0000944986 00000 n When the Township expanded the park facility at the municipal campus, they extended the trail around the perimeter of the ball fields, adding some additional length. 0001341694 00000 n Historic downtown Ephrata and Lititz bookend the trail, making for a 15 mile round-trip trek on foot or bicycle. If you cross the street, the trail is supposed to continue for another 3/4 miles. PLEASE finish it this will be one of the best trails around once complete!! 0001341562 00000 n My GPS showed that the trail was only 6.85 miles from Main Street in Ephrata to Oak Street in Lititz. Warwick Township added 5200 ft. going east from East Newport road to Picnic Woods road. Many scenic vistas! Lancaster County is rich with trails that connect from town to town and borough to borough. 0000002766 00000 n My husband and I rode the 7 miles out and back today from the Warwick municipal authority parking lot to Ephrata. 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 0001341158 00000 n We started in Ephrata at the parking lot near the monument. 0001341293 00000 n spoke with one of the maintenance men, near the Dick Winters memorial. 0001316513 00000 n Current segments of the trail will be fully connected when the Martic Forge Trestle is repaired from a 2018 arson. Still a great little trail, while too short to be a destination ride on it's own, there are several other nice trails nearby. 0001343019 00000 n From here, the southern endpoint of the 1.2-mile Warwick Township Linear Park Trail is just over a mile northwest, and the northern endpoint of the 0.5-mile Butterfly Acres Trail is less than a mile south. 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 0001251332 00000 n 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. In 2018 the 0.75-mile portion of trail in Warwick Township between a bridge at Cocalico Creek and East Meadow Valley Road was completed. The hills were pretty easy, the gravel parts were not a problem at all and the weather was sunny and warm, with low humidity. Thrive. My wife and I learned of this trail last year and have walked on it in the Ephrata-Akron area a number of times. The GLHP is a proposed trail that will combine on-road and off-road active transportation facilities and have a variety trail surfaces. We started at the Warwick Twp Municipal Park, which itself has a pleasant 3/4 mile paved loop. As a newbie to riding a bike, but a long term hiker/walker, this is one of my favorite trail/bikeways. Visit Rent. a small seven space parking lot where the trail crosses at 78 East Queen Street in Ephrata. On the street of Millway Road and street number is 106-96. . One end starts in the middle of ephrata where all the reuse-it shops are so if you are into shopping consignment then it is an awesome trail to start shopping drop your stuff off and then start. 15 groceries, 53 restaurants, 3 parks. The WERT is popular for walkers and runners and bicyclists year-round and skiers in the winter. 0001266554 00000 n This house was built in the early 1900s, so it has the usual old house quirks. 35 W 4th Ave , Lititz, PA 17543-2607 is a single-family home listed for-sale at $375,000. Lancaster County has a good number of rail trails that are heavily used. Can't wait until it is completed. Location: From east end of Lititz Borough to Ephrata BoroughSee Map (PDF), Surface: Mostly Crushed Stone, some Paved. All of these trails are shown on Explore PAs map of the Lititz-Warwick Trailway. Parking and Trail Access. This trail is now open from Lititz to Ephrata. 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. "2. 0001252889 00000 n 0001264782 00000 n Rail Trail: Warwick-Ephrata Rail Trail. 0000165069 00000 n Find 18 photos of the 107 W Sunset Avenue home on Xome. 0001242062 00000 n Orland Park 1. A small section is dirt/small gravel but very easy to ride on. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. 0001343082 00000 n Our list of trails below details their current status, and our goals for where they will be expanded in the future. 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. first time on this trail. 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. The trail begins at a junction with the Mason-Dixon Trail in southern Lancaster county, at a parking area for Susquehanna and Tidewater Canal Lock 12, on the west bank of the Susquehanna River. Communities along the path are collaborating and working on their part of the trail to bring this vision to life. Check out this 5.3-mile out-and-back trail near Ephrata, Pennsylvania. The trails also has beautiful views of Lancasters characteristic farm landscapes. 