At Millway Road in about 2.7 miles, parking and a restroom are available. Get a FREE Rail Trails Guidebook when you become a Member with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. Lancaster County has a good number of rail trails that are heavily used. Located between Lititz and Ephrata, 100 ft off the Lititz/Ephrata Rail Trail. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 44 min to complete. . 0001085445 00000 n Part of the trail project involves converting the abandoned Rt. On a nice weekend day expect to see lots of user. 0001341432 00000 n One can now utilize this 7.2 mile trail to travel from the Lititz Borough /Warwick township line to Rte. The Safe Harbor Railroad Trestle spans the Conestoga River on this trail. This new segment from Parkview Ave in Ephrata Borough extends the trail 1.3 miles to Fulton Street in Akron. My wife and I learned of this trail last year and have walked on it in the Ephrata-Akron area a number of times. 0000002336 00000 n 7 0 obj <> endobj He stated that they have a broom attachment for the skid loader that they use to brush aside all of the fallen black walnut husks on the paved sections. Transit. There is everything from walkers to bikers to pet owners so it can get crowded. A porta potty is located there as well (no porta potty/restrooms at the Railroad Ave trailhead or the parking area at the Major Dick Winters memorial). Started at the Millway crossing parking area. Reserve your ride on the WERT through Lititz Bike Works 2 hr and 4 hr reservations available. Slate Cafe, 43 E. Main St.,. 0000784856 00000 n 0001343619 00000 n There is a developed section of the rail trail from Chestnut Street in Ephrata to just past Main Street in Akron, with parking available at Fulton Street and East Queen Street in Ephrata and Fulton Street in Akron. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen a surge of new users. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 4 h 47 min to complete. 0001340653 00000 n Ephrata side of trail is paved and clean. 0001344383 00000 n Miamyah16. Beautiful ride through the country side. Your trek to Ephrata will be about 7 miles, with a round trip distance of . There is also a little cafe at the intersection not far from the trail so if you want a special treat when you are done, its perfect. We started in Ephrata at the parking lot near the monument. Click on the image to view a larger printable version of the Trail Access Guide (the WERT Brochureis available in the menu to the left; however,the map in the brochure does not show the car charging stations), Lancaster County315 Clay Road, Lititz, PA 17543(717) 626-8900, Disclaimer | Government Websites by CivicPlus, WTMA (Warwick Township Municipal Authority), Warwick Emergency Services Commission (WESC), Northern Lancaster County RegionalPolice Department (NLCRPD), Northern Lancaster County Regional Police Department (NLCRPD), Warwick Regional Recreation Commission (WRRC), Find information about animals on a residential property. 0000311140 00000 n Colonial is pet friendly with some . . 0001242062 00000 n One last word of caution, some of the many Porta-Potties have doors that do not latch closed. A local bike company, has a bike rental station(via smartphone) at the Warwick township building at Clay Road. 283)See Map (PDF). At the other end, the hope is to extend the trail southwest to the Susquehanna River near Falmouth. Rosemont 1. endstream endobj 5 0 obj <> endobj 6 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 2808.0 1728.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 7 0 obj [/ICCBased 32 0 R] endobj 8 0 obj <>stream It follows the former Reading and Columbia Railroad from Lititz to Ephrata. 0001341562 00000 n Lititz Bikeworks provides a Bike Rental kiosk at Warwick Township Facility. A potentially dangerous spot is near the Warwick Township building, there is a black fence next to the trail that blocks your view around a turn. Need signage. %%EOF 0001342240 00000 n 8Mile Marker Feature Future Trail Extension Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail - crushed stone Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail - asphalt Access Point Information Stop Before Crossing Covered Bridge Bike Rental Bike Only Parking NORTH Lancaster CountyChester York Berks Lebanon Dauphin Pennsylvania TRAIL LOCATION NORTH 0 0.5 1.0 2.0 Kilometers Amenities include private entrances, large closets, 24 hour emergency maintenance, and full size washer and dryers in select homes. 