbridge between Port Providence and Oaks. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail is paved southeast of Port Providence, making this section very popular.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking across the river on a warm summers' day. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Going through the woods southeast of Port Providence.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sewer drain along the trail southeast of Port Providence.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Winding southeast from the Port Providence trailhead toward the river. Taken on an early summer day in June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign at the Port Providence Trailhead, the northwest terminus of the multi-use portion that runs from Valley Forge down to Philadelphia.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Beginning of the footpath that continues the trail along the old canal towpath to Mont Clare. Cyclists must use a signed, on-road concurrency that parallels this section.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Start of the multi-use section of the part of the trail that extends from Port Providence southeast to Philadelphia. Hikers can continue northwest on a footpath that follows the old canal towpath to Mont Clare.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Bridge Street in Spring City. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west on Bridge Street from the trail crossing in Spring City. The Burger King is a great place to rest and eat lunch.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The crossing at Bridge Street is equipped with cutting-edge signals that warn traffic when hikers or cyclists are crossing.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking northwest along the trail from the Bridge Street crossing in Spring City. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Trail crossing at Bridge Street in Spring City.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching Bridge Street in Spring City. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Flowers on the side of the foundry, just off the completed section of the trail in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail View from the sculpture garden toward the Gay Street bridge in Phoenixville on a warm, early summer day in June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking from the sculpture garden out toward the trail and woods along French Creek in Phoenixville Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail More columns in the sculpture garden/plaza outside the foundry along the trail in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail This Asian-influenced gate marks the entrance between the sculpture garden and trail outside the Phoenixville foundry.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Bricks commemorating the workers of Phoenix Steel can be seen in the plaza outside the foundry.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Iron columns (symbolizing the old Phoenix Column Co.?)in the plaza and sculpture garden outside the foundry.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Interpretive plaque at the sculpture garden outside the foundry.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west on the completed portion of the trail in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another example of the renewal of Phoenixville's waterfront area, this modern office building is between the east end of the borough's completed portion of the trail and the Bridge Street crossing over the Schuylkill.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Interpretive plaque at the sculpture garden outside the foundry in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Near the Bridge Street crossing at the east end of Phoenixville. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Historical building at the trail's eastern terminus near the Bridge Street crossing in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Phoenixville skyline.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Once the site of heavy industry, much of the land along French Creek in Phoenixville has been reclaimed as wooded open space, perfect for passive recreation.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Winding through the wooded area along French Creek east of Main Street in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west from the Main Street intersection toward the foundry museum and sculpture park in Phoenixville. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking east across the Main Street intersection in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking upstream on French Creek from the Phoenix Column Bridge. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Large cog wheel in the sculpture park outside the Phoenixville foundry.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Restored entrance to the foundry museum.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The old foundry, now restored as a museum.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail On the Phoenix Column Bridge, which crosses French Creek.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Plaque displaying a photo of the Phoenix Column Bridge in its original setting. The steel plant is now long-gone.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Historic Phoenix Column Bridge. This truss bridge was originally constructed by the Phoenix Steel Company as a demonstration of finished product. It was restored in 2002 and is today located directly off the trail just east of the Gay Street Bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Superstructure of the Gay Street Bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign giving history of Phoenixville's Gay Street bridge. Photos in the sign depict the original bridge, which was razed in 2008.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Commemorative monument beneath the Gay Street bridge, with interpretive signage in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Interesting sign on a tree along French Creek in Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking southeast toward the new Gay Street bridge in Phoenixville. Taken on a hot, early summer day in June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign pointing the way to the Phoenixville Farmers' Market. The new borough building can be seen in the background. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Short, completed portion of the trail along the Phoenixville water front, following French Creek. The gap through the western part of town has not yet been closed.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the Gay Street Bridge (rebuilt in 2008) in downtown Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Spiderweb of electrical wires and transformers at the Cromby Power Station. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail End of the line at the Cromby Power Plant.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Bend near the Cromby Power Plant.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail separates the utility infrastructure at the Cromby Power Plant from farmers' fields on the other side. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Winding southeast toward Phoenixville.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the pumping station at Cromby.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Another view of the Cromby Power Plant. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Oil pipeline pumping station, which provides fuel to the Cromby Power Plant.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Powerlines crisscross the countryside near Cromby.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Brief 'rail with trail' section on the south side of the Cromby Power Plant. The trail veers west around the power plant.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The spur line that serves the Cromby Power Station is all that remains of the rail line that once used the route currently occupied by the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Powerlines next to the Cromby Power Station serve as an example of the numerous utility infrastructures visible on this portion of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking down on Spring City Road from high embankment near Cromby.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cool shade provides relief from the summer heat near Cromby.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the Cromby Power Station from the southeast. Taken on a hot, early summer day in June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Sign just west of the Cromby Trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Looking west at the Cromby Trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Approaching the Cromby Trailhead. Trail users must detour through local streets until the gap between here and the new Phoenixville borough building is completed. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Cromby Trailhead, just northwest of Phoenixville. A roughly 2-mile gap through the west side of Phoenixville begins here. Taken June 2013.