0001266232 00000 n 0000786185 00000 n The other developed section of the rail trail extends from Clay Road in Warwick Township to Oak Street in Lititz Borough, with parking available at the Warwick Township Municipal Campus Park on Clay Road and at the John Bonfield Elementary School. 0000785294 00000 n 0001342100 00000 n 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. Nearing completion. The Warwick to Ephrata Rail-Trail (WERT) is a system that connects the following municipalities: Lititz Borough, Warwick Township, Ephrata Township, Akron Borough, and Ephrata Borough. 0000947206 00000 n Park Ridge 1. 0001252586 00000 n 322/Main Street in Ephrata. Run. You do need to unlock the bikes with a code that is emailed AFTER you pay for your rental. The trail is a walking, jogging, biking, and cross-country skiing destination for the community. 0001259048 00000 n Content is subject to change at any time. Please visit our About WRRC page to learn more about the organization. Seeking sightseeing Downtown Lancaster and The Amish Village are both within a short drive!-- THE PROPERTY -- Help defend and expand trails nationwide. Local officials plan to extend the Linear Park in both directions in the near future. Most of trail is asphalt. Remember, this is our "first ride", so we weren't sure what to expect. This newly opened section is easily accessible to the apartments adjacent to the trail,and since the section is lighted, provides another place for evening dogwalkers. 0001341023 00000 n 0001344383 00000 n View details, map and photos of this single family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 total baths. 0000784856 00000 n Hl y~nUS;rvp}{.4Y9. Saw a sign saying 'No Winter Maintenance'. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and road biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Maybe just trying to avoid the legal liability. The trail features 8 access points with parking and half a dozen restroom stops. Skokie 1. 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. I have to mask up and wear goggles to keep them out of my eyes and mouth. Opened to the public in 2018, the Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail actually runs along the same inactive rail line as the Junction trail. 0000787039 00000 n 0000946272 00000 n 0001241503 00000 n Lititz is cute as a button for all kinds of shopping and history. 0000626219 00000 n No lawn, max 2 parking spaces. Just a few minutes drive from the store. Trails beginning from A to E [ edit] A At Millway Road in about 2.7 miles, parking and a restroom are available. 0000944314 00000 n 0001350133 00000 n 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. For the number of snow events we get, there must be a couple of minutes in the snow removal schedules the take care of the trail. It's a very nice well maintained trail. %%EOF The trail also links to the nearby Butterfly Acres Trail, Warwick Township Linear Park, Lititz-Warwick Trailway and Warwick-Ephrata Rail Trail via the local street network and may eventually connect to several other nearby greenways, including the Brighton-Reidenbagh Park and Manheim Community Township park trails. Have enjoyed exploring different sections of this trail with my 10 month old puppy. During the COVID-19 pandemic, we have seen a surge of new users. 0001250279 00000 n Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail (WERT) Features Benches Landscaping Site Lighting Trash Receptacles Approximately 8 miles of trail connecting Lititz Borough, Warwick Township, Akron Borough, Ephrata Township and Ephrata Borough. 0000946851 00000 n The trail then continues through farmland to Warwick, and is absolutely beautiful. 0001344320 00000 n The trail itself is great, was just very short. The flat trail of about 6.7 miles one-way crosses a handful of roads and ends in downtown Ephrata on Route 322. 0001342240 00000 n 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. 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. View more property details and sales history on Xome. 0001246324 00000 n They have really nice trail bikes for rent for $10/2 hours. As a collaborative effort with the municipalities involved, and with the cooperation ofproperty owners along the way, this trail system was opened to the public on December 31, 2018. This trail is great but it took a long time for it to be completed. 0001342514 00000 n View the TrailLink map for all options and detailed directions. The current trail extends 7.5 miles through villages, farmland, and forested areas. 