0001238741 00000 n 0001241854 00000 n View more property details, sales history and Zestimate data on Zillow. There are numerous enforcement provisions available penalizing those persons in violation of the posted rules and prohibitions. Questions? It also showsparking areas and restrooms, as well as covered bridges along the trail. Schaumburg 5. 0000944986 00000 n Parking? 0001268779 00000 n Currently, the trail runs just over 7.5 miles through the three aforementioned boroughs, as well as Ephrata and Warwick townships. Instead of following a railroad, the Northwest River Trail runs along an old canal route. 0000945884 00000 n 0001342374 00000 n I the returned back to the trail and followed it back all the way to Ephrata and was pleasantly surprised to see that that end of the trail leads to downtown. Train for a 5 k, half marathon or a Leisurely bike ride on this trail thru preserved farms, and the heart of the 1900's industrial era of Ephrata. It was OK, but we didn't expect to be riding along a main highway. Run. Ephrata Borough M a o r R i c h a r d D . 0001085445 00000 n The Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail (WERT) connects five northeastern Lancaster County communities.' Great Street Butler Street in Etna Borough, Allegheny County, has transformed into an. Warwick township, Akron Borough and Ephrata township acquired the undeveloped right of way of the former Columbia and Reading railroad in 2007. 0001350197 00000 n Lancaster County Central Park 0000786428 00000 n The trail features 8 access points with parking and half a dozen restroom stops. Thanks to the Countys planning, we were able to meet the new need with a network of shared-use trails. 0001341694 00000 n South of Fulton Street, the trail enters lush, wooded areas as it passes light industrial factories and suburban-style homes. 0001342514 00000 n The 7.1-mile Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail-Trail runs from Ephrata west to Lititz in Warwick Township, following the former Reading and Columbia Railroad, which began service in 1863. Always fully stocked with pooper baggies for the four legged walkers, and always quiet and clean. Upon your arrival, enjoy 4 spacious bedrooms and 4.5 baths, along with cozy living spaces and a country kitchen. 0000457877 00000 n Go 6.4 miles east, and take the exit toward PA 230/PA 341/Toll House Road. 0001268779 00000 n 95% is paved, some gravel at Akron side. Rail Trail: Warwick-Ephrata Rail Trail. 0001341821 00000 n There are plans for it to be connected to the Conewago Recreation Trail on the northwest end and to the Enola Low Grade Trail to the south. That's wrong. Two segments of the trail have recently been completed. More Stats for Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail multi-use trail trail. Trails beginning from A to E [ edit] A Our Active Transportation Plan promotes trails as an important part of our mission to connect Lancaster County. 1.78 mi State: Alabama Concrete. Please check with the trail owner before you go. There is a porta potty near the middle of the trail, and at the beginning near the elementary school, a small park near the Akron bridge and a small basketball court in the ephrata portion. Construction on the bridge in the center is complete. The trail features 8 access points with parking and half a dozen restroom stops. 0000944314 00000 n 0000002706 00000 n PLEASE finish it this will be one of the best trails around once complete!! Be sure not to miss the Gnome Village! 0001347016 00000 n 0001251332 00000 n 3.8 (5) . 0000002706 00000 n Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail Trail Access Guide NORTH Lancaster CountyChester York Berks Lebanon Dauphin Pennsylvania TRAIL LOCATION NORTH 0 0.5 1.0 2.0 Kilometers 0 0.5 1.0 2.0 Miles Legend Borough River/Lake/Stream Park Covered Bridge Proposed Parking Existing Parking Existing Restroom Proposed Restroom Municipal Border Trail Start Marker The trail itself is great, was just very short. 0001262606 00000 n Download the CRIMEWATCH app and follow Northern Lancaster County Regional Police Department. When complete, the Rail Trail will contain nearly ten miles of developed trail and connect the four communities of Ephrata Borough, Akron Borough, Warwick Township and Lititz Borough. Includes heat, water, sewer. View more property details and sales history on Xome. The trail travels through some scenic farmland as well as some neighborhoods. Rode this trail on Wed. 1/2/19 starting in the early afternoon, the temperature was in the low 40s and it was overcast. On the street of Millway Road and street number is 106-96. . It is expected that work on extending the trail to Millway Road in Ephrata township will begin this Spring. 