A1 Trails
Rail Trails in Pennsylvania

Switchback Railway Trail

Advertisements

Trail description: 9-mile rail trail follows the grade of the former Switch Back Gravity Railroad which was America's second railroad when it began operation in May 1827 hauling anthracite coal. It was more recently designated a National Historic Trail. The trail is predominantly downhill from west to east. Shuttle service and bike rentals are available.
Access fee:
Towns along the trail: Summit Hill, Jim Thorpe, PA
Web site: Switch Back Railroad
Trail map: Available on the trail's website
Trail surface: Gravel
Designated activities: Bicycling, walking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing
Facilities on the trail:
Points of interest: Indian stairway, Mauch Chunk Museum
Lodging: Jim Thorpe has several hotels and other accommodation
Camping:
Bike shops: Rentals and shuttle available at Pocono Whitewater Rafting
Weather forecast: Hazelton
Tourism info: Jim Thorpe Area Tourism
Getting to the trail: .
Map of local region: Jim Thorpe

Rate this section of trail

Ratings will appear below