0001251647 00000 n 0001241390 00000 n A local bike company, has a bike rental station(via smartphone) at the Warwick township building at Clay Road. 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. Confusing at times, especially in Ephrata and alittle bit in Lititz. 0001341562 00000 n It was a lovely day so there were a lot of people on the trail, but not too many people that we had difficulty navigating the trail. Traffic Arrow Directional Lights 4. . Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 44 min to complete. There are numerous enforcement provisions available penalizing those persons in violation of the posted rules and prohibitions. MLS # 0001347016 00000 n My wife and I rode the trail this morning. Thanks to the completed paving in 2020, this trail is great for a wide range of users. Pull into the parking lot and you'll see our share to your left. The WERT is one of Ephrata's newest recreational facilities, opening on . 0000784856 00000 n 283)See Map (PDF). It's a real bummer, but I suppose that's just the reality of the location. Wert Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail. 0000787039 00000 n 0001263695 00000 n 0001341821 00000 n This new segment from Parkview Ave in Ephrata Borough extends the trail 1.3 miles to Fulton Street in Akron. 0001342374 00000 n 5&G. It also provides valuable links between nearby subdivisions, and will eventually extend both westward to Lititz-Springs Park and eastward to the Ephrata Linear Park. 0000000016 00000 n 0001350197 00000 n 0000947206 00000 n 0001296212 00000 n warwick school board members. This extension would connect it to the Northwest River Trail. Location: Turkey Hill to Safe Harbor Railroad Trestle / Martic Forge Trestle to east end of Quarryville BoroughSee Maps (PDF), Length: Current: 15 miles (Planned: 29 miles), Surface: Crushed Stone with Unimproved Sections. The 980 sq. xref 0001241614 00000 n Straight, flat, well paved or otherwise surfaced, and a relatively short round trip distance: The Warwick Trail is a great way to start the biking season. 0001344804 00000 n The WERT is popular for walkers and runners and bicyclists year-round and skiers in the winter. Places. Availability Subscribe to Calendar Updates today February 12 February 18, 2023 0000785705 00000 n %%EOF This apartment community also offers amenities such as Two reserved parking spaces, Ephrata School District and Convenient access to Route 222 and is located on 35 Fulton Street in the 17501 zip code. The trails also has beautiful views of Lancaster's characteristic farm landscapes. Wait to cross roadways until there is no traffic and you can do so safely. 0001344320 00000 n 19 ft. Altitude min. 0000786185 00000 n Warwick Township anticipates completing the segment from Picnic Woods road to Old Rothsville road by the end of 2017. Click HERE to view a map of the trail. South of Fulton Street, the trail enters lush, wooded areas as it passes light industrial factories and suburban-style homes. Marker is at or near this postal address: 25 North Oak Street, Lititz PA 17543, United States of America. Great mix of town and country scenery. 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. Touch for map. Historic downtown Ephrata and Lititz bookend the trail, making for a 15 mile round-trip trek on foot or bicycle. 0001316260 00000 n The trail represents a huge win for connectivity in our County. A flight of stairs that branches off to the east provides acess to the Brickyard Trail, a walking path that extends through the valley before climing a steep hill to the adjacent development. 0000946644 00000 n It's a do-over. Dave Harp Parks, trails and natural areas in Chesapeake Bay states have been slammed this spring and early summer as the masses head outdoors seeking relief from coronavirus stay-at-home orders. 0001295936 00000 n 0000003711 00000 n It connects three towns: Lititz, Akron, and Ephrata. Please check with the trail owner before you go. After 20+ years, the Rehab/redecking of the bridge over the Cocalico creek has been completed!!!!!!!!! even the unpaved portions are pretty smooth. 0000003745 00000 n Join TrailLink (a non-profit) to view more than 40,000 miles of trail maps and more! . %PDF-1.5 % Bike. 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). View more property details, sales history and Zestimate data on Zillow. That would be a great addition to the town" 2. 0001349130 00000 n 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. One last word of caution, some of the many Porta-Potties have doors that do not latch closed. 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. 