0001264782 00000 n Was on the trail on Fri. 10/14/2022. 0001341158 00000 n 0000946851 00000 n Excellent ride for e-bikes. Parking lot for Warwick-Ephrata Rail Trail is located in Lancaster County of Pennsylvania state. Weve walked 3 different sections so far & love how well maintained the trail is as 0001258665 00000 n Rotary Trail. On the western side of the Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail-Trail, Lititz Borough is working to extend the trail about 1 mile farther west in the future. They do intend to develop this into a bikeway so that one will be able to bike from Ephrata Borough (which paved it's existing segment last year) to Lititz Borough. The current trail extends 7.5 miles through villages, farmland, and forested areas. Muscle Shoals . . 0001349066 00000 n Remember, this is our "first ride", so we weren't sure what to expect. Lots of road crossings, but most people stopped for us. A small playground trailside offers shade and a few picnic tables with nearby porta-potty. There probably is a requirement to shovel snow off a sidewalk in the township so why doesn't this extend to the township/town trails. After time in Lititz we got back on the trail and got to Ephrata Linear parking lot in about 40 minutes. 0001241739 00000 n Ramon Rivera, left, of Manheim Township, and Jude Gemmell, of Lititz, walk along the Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail in Warwick Township on Sunday, April 24, 2022. To request use of the WERT for a scheduled event, complete this REQUEST for USE. Skokie 1. Pekin 2. All of these trails are shown on Explore PAs map of the Lititz-Warwick Trailway. The Final segment from Rothsville road to Millway road, which requires redecking and fencing the bridge over the Cocalico Creek is expected to be completed in 2018. More than just an administrative building, this trailhead offers a 20-acre park with baseball fields, a playground, and a 0.6-mile trail encircling it. For Sale - 35 W 4th Ave, Lititz, PA - $375,000. They have really nice trail bikes for rent for $10/2 hours. Unlike pedestrian crosswalks in urban areas, vehicles have the right-of-way at trail crossings and are not required to stop for you. 0001266640 00000 n Ephrata Township is. 0001342632 00000 n Most of all, we hope to connect as many trails and towns as possible. Location: North of Landisville (Salunga Exit of Rt. My husband and I rode the 7 miles out and back today from the Warwick municipal authority parking lot to Ephrata. 0000786820 00000 n "A dog owner would enjoy that there are several parks and the rail trail for some variety in exercising your pooch. Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail Trail The recently completed Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail Trail connects three of Lancaster County's most vibrant downtowns - Lititz, Akron and Ephrata - via an eight-mile trail along the former Reading and Columbia rail line. Check out this 5.3-mile out-and-back trail near Ephrata, Pennsylvania. Lancaster County Planning Department, PA | Official Website 0001241503 00000 n Cheshire Reservoir, and the Hoosic River offer outstanding views of the scenery and wildlife. 0001258665 00000 n This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and road biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Some inclines but easy enough. The trail represents a huge win for connectivity in our County. 0000002766 00000 n The NLCRPD provides links to the information on the rail trail and a detailed explanation below. Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail-Trail. Create a Website Account - Manage notification subscriptions, save form progress and more. It would be a 5 star trail for biking if it was paved. <]/Prev 1427198>> 0000000016 00000 n We rode the trail today from Warwick Twp towards Ephrata and were stopped near Millway due to construction upgrades. Clarence Schock Memorial Park Trails at Governor Dick, Girls Scout Trail - Chickies Rock County Park, Leacock Township Community Civic Park Trail, Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center Trails, Warwick Township Municipal Campus Park Trail, Nolde Forest Environmental Education Center. The Conewago Recreation Trail is a former railroad that was repurposed in the 1980s. 0001295936 00000 n Our Lititz Bike Share & Rail Trail Experience is available from sunrise to sunset at Warwick Municipal Park, 315 Clay Road, Lititz, PA 17543. I thought the bikes were very comfortable and even though I am 