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New Jersey's Best ‘Out and Back’ Rail Trails

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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