![]() The looped section between the two bridges is known as the Timber Trail and offers interpretive signage about the lumber heritage of the region. The route, much of which was built on top of levees, provides an important connection to the river for residents of Williamsport, South Williamsport, and Loyalsock. The Susquehanna River Walk follows the north and south shores of the river's West Branch, including two bridge crossings at Market Street and Maynard Street. Pedestrians and bicyclists are allowed on the entire Knox & Kane rail-trail corridor. ![]() Some sections allow equestrians, some allow snowmobiles. When the Knox & Kane rail-trail is completely developed - it will be 73.8 miles of adventure from clarion county to McKean county. The Knox & Kane Rail Road corridor was no longer being used, and it made sense to convert it into a rail trail. In 2009, the Kovalchick Corporation filed for an abandonment exception of the railroad, and the Kovalchick Family Trust filed to rail-bank the corridor for interim trail use. The Knox-Kane Railroad was sold at auction in 2008 to the Kovalchick Corporation, a steel scrap company based in Indiana, PA. ![]() The tourist train limped on into 2006, when it ceased operations due to lack of ridership. Although the tourism market became more important to the Knox & Kane Railroad as freight deliveries in the region decreased, the tourism operation suffered a fatal blow when a section of the Kinzua Viaduct was toppled by a tornado in 2003. In addition to transporting freight, such as coal, the Knox & Kane Railroad ran a tourist operation from Marienville through Kane across the Viaduct at Kinzua Bridge State Park. The primary function of the railroad was to provide service between Knox in Clarion County and Kane and Mt. The Knox & Kane Railroad began operations after it acquired the right-of-way from the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad in 1982. What is your connection to Pennsylvania lumber? The forest products industry in central Pennsylvania played a significant role in the building of America during the 19th century, today Pennsylvania hardwoods are sought after worldwide. We have picked out some of the most interesting attractions in each of our fifteen counties, so you can take sensational selfies and share your LHR adventures with your friends and family. Move around the Region taking in the unmatchable scenery, enjoying plentiful cuisine, and staying in hometown accommodations.Īs you head out to explore the Lumber Heritage Trail, be sure to snap a selfie in front of one of our many LHR Wayfinding signs. The LHR has countless adventures to experience from kayaking and hiking to museums and historical landmarks and it all starts on the Lumber Heritage Trail. The Lumber Heritage Region holds a key to the rich heritage of Pennsylvania’s forests. Explore the Lumber Heritage Region on The Lumber Heritage Trail. ![]()
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