53 y/o - it was a comfortable 14 mile ride on the Warwick/Ephrata rail trail. I was hoping it would go farther towards the pleasant downtown area in Lititz but feel that the streets are safe enough to travel to all of the shopping attractions in Lititz. I have 5 kids and they all are able to walk this trail. Historic downtown Ephrata and Lititz bookend the trail, making for a 15 mile round-trip trek on foot or bicycle. Very nice, much to see. It is used for recreation and as a corridor linking residential areas to schools, workplaces, and outdoor venues including Lititz Run Creek Greenway, a linear park that extends from Lititz to Warwick Township. Hl y~nUS;rvp}{.4Y9. The next phase, slated to begin in mid-2010, will take the trail north of Main Street, past the old train station, to a caboose that the borough purchased from the Reading Railroad next to State Street. 0001252889 00000 n A few other bikes had water bottle holders. The Ephrata Rail Trail is our hometown favorite and is 4.1 miles in length connecting to the Warwick Rail Trail in Lititz. Places. Rail, Sea and Air 5. Join TrailLink (a non-profit) to view more than 40,000 miles of trail maps and more! After 20+ years, the Rehab/redecking of the bridge over the Cocalico creek has been completed!!!!!!!!! The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. 0001238741 00000 n 0000946272 00000 n Parking for these trails is available at the Warwick Township Municipal Complex and at the John Bonfield Elementary School. 0001254858 00000 n Wert Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail. 660 were here. With the Newport Square trail ( built as part of a recent housing development) it forms a "T" that is 3 miles. 0001269131 00000 n Office Hours ~ Today: Closed View more (717) 392-1831 Follow property: Trail map of the Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail-Trail from Hazel Alley & Acorn Alley (Ephrata) to N Oak St between Front St & SR 772/E Main St (Lititz). The trail starts at Broad Street in Lititz Borough, and then extends along the former Reading Railroad corridor, and ends at West Chestnut Street in Ephrata Borough. 0001259048 00000 n Seeking sightseeing Downtown Lancaster and The Amish Village are both within a short drive!-- THE PROPERTY -- 0001263405 00000 n 0000947206 00000 n The current trail extends 7.5 miles through villages, farmland, and forested areas. The apartments also border the Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail. 0001344804 00000 n Lititz is cute as a button for all kinds of shopping and history. Turn right onto Toll House Road, go 0.1 mile, and turn left onto E. Harrisburg Pike/PA 230. 0001262606 00000 n Very friendly people on the trail. Warwick side has Small crushed limestone that just cakes on chains and bikes. No lawn, max 2 parking spaces. It is used for recreation and as a corridor linking residential areas to schools, workplaces, and outdoor venues including Lititz Run Creek Greenway, a linear park that extends from Lititz to Warwick Township. The embankment yields to a small ravine as one travels further south on the Linear Park, passing behind more homes and a church, before finally ramping up to a small parking lot off Pointivew (signs specifically inform motorists that this parking lot is private and not intended for trail users). Recommend this trail. If you'd rather see the sights by bike, the scenic Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail Trail offers more than 7 miles of asphalt and crushed stone surface for biking with no vehicle traffic. See photos, floor plans and more details about Willow Creek Estates in Ephrata, Pennsylvania. Parks near 307 Windmill Way #77 include Lititz Springs Park, Warwick Township Linear Park, and Wert Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail. I don't ride bikes a lot, but my friend told me that the rental bikes are very good quality. endstream endobj 8 0 obj <> endobj 9 0 obj <>/ExtGState<>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text]/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/TrimBox[0.0 0.0 3168.0 2448.0]/Type/Page>> endobj 10 0 obj <>stream Escape to Ephrata, PA, for a hassle-free stay when you book this townhome just a short walk away from a Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail Trail trailhead. A lovely ride. The trails also has beautiful views of Lancasters characteristic farm landscapes. Hard to believe it is there because it is so well hidden. Though the easternmost endpoint is located a bit farther north, at Hazel Alley and Acorn Alley, its best to begin your journey 0.5 mile along the trail at Ephrata Linear Park, where parking is available. Located in Columbia, PA, just." more 2. Salem 2. 