Great American Rail-Trail(R)

Explore 50 of the most iconic segments along the Great American Rail-Trailspanning over 3,700 miles between Washington, DC, and Washington state. Great American Rail-Trail earned Bronze Medal honors from the IPPY Independent Publisher Book Awards, in the Travel Guidebook category.The Great American Rail-Trail is the nations first cross-country, multiuse trail. Designed to connect coast to coast, this ambitious route will one day stretch uninterrupted across 12 states and the District of Columbia. More than half of the trail is already complete and ready to exploreand in Great American Rail-Trail, the experts at Rails to Trails Conservancy showcase 50 of the most scenic, significant, ready-to-use segments for walkers, runners, cyclists, equestrians, skaters, skiers, and people of all abilities. Travel the famed Great Allegheny Passage through the Appalachian region. Enjoy Indianas Cardinal Greenway or Iowas Raccoon River Valley Trail. Marvel at Western beauty on Idahos Trail of the Coeur dAlenes or Washingtons Burke-Gilman Trail. With pathways passing through forests and farmlands, across plains and mountain valleys, and into the heart of Americas great cities, this collection offers something for every trail enthusiast.Inside youll find:In-depth descriptions written by rail-trail expertsFull-color maps, trail facts, and GPS waypointsIcons indicating activities and wheelchair accessibility for each trailHistorical and cultural insights into every regionSuggested itineraries for long-distance connections