Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic: The definitive guide to multiuse trails in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia

Rail-Trails Mid-Atlantic: The definitive guide to multiuse trails in Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, Washington, D.C., and West Virginia by Conservancy, Rails-to-Trails. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780899977959.

Explore the best rail-trails―4 states, 57 trails and 1,100 miles―with the official guide Looking for a level trail where you can enjoy a brisk fitness walk, bike ride, or stroll with the family? All across the country, unused railroad corridors have been converted to public multiuse trails. Here, the experts from Rails-to-Trails Conservancy present the best of these rail-trails in the Mid-Atlantic region Many rail-trails are paved and run through the most scenic parts of town. Others, such as the 34-mile Virginia Creeper National Recreation Trail, travel along dense forests, open fields, and lush waterways. Some explore the areas history, such as Marylands 13-mile Baltimore and Annapolis Trail. Tour the nations capital, visit the site of a historic Civil War battle, and enjoy the serenity of the rural countryside along the Mid-Atlantics many great multiuse trails. In this book, you’ll find: Detailed maps for every rail-trail, plus driving directions to trailheads Icons indicating the activities each trail can accommodate Succinct descriptions written by rail-trail experts“You can now throw away all your self-help books on fighting depression, losing weight, toning muscles, finding something to do with your kids, and learning American history. Just use this guide, find a great trail―and enjoy!” ―Peter Harnik, Director, Center for City Park Excellence, Trust for Public Land