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Schuylkill River Trail Lots of great sights Always take your camera
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Schuylkill River Trail Ride from Oaks to Philly Sight along the way
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Schuylkill River Trail enjoying the ride
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Schuylkill River Trail azalea garden, Fairmount Park Commission
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Schuylkill River Trail at the art museum
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Schuylkill River Trail happy ending
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Schuylkill River Trail nice view
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Schuylkill River Trail heading toward center city
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Schuylkill River Trail near East Falls trailhead
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Schuylkill River Trail train near East Falls trailhead
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Schuylkill River Trail Betzwood Entrance to Trail Betzwood Entrance to Trail at Valley Forge Park
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Schuylkill River Trail Entering Norristown from Valley Forge Entering Norristown from Valley Forge
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Schuylkill River Trail SchuylkillTrail Schuylkill River Trail, Philadelphia
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Schuylkill River Trail New Years Eve ride. New Year's Eve ride. I needed to get one more ride in before 13. It's beautiful in the snow. The only down side horses tore up the trail in some sections and that made for a rough ride.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking east from the crossing at Angstadt Lane.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Sign and map at the Angstadt Lane Trailhead, east of I-176.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Quarry near the Angstadt Trailhead, east of I-176.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking west across the bridge over the Norfolk Southern Railroad tracks, with the I-176 bridge in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Another old railroad bridge converted to trail use, this one is over an active Norfolk Southern freight line and is just east of I-176.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Construction on I-176 bridge over the trail and nearby active Norfolk Southern rail line, December 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Be careful of construction around the I-176 bridge, which is being replaced. Construction is ongoing, and the trail may be closed at times. Taken December 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail These rocks are moss-covered.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Rock outcropping near the Route 422/I-176 junction.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The trail again threads a narrow route between the Route 422 Expressway (through the pines on the right) and the abandoned landfill. Surprisingly, this section is pretty serene.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Cyclist descending the slope on the west side of an abandoned landfill that sits off the trail near the Route 422/I-176 junction.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail If you look through the tree branches, you can see part of an old bridge pier on the east end of the Poplar Neck trestle. Was this part of an earlier trestle that has since been dismantled?
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking across the trestle on the east side of Poplar Neck, taken in December 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The Genon Plant, as seen from the trestle on the east side of Poplar Neck.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The western section of the trail, from Reading to Gibraltar, presents some interesting contrasts of nature and industry, coexisting side by side. The Genon Plant on Poplar Neck can be seen in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking south from the bridge over the active freight lines near the Genon Plant (which can be seen on the left) on the east side of Poplar Neck.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Freight train passing under the trail and Route 422 on the east side of Poplar Neck, near the Genon Power Plant.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Hiker on the section across Poplar Neck. Taken December 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Freight train crossing the river just south of the Brentwood trestle. Taken on an unusually warm day in December 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Great day on the trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Fall ride
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Schuylkill River Trail Fall ride
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Schuylkill River Trail Great fall ride with my wife
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Schuylkill River Trail Nice fall ride
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Majestic concrete arches on the trestle that carries the trail across the Schuylkill River between Brentwood and Poplar Neck. The Angelica Creek Trail passes under the trestle and continues southwest toward Alvernia University and Kenhorst.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The trestle that carries the trail across the Schuylkill River from Brentwood to Poplar Neck was built a century ago, yet is still standing strong today. This is a tribute to top-notch engineering.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Cyclist crossing the trestle on the west side of Poplar Neck.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The Energen Power Plant can be seen through the trees on Poplar Neck.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking northwest down the trail from the Poplar Neck Road crossing.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Crossing at Poplar Neck Road.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Sign alerts users that they are approaching the intersection to Poplar Neck Road, situated about halfway across the peninsula southeast of Brentwood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Substation next to the Energen Power Plant at Poplar Neck.