passwordStrength__meter--1' : In 1954, the town of Mauch Chunk was renamed Jim Thorpe, and today that city serves as a trailhead for both the 18-mile Switchback Railroad Trail and the 26-mile D & L Trail/Lehigh Gorge State Park Trail.

To resend the verification email, ? This 18 mile trail, made of crushed stone, is perfect for walking, skiing, and biking. '...Really?' The trail is not cared for. (registerFormPasswordLength >= 16) If you don't receive an email, please make sure you entered the correct address and check your spam folder. Photo by:funk49 Bridge to the Clouds View. If you do this trail make sure you do the Mt Pisga part of the trail. We then ran out of trail and had to walk the bikes across a rock face. With its hard-packed dirt surface, the down track is the easier southern route. (registerFormPasswordLength >= 6) By clicking "Sign Up" or "Sign In with Facebook" I agree to BringFido's

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? ' Its endpoints are from Summit Hill to Jim Thorpe. Mountain bikers will find the gently sloping pathways a great ride, linking Jim Thorpe and Summit Hill to the scenic overlook on Mount Pisgah. They were all very helpful. This trail is mostly also a good hard surface, with a couple of fallen small trees that need to crossed.

If you forgot your password, you can Built to haul coal from the Summit Mine to the Lehigh Canal, the railroad evolved from a gravity-powered system (The Down Track) and mule-powered system (The Back Track) to a 95% gravity-run operation.To reach the Summit Hill trailhead, take Interstate 476 to Exit 74, then take US Highway 209 South to Jim Thorpe. (registerFormPasswordLength >= 8)

This 18 mile trail, made of crushed stone, is perfect for walking, skiing, and biking. {{error}} From here you will continue on a peaceful wooded trail, riding on a bluff overlooking the community of Jim Thorpe below. There was a split in the trail at one point and we stayed to the left. ? ' Did not make it to Mt.

? When you reach the Switchback trail again it isn't marked. It traces the route of the historic Switchback Gravity Railroad Trail, an 18-mile round-trip through countryside once called "The Switzerland of America."

About halfway up, where the up and down tracks crossed. When it began operating, the Switchback Railroad was the second railroad in America and the first in Pennsylvania.

We stopped in town for a snack and beer, and on the return ride took the North trail (fork well marked). We accessed the trail at Hill Street above the Opera House in Jim Thorpe, heading north on the “Down” track. Ran out of time. "

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You need to watch some of the sections but overall the path is well maintained and wide at some parts for two bikes. We also parked on South Ave as we were unsure where else to park. 04/02/20 At the intersection of State Route 902 turn right. passwordStrength__meter--2' : Once we crossed the road, the trail became stunningly beautiful as it followed the creek, lined with rhododendron. 'Good' : Pine Ave. and Center Ave. nr. 'Very Good' : That isn't marked either. It’s free!

Pisgah, where the view is tremendous. ? ' In Jim Thorpe, turn left onto Broadway, which becomes Lentz Trail Road. 'Poor' :

? ? All told the return trip took us 70 mins, and that included a quick stop at the viewpoint.We’re a senior couple with wide-tired comfort bikes-- and decided to try out the Switchback Trail while visiting the area a few days ago. The Switchback Gravity Railroad Trail is located in Carbon County. ? This calls for a toast! Someone was nice enough to paint the higher rocks and tree roots on the trail.

This recreation rail-trail links Jim Thorpe and Summit Hill and features a fantastic overlook on Mount Pisgah. Had to walk down.

{{error}} Speaking of walking there is a section a couple of miles from the end that you need to portage your bike across a narrow ledge. Its endpoints are from Summit Hill to Jim Thorpe.

We’re giving a very special shout out to 40+ Pennsylvania distilleries that have shifted production during the COVID-19 pandemic to help serve their communities.

If you are looking for a walk in the park this is not the trail for you. Switchback Railroad Trail. A car near the Five Mile Tree crossover bridge. 03/20/19 'Poor' I was a bit apprehensive about this trail after reading the description and reviews.

Pennsylvania has more than 12,000 miles of trails most of which remain accessible during this period. 04/08/20 {{#unverified}} passwordStrength__meter--5' :

Beautiful view, but we never would have found it if they didn't tell us. I do a lot of single track Mt Biking and Rails 2 Trail and this trail is a combination of both. (registerFormPasswordLength >= 16) Length: 12.81 Miles. Enter your email, and we'll send you instructions on how to reset your password. Trail opening marked only by two small concrete posts; stay to right a little way down the tail as it splits: left branch takes one downhill to town; disappointing to have to work one's way back up hill. The trail head has no marker but there is a bench and two small concrete posts. Located midway on the trail is Mauch Chunk Lake Park which provides parking for hiking & biking up and down the trail. "First time on this trail.

(registerFormPasswordLength >= 12) Trail was not very well marked. The Summit Hill station. My sister and I started the trail in Jim Thorpe. (registerFormPasswordLength >= 6) steep rocky switchback section starting at far end of original bridge location. Previously an unused railroad corridor, this "rail-trail" is now a great place to walk Fido in Jim Thorpe! The Switchback Railroad Trail is one of 1600 rail-trails supported by Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, a nonprofit organization that is working to create a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors. The ""back track"" is rough, with a cliff you have to detour around to get back on the path.

You will need bug spray and you will not need sun screen.

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