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The Lehigh Switchback Rail-Trail is a rail trail in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania.[1] It has been named a national recreation trail.[2]
The trail surface is natural, consisting of dirt, roots, rocks, and occasional coal chunks. The trail runs downhill on the former right-of-way of the Mauch Chunk Switchback Railway from Summit Hill to Jim Thorpe. Located midway on the trail is Mauch Chunk Lake Park which provides parking for hiking & biking up and down the trail.
Several bicycle outfitters in the area provide bike rental and shuttle services to the top of Summit Hill that allows riders to enjoy a 100% downhill ride to the town of Jim Thorpe.
References
[edit]- ↑ "Gorp - Pocono Pedaling - The Switchback Trail | GORP.com". www.gorp.com. Archived from the original on May 17, 2010.
- ↑ "Must-Ride Gravel Bike Trails in PA". www.visitpa.com. May 1, 2020. Retrieved December 2, 2025.
External links
[edit]- Gravity railroad Official Trail website
- Pocono Whitewater Local bike shuttle service
- Blue Mountain Sports Local bike shuttle service
- Rails-to Trails Rails-to-Trails page for the Switchback
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