Railroad

  • Difficulty: Moderate two yellow stars
  • Distance: 0.50 miles
  • Restrooms: Yes
  • Stroller Friendly: No
  • Wheelchair Friendly: No
  • Playground: No
  • Dog Friendly: Yes
  • Location: Sand Bridge State Park
    • black and white illustration of a battlefield

    Clues for Your Hike

    1. Park along the trees near the Sand Bridge State Park sign.
    2. Walk toward the bridge and cross over the stream. Once across, follow the gravel path uphill.
    3. Walk past the trees with white dots on them, continuing uphill.
    4. When you reach Copper Mill Road, turn around and head back downhill, following the same path you came up.
    5. As you walk downhill, stay to the right.
    6. Turn left when you reach the first brown pavilion. You will find the post near the trees on your right side.
    7. Reverse your steps; walk back past the pavilion, cross the bridge again, and return to your vehicle.

    Did You Know?

    • There are about 600 separate railroads in operation in the United States.
    • The earliest known railways were constructed in ancient Greece around 600 BCE, but the Industrial Revolution marked the invention of the steam locomotive.
    • The Strasburg Railroad in Lancaster County was established in 1832 and is the oldest continuous railroad in America.
    Hikes Main Page GPS Driving Directions