Follow This Abandoned Railroad Trail For One Of The Most Unique Hikes In Pennsylvania
By Beth Price-Williams|Published July 21, 2018
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Pennsylvania’s hiking trails sure do give us a glimpse into what makes our beloved state so special. They allow us to cozy up to nature, to feel the mist of waterfalls, and to meander through tunnels of trees. But, PA’s hiking trails also offer us insight into the past, including the rich history of the railroad in PA. Follow this railroad trail in Pennsylvania for a fascinating peek into yesteryear.
What’s your favorite railroad trail in Pennsylvania? Let us know in the comments! Then, click here to read about a trail that will take you through an abandoned railroad tunnel.
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