0 There are two restored 18th century buildings along the trail with interpretive signage to tell their story. 0001341293 00000 n I hopped on this trail somewhere around the mid point and headed towards Lititz. French Creek State Park Loop with Horseshoe Trail 6.1 mi 9.8 km 673' Up 205.1 m Up 673' Down 205.28 m Down. 4 0 obj <> endobj 0001344867 00000 n hb``f``vb``YLCxbra/&iXM0AEW 124 S. State St. | Ephrata, PA 17522 | Ph: 717-738-9222 |. Although the completed portion of the trail currently begins in the parking lot next to the Ephrata Review building off E. Main Street, it is best accessed from a free, public parking lot off Fulton Ave. Great for walking or jogging or for a quick short ride. Photos and Property Details for 35 W 4TH AVENUE, LITITZ, PA 17543. Visit Rent. The surface is a combination of paved and crushed stone. . An online map is available on the trail website. On the eastern side, Ephrata Borough is in the planning stages for an extension north to West Pine Street, with an estimated completion date of 2020. Parks near 319 Windmill Way #74 include Lititz Springs Park, Warwick Township Linear Park, and Wert Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail. 0001342374 00000 n a small seven space parking lot where the trail crosses at 78 East Queen Street in Ephrata. 0001241390 00000 n A view from the Warwick-Ephrata trail, which is more rural towards the Warwick side. 0001296212 00000 n Many scenic vistas! I would rather them just keeping the railroad then making a terrible trail which really isn't even a trail. 0001241503 00000 n Touch for map. It took 2.5 hours to ride the whole thing. General Purpose Warning Light 8. dog park in Ephrata. Portions of the trail open in the evening. I even caught a glimpse of a small BMX style practice track that I was tempted to try. 0001342100 00000 n spoke with one of the maintenance men, near the Dick Winters memorial. 0001255285 00000 n WONDERFUL! Get complete property information, maps, street view, schools, walk score and more. Portions of it are shaded by the tree canopy and there is also a gnome garden. 0000945884 00000 n 0000946644 00000 n Walked as part of a 'Volksmarch'. The trail is a pleasant mix of small town "urban" and farmland and with all of the leaves off the trees there were some nice long views of the Lancaster County countryside as you climb and descend several small hills. The 1,620 sq. We've been using this abandoned rail line for over 30 years and are excited each time a new section has been improved. There are also a few great places to dine (or order takeout) nearby. 0000944986 00000 n 0001342765 00000 n 0001342100 00000 n In another 2.4 miles, youll pass through the Warwick Township Municipal Authority on Clay Road. The Lancaster Junction Trail is located farther down the same rail line on the route to Columbia. Recently checked out the bridge section which is the final hurdle only to have two white tail deer dart across the trail in front of us. These regional trails took years of local collaboration and investment to create. The Warwick Township Municipal Authority also includes restrooms and the closest trail parking to the Lititz terminus. Thrive. We want to walk the trail in the Lititz-Warwick area next. 4.3 miles. Park Ridge 1. 0000786185 00000 n iJZiL J1"T 44scJ 2a#K> %g ~+4qRF}44H>d0-bWW~x>`M^L1?>d/{Y`YY|p?4Y_~+_ L( Y5 :>~\fE;mq4icHjp|NKH,nJh% -Y2J,)8TV]:Nd"MKM3#~OK~_373_+>C' x~x?1)>%_W4,G~V;9&vOiytp@JHxI4d%VtcUSh#TI&o?L(tEZiBv!L'+>QgZl P5|p]hUimQ_>Tc,Q s/=0d:Mk2bJy(*F03 CRIMEWATCH and the Eye Design are registered trademarks of CRIMEWATCH Technologies, Inc. 2023 CRIMEWATCH Technologies, Inc. To follow Northern Lancaster County Regional Police Department, click the button below. My wife and I bought bikes over the winter. Easier parking on Ephrata side. Our list of trails below details their current status, and our goals for where they will be expanded in the future. $(document).ready(function () { 107 W Sunset Avenue, Ephrata, PA 17522 is a twin home listed closed at $180,000. Flashing lights have been installed at the crossing, but use caution!) The trail is a walking, jogging, biking, and cross-country skiing destination for the community. Although no more than 1500 long, this portion will give users a glimpse of the trail's past, railroad heritage, and provide access to numerous shops and restaurants in the borough's downtown.
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