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Students from nearby Alvernia University going for an evening run on the trail near Poplar Neck, taken October 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Electrical towers and poles are a common site on the trail near the Energen Power Plant at Poplar Neck, southeast of Brentwood. Taken on an autumn evening in October 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking west across the concrete arch trestle at Poplar Neck.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail After crossing the concrete arch trestle, the trail heads directly southeast onto Poplar Neck.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Another view of the trestle that carries the active, Norfolk Southern rail line across the west shore of Poplar Neck. Photo taken from the trestle that carries the Thun Trail across the river southeast of Brentwood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking east from the trestle toward the west shore of Poplar Neck. The Energen power plant can be seen in the distance to the right.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The trestle at the west end of Poplar Neck is a different style than the one further northwest between Reading and West Reading. Instead of high, iron walls, this trestle is concrete, with metal bars on the side.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Another pic of the Route 422 Expressway bridge, with the Schuylkill River reflecting below.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail View south from the trestle at the west side of Poplar Neck toward the active Norfolk Southern trestle. The Angelica Trail can be seen to the right of the river.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail View north, from the western trestle at Poplar Neck to the Route 422 expressway bridge, with Neversink Mountain in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The trestle across the western side of Poplar Neck closely parallels the Route 422 expressway bridge to the north and an active railroad trestle to the south. This pic looks north to the Route 422 bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Western approach to the first of two trestles that carry the trail across the Schuylkill on either side of Poplar Neck, southeast of Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail A fork in the trail. The Thun Trail bears right, approaching the trestle, while the Angelica Trail veers left, descending a slope, then passing under the trestle.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail View of the UGI facility in South Reading. The gas company has pipelines running under the trail and has 'adopted' this section.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Look close, and you can see a squirrel hanging one the side of a tree in this pic. Taken in South Reading on a fall day in October 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Pines and blue spruces line the trail in Brentwood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Westbound mile marker/direction sign in Brentwood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Map of the trail, and the entire Schuylkill River system, at the Brentwood Trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Rustic-looking wooden bench at the Brentwood Trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Sign along Route 10 designating the Brentwood Trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Heading west from the Brentwood Trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Approaching the trailhead in Brentwood. This one is much larger and better developed than the one off Old Wyomissing Road.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Brentwood skyline.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking southwest, toward the hills past the city, in Brentwood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Once in Brentwood, the trail passes through open, grassy space. Is this an undeveloped park?
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Approaching the woods on the west end of Brentwood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Fall foliage can clearly be seen on this section west of Brentwood. Taken October 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Although most of the trail is level, there are some sections with sudden dips or slopes, like this one in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Row of homes visible from the trail in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Heading through South Reading toward Brentwood.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Another view of the private park from the trail in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail I'm not sure what the grounds with the pavilions are used for. It looks like a park, but there is no access from the trail and signs on the fence to the left explicitly read 'No Tresspassing.' This is in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Threading a path between fences in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The surface turns from crushed stone back to asphalt behind the UGI gas company in South Reading. This one of many such changes on the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking northwest on the trail in South Reading, with Route 422 to the right.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Majestic Neversink Mountain rises in the background, while evening rush-hour traffic crawls along on Route 422.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Rounding a bend in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Small ruin (possibly a phone shed for railroad workers?) southeast of Route 10 in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Going back into the woods southeast of the cemetery and bridge over Lancaster Ave.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The old dynamite shed, with the West Shore Bypass (Route 422) in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Although at least two graves were exhumed and relocated when Route 422 was built, some may still be under the highway. Disturbing.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The last reduction in the cemetery's size took place in 1963, when the West Shore Bypass (Route 422) was built in the north side.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The railroad, whose right-of-way now forms the Thun Trail, eliminated some of the space on the cemetery's south side.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail History of the small, old dynamite shed on the cemetery's east side.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The following pics describe how the cemetery shrunk over the years...
