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A September 2000 trip to York by Lori

Trail Marker Photo - York, Pennsylvania More Photos
Quote: The York Co., PA Heritage Rail Trail Park encompasses twenty-one miles through the heart of York County and is the longest non-motorized rail-trail with active rails in the United States.
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Elmer's Grocery Photo - York, Pennsylvania
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The trail is a 10 foot wide path of compacted stone designed for hiking, jogging, walking, horseback riding and bicycling. Users of the Heritage Rail Trail can ride through the historic Howard Tunnel - the oldest continually operational rail tunnel in the world and visit Hanover Junction Railroad station, where President Abraham Lincoln stopped in route to give his famous Gettysburg Address. Another must stop is Elmer's Grocery in Seven Valley's to stop for a break, refreshments and a look through this unique store. Quick Tips: If you wish to bicycle this trail and don't want to bring your own, 'Kickstands Bicyle Rentals and Lunch Shop' located in downtown York, will rent you a bike for the...Read More

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Lori

Lori
Marienthal, Kansas

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