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Creating a Trail NetworkThe Pennsylvania Highlands Trail Network has evolved over the past several years through the efforts of the PHTN Steering Committee, which is convened by the Appalachian Mountain Club. Made up of participants representing municipalities, counties, nonprofit land trusts, and local residents, the Steering Committee has focused on con-necting a network of existing trails in the Quakertown Region and beyond.

This map shows the main route of a regional trail network that, when completed, will connect the Saucon Rail Trail at Coopersburg to downtown Quakertown, and to the existing trail systems in Richland and Milford Townships.

Trail GapsRecent progress has been made in closing gaps between trails in the network. With support from Richland and Springfield Townships, Bucks County has agreed to develop a rail trail along the unused track between Coopersburg and Veterans Park.

Critical trail gaps still remain west of Quakertown. For ex-ample, bridging the Toll Gate Gap would connect the Barrel Run and Brayton Garden Trails, creating nearly four miles of continuous trail, while provid-ing residents with a safe route to walk or bike to the elementary school and the planned Brayton Garden Park.

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Nearby Trail DestinationsHere’s a short list of outstanding trails located near the Quakertown Region. Within a few years these trails will be interconnected as part of the PA Highlands Trail Network:

D&L TrailThe D&L Trail (Delaware and Lehigh) follows the historic iron and coal route between Wilkes-Barre and Philadelphia. The D&L between Bristol and Jim Thorpe is located on the towpaths of the Delaware Canal and Lehigh Canal and is a key link in the Highlands Trail Network. The D&L is also a major spine of the Circuit (connectthecircuit.org), which is the growing trail network in the Greater Philadelphia Region. For more information about the D&L Trail visit delawareandlehigh.org

South Bethlehem GreenwayThe Greenway is a paved rail trail that serves both residents and visitors in South Bethlehem. When completed, it will connect to the Saucon Rail Trail at Hellertown. The Greenway also connects to the D&L Trail in Bethlehem by both the Minsi Trail Bridge and the Fahy Bridge. Although relatively short, the trail is packed with features including connections to the restaurant district, ArtsQuest, and the world class Bethlehem Skateplaza. For more information about the South Bethlehem Greenway visit explorePAtrails.com

Saucon Rail Trail The Saucon Rail Trail (SRT) is a scenic, relatively flat trail for walking and bicycling. The SRT runs for 6.8 miles through portions of Hellertown, Lower Saucon and Upper Saucon Townships, and Coopersburg. The SRT features numerous access points with restrooms and ample parking. This rail trail is planned to extend 3.3 miles south from Coopersburg to Richland Township’s Veterans Park. For a map and more information visit sauconrailtrail.org

Perkiomen TrailThe Perkiomen Trail follows the Perkiomen Creek for nearly 20 miles, connecting Green Lane Park with the Schuylkill River Trail near Valley Forge. Owned and managed by Montgomery County, the Perkiomen features numerous access points including several parks and historic sites located along or near the trail. The Highlands Trail follows the Perkiomen Trail for its entire length. For information visit montcopa.org/perkiomentrail

Nockamixon State ParkJust about every type of trail experience can be found in this park including mountain biking, hiking, cross country skiing, as well as paved trails for bicycling, and wooded paths for horseback riding. For more information visit www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks or explorePAtrails.com

Creating the VisionImagine stepping out the door for a short walk to your local trail. You can enjoy much needed exercise on a safe route, away from busy roads, or maybe you just want to leave your car behind and ride your bike to the store, library, or new restaurant in town. Perhaps your family wants to take a longer bicycle trip on a trail that runs from your neighborhood in Richland Township to an event in Beth-lehem. Imagine a neighborhood where children can safely walk or ride their bikes to schools.

Plans are already in place to fulfill this vision in the Quakertown Region, where more and more residents are finding qual-ity trails right in their own community.

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For more information: jbrunner@outdoors.org Photos: T.L. Gettings/John Brunner