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail This interpretive sign reveals how drastically the cemetery shrunk over time due to the encroachment of transportation systems. I was also surprised to find out that the brick building on the cemetery's east side was originally a dynamite shed.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Another view of the remaining headstones in the South Reading cemetery. I don't know why some are fenced in and some aren't.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The Route 422 Expressway is immediately northeast of the tiny cemetery. According to interpretive signage on the trail, some bodies may not have been relocated and could still be entombed under the highway.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail This small cemetery, situated just south of the bridge over Lancaster Ave., used to be much larger, but was squeezed over time, first by the canal, then the railroads and finally, the Route 422 Expressway, until it was reduced to its current size.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail You can't really see it here, but the sign in front of the small building in the middle indicates that it is a Romanian Pentecostal Church, highlighting the religious and ethnic diversity of South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail After crossing Lancaster Ave., the trail continues southeast, paralleling the Route 422 Expressway, just beyond the trees on the left, and Route 10 (Morgantown Road), seen on the right.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Sign crediting the organizations and government bodies that helped fund the bridge over Lancaster Ave. in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail View from the trail bridge in South Reading of Route 422, which parallels the trail for much of its length in Reading and its suburbs. Although a barrier of vegetation blocks some of the noise, you can always tell there is a major highway nearby.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail View across the trailbridge, which includes safety fencing aimed at preventing people from dropping objects onto the street below, committing suicide, or marking the sides with graffiti.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail View south along Lancaster Ave. from the trail bridge in South Reading. Taken October 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Approaching the trail bridge across Lancaster Ave. in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking across Pennsylvania Ave. into Schlegal Park in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Branch trail leading to Schlegal Park in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Mile marker/direction sign westbound at the entrance to Schlegal Park in South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The section between Old Wyomissing Road and South Reading is a straight line.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Cycling on the section between Old Wyomissing Road and South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Side view of the trestle that carries the trail across the Schuylkill River between Reading and West Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Here you can see how the west end of the trestle passes under the Route 422 viaduct. A spur trail into West Reading also passes under the trestle.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The northwesternmost (for now) segment of the trail along the Reading riverfront features several benches, including this one with a panoramic view of the river and Penn Street bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Library at the Reading Community College.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Interpretive sign noting that the original river crossing at the site of what became Reading was a modest ford.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The detail on the bridge mural is awesome. Rowers are depicted in the old canal.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Ultramodern buildings on the Reading Community College campus. Taken September 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail A better view of the mural on the east side of the bridge, showing kids pointing to scenes from the city's history.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Another portion of the mural, showing a girl pointing to a riverboat from the canal days.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Ultramodern buildings on the Reading Community College.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail This sign explains the murals on either side of the relocated bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Another section of the bridge mural; this one shows a kid with modern clothing and hairstyle looking back (in time?) at the canal that once ran along the Schuylkill River. Taken on a gorgeous, early fall day in September 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail A section of one of the murals that have been painted on the sides of the relocated bridge. This part depicts a smiling child and trail users.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Another feature on the Reading Community College Campus is the Meditation Garden, which is accessible by a small path that branches from the trail. Take a moment to relax and enjoy nature.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Continuing northeast on the old railroad grade toward the Reading Community College.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Fork in the trail. The Thun Trail continues straight toward the bridge over the Schuylkill River, while the Neversink Trail veers left and runs down the east bank of the river through Reading's Riverfront Park.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Map of the Reading area's trail system.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail View southwest across the trestle, toward West Reading and Wyomissing. The Route 422 viaduct can be seen in the background.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking northeast across the old railroad trestle that has been renovated for trail use and provides a non-motorized link across the Schuylkill River to Reading proper. Taken on a sunny, early fall day in September 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Approaching the Route 422 viaduct.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail After crossing Wyomissing Creek, the trail turns northeast alongside an industrial property, then passes under the Route 422 viaduct, seen in the distance.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Craig Bridge across Wyomissing Creek along the section of the trail between Old Wyomissing Road and the Schuylkill River. Unfortunately, there is a lot of graffiti in this area, and a kiosk explaining the history of this bridge has been badly vandalized.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking southeast on the trail from Old Wyomissing Road. These cyclists are heading toward South Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail View of the Schuylkill River from the trail just east of the Penn Ave. bridge in downtown Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The man leading his dogs east down the trail in Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Historical plaque giving a history of the Schuylkill River and its role as a major transit route in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail One of the dogs was enjoying a rest in the grass between the trail and parking lot in downtown Reading.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking east toward the Penn Ave. bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail The trail currently ends just north of here. Eventually, it will continue all the way to Pottsville, and the Union Canal Trail may provide a link to Lebanon and the Harrisburg area.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Another pic of one of the dogs!
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail This man brought his two giant Pyrenees dogs for a walk near the northern terminus at the Penn Ave. bridge. Taken August 2012.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Penn Street Bridge in downtown Reading. This is the northern terminus of the trail for now.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail Looking west from the crossing at Old River Road. This is the beginning of the 'rail with trail' portion of the trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail This is a better pic of the intersection at Old River Road. Please use this with the caption from the other one!
