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A Window to Marlboro’s Farming Past on The Monmouth Heritage Trail

Historic farming artifacts give a glimpse into a different time… Read More A Window to Marlboro’s Farming Past on The Monmouth Heritage Trail

February 4, 2020December 10, 2020 jamestcallahanLeave a comment

The Millstone Branch – Somerset County Rail Trail Candidate

The path of the former Millstone & New Brunswick Railroad could be one of the county’s first rail trails… Read More The Millstone Branch – Somerset County Rail Trail Candidate

January 18, 2020December 10, 2020 jamestcallahanLeave a comment

Henry Hudson Trail – Seashore Branch

tidal creek henry hudson trail

Ride a piece of history though the communities of the Bayshore… Read More Henry Hudson Trail – Seashore Branch

January 3, 2020March 7, 2022 jamestcallahanLeave a comment

The Old Pennsylvania Turnpike

Tunnel portal

An 11-mile section of America’s first superhighway will soon be a national recreation destination… Read More The Old Pennsylvania Turnpike

December 29, 2019December 10, 2020 jamestcallahanLeave a comment

The Henry Hudson Trail – Freehold Branch

Route 18 bridge

The Freehold Branch of the Henry Hudson Trail offers a peaceful trek through inviting woods and bucolic neighborhoods … Read More The Henry Hudson Trail – Freehold Branch

December 24, 2019November 7, 2021 jamestcallahanLeave a comment

Biking the Belvidere Delaware (Bel-Del) Railroad

This segment of the Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park Trail offers miles of spectacular riverfront scenery and lots of entertainment options… Read More Biking the Belvidere Delaware (Bel-Del) Railroad

December 15, 2019December 10, 2020 jamestcallahanLeave a comment

Frenchtown – Idyllic Victorian Rail Trail Destination

Victorian buildings

Frenchtown is a great destination for your rail trail tours along the Delaware River… Read More Frenchtown – Idyllic Victorian Rail Trail Destination

December 10, 2019December 10, 2020 jamestcallahanLeave a comment

The Manayunk Bridge Trail

After 3 decades of abandonment this architectural landmark was restored and opened to the public in 2015 as a rail trail with spectacular views and an important connector for alternative transportation… Read More The Manayunk Bridge Trail

December 9, 2019December 10, 2020 jamestcallahanLeave a comment

New Jersey’s Best Out-and-Back Rail Trails…

I’m thrilled to have my new blog about my rail trail adventures up and running. Here you’ll find everything I can serve up about New Jersey rail-trails…and some from other places like Pennsylvania. My stories are about the many trails I ride so you can know their brilliance, advocacy, and news about the growing Rail… Read More New Jersey’s Best Out-and-Back Rail Trails…

December 2, 2019February 17, 2021 jamestcallahanLeave a comment

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Lambertville Station Restaurant Lambertville NJ – This quaint and cozy Delaware River town will charm you with restaurants, cafes and art galleries.
Frenchtown Victorian Building Frenchtown NJ – Another Delaware River town that you will love. A little smaller and quieter, with great restaurants, shops and Victorian architecture.
main and south streets Downtown Freehold NJ – The Downtown of Western Monmouth County, Freehold is an exciting rail trail destination with top restaurants and lodgings. Close to The Shore!
view from manayunk bridge Manayunk PA – A neighborhood of Philadelphia Northwest of downtown, Manayunk is a former industrial town with lots of nouveau eateries, brew pubs and shops.

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