0000786820 00000 n 0000457877 00000 n Rail trails are multi-use paths offering, at a minimum, a combination of pedestrian and cycle recreation. Rehabilitation of 1.3 miles of Paxtang Parkway Trail and 2,400 feet of Parkway Creek in Harrisburg, and acquisition of about 916 acres of the Camp Tuckahoe Boy Scout Camp in York and Cumberland. With the Newport Square trail ( built as part of a recent housing development) it forms a "T" that is 3 miles. I rode the entire trail on my road bike and had no problem with the gravel section, but I might not be able to say that shortly after a rain. Easier parking on Ephrata side. 0001340653 00000 n 0001345269 00000 n startxref Great to be alive. Length: Current: 0 miles (Planned: 14 miles). A great kid-friendly ride with trailside opportunities to take a break and enjoy From the Ephrata Linear Park trailhead its about an easy two miles to the gnome village of Nibbles T McGibbons. Well done trail that, when completed, will be an excellent destination trail. Millway and Rothsville Rd. May return when finished. Great trail, Lots of early morning users. Near Lititz, Pennsylvania. 0001349066 00000 n The trail represents a huge win for connectivity in our County. have been completed from the Akron Borough line to Millway road in Ephrata Township. The coordinates that you can use in navigation applications to get to find Parking lot for Warwick-Ephrata Rail Trail quickly are 40.1581663 ,-76.2230121 Josh Bontrager There were lots of people using the trail, mostly walkers but also runners and several other riders. Paved for about 3 miles from downtown Ephrata. Excellent ride for e-bikes. 0001346953 00000 n The Ephrata Rail Trail is our hometown favorite and is 4.1 miles in length connecting to the Warwick Rail Trail in Lititz. 0001349066 00000 n The trail is a walking, jogging, biking, and cross-country skiing destination for the community. 0001251332 00000 n The Warwick to Ephrata Rail-Trail (WERT) is a system that connects the following municipalities: Lititz Borough, Warwick Township, Ephrata Township, Akron Borough and Ephrata Borough. 0001271962 00000 n 4 102 One can now utilize this 7.2 mile trail to travel from the Lititz Borough /Warwick township line to Rte. Your donation will help us to continue connecting more people to trails around the country. Thanks to the Countys planning, we were able to meet the new need with a network of shared-use trails. Parks near 307 Windmill Way #77 include Lititz Springs Park, Warwick Township Linear Park, and Wert Warwick to Ephrata Rail Trail. The wheelchair-accessible porta-potty that serves as the trail's only public restroom is located here, and a small flower garden is located on the right bank that separates the park from Railroad Ave. A branch trail that connects to a nearby elementary school demonstrates that the Linear Park is intended not just for recreation, but to tie the community closer together. Warwick-to-Ephrata Rail Trail Easy/Intermediate. 0000786820 00000 n The surface is a combination of paved and crushed stone. The Warwick to Ephrata Rail-Trail (WERT) is a system that connects the following municipalities: Lititz Borough, Warwick Township, Ephrata Township, Akron Borough, and Ephrata Borough. 0001258665 00000 n %PDF-1.5 % I even enjoyed a few alternative routes around a park and a school. Parking for these trails is available at the Warwick Township Municipal Complex and at the John Bonfield Elementary School. Peoria 4. 0001350197 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. It was OK, but we didn't expect to be riding along a main highway. There is everything from walkers to bikers to pet owners so it can get crowded. var socialShareJs = new SocialShare(); 0000944314 00000 n The one thing we are waiting on is for them to finish it.. To request use of the WERT for a scheduled event, complete this REQUEST for USE. 406 ft. Altitude start. Slate Cafe, 43 E. Main St.,. 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. I hopped on this trail somewhere around the mid point and headed towards Lititz. 0001255285 00000 n Not sure there's a way to remedy it. Only reason for the 4 stars versus 5 stars is the length. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Marker is on North Oak Street, 0.1 miles north of East Main Street (Pennsylvania Route 772), on the left when traveling south. This section of the rail trail is a junction for several other trails in the community, more information can be found on the Lititz-Warwick Trailhead webpage on Explore PA. Pennsylvania has more than 12,000 miles of trails most of which remain accessible during this period.
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