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Thun Trail There is a nice trailhead off Old River Road. Trail users frequently stop at a nearby Turkey Hill for drinks, food and to use facilities.
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Schuylkill River Trail Water Works Water Works Restaurant and Philly Art Museum
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail--Bartram section Landingville
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Bike Trail Between Betzwood and Phoenixville
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Phoenixville to Pottstown After veering away from the power plant, the trail passes on the edge of farmers' fields before coming to the Cromby trailhead.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Phoenixville to Pottstown View of the Cromby Power Plant and the river beyond, taken Aug. 2011.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Phoenixville to Pottstown The trail suddenly veers right just before the Cromby Power Plant. Signs alert cyclists (and other users) of this abrupt turn.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Phoenixville to Pottstown Looking through the fence at the rail siding, just north of the Cromby Power Plant
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Phoenixville to Pottstown The trail passes an active rail siding that services the Cromby Power Plant. The tracks are located just beyond the fence on the left side of the photo.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Phoenixville to Pottstown Two cyclists checking out the new section of trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Phoenixville to Pottstown South of Spring City, approaching the Cromby Power Plant. Various utility infrastructures can be seen on this portion of the trail, including several power lines, oil and gas pipelines and a sewage treatment plant.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Phoenixville to Pottstown This was a creative adaptation of a former double-tracked railroad bridge for trail use; the trail briefly divides into two lanes, each using different sides of the bridge.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Phoenixville to Pottstown View of Spring City from the trail. Hopefully, the trail will help revitalize the town's riverfront area.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail - Phoenixville to Pottstown Looking south along the trail from Bridge St., Spring City
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Schuylkill River Trail Portal to Reading Wyomissing Trailhead toward Reading with lighting
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Schuylkill River Trail Old RR Bridge Closed bridge at 6 mile marker.
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Schuylkill River Trail trail at monacy/724 crossing
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Schuylkill River Trail crossing the trail at monacy and 724
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Schuylkill River Trail On the Trail towards Birsaboro
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Schuylkill River Trail near queen city on thun trail
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Schuylkill River Trail near monocacy thru the trees
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Schuylkill River Trail Entering the City What a beautiful sight
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Schuylkill River Trail thune trail berks county along the way
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Schuylkill River Trail Along the canal
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Schuylkill River Trail Norristown Trailhead
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Schuylkill River Trail Picnic Table Bartam Trail Section Picnic Table slightly north of Port Clinton on Bartam Trail
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Schuylkill River Trail Stony Creek Access Point Bartum Trail Access Point Stony Creek Auburn PA
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Schuylkill River Trail Stony Creek Bridge A view from the Stony Creek Bridge
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Schuylkill River Trail Stony Creek Stony Creek Trail Sites
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Schuylkill River Trail Rail Station View from the Trail to the Station
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Schuylkill River Trail SRT Port Providence bridge Oh what a wonderful bridge you are.
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Schuylkill River Trail Industrial Section Bikers from Sojourn 2006
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Schuylkill River Trail Trail travels on River Road Halfway on trail the sojourn 2006 bikers travel on river road for 4 miles before continuing on thun trail.
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Schuylkill River Trail Entering Philly Sign Group Shot last day of sojourn 2006 trip
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Schuylkill River Trail Manayunk Trail going through Manayunk.. great spot for lunch
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Schuylkill River Trail Scenic Trail winds over a small bridge, great for recumbent riders
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Schuylkill River Trail Surface of trail 2006 sojourn bikers, smooth surface
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Schuylkill River Trail Trail Surface Warm sunny day on trail. Rider from sojourn 2006 trip
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Schuylkill River Trail Sojourn 2006 Bike trip Bridges are fenced in
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Schuylkill River Trail Some colors along the Schuylkill River Trail This is between Indian Head and Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Underpass This photo was taken one or two miles north of the boathouses alongside the Schuylkill River Trail in Philadelphia.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail The trail shares right-of-way with an active freight line just south of Norristown
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail A recently opened food and beverage establishment at trailside near Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Trail surface and right-of-way near Port Indian.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail One of several emergency telephones along the route. This one is just north of Norristown.
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Schuylkill River Trail Schuylkill River Trail Trail surface and right-of-way just north of the Norristown SEPTA station.
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Schuylkill River Trail River from the Thun Trail Downstream view from the Schuykill River Bridge on the Thun Trail. Former Reading Railroad bridge also crosses the river at this point.
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Schuylkill River Trail Near Gibraltar Trail along Norfolk Southern rail line.
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