This former rail corridor dating back to 1872 travels along the tranquil Little Buffalo and Buffalo creeks, and through farmland, rural villages and woodlands. The trail also allows hikers a glimpse of the remnants of industries that once flourished along the railroad route. Home to abundant wildlife, this trail offers trekkers scenic beauty, but also accessibility to camping, restrooms, grocery stores and even restaurants. While the trail passes close to these modern comforts, it still possesses the natural scenic beauty of the wilderness. The 20-mile Butler-Freeport rail-trail has an 11-mile section with a compacted crushed limestone base suitable for road bikes.

Butler-Freeport Trail
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette article

Directions

Directions to trailhead at Monroe Road (there are a number of other trailheads off most roads connecting to PA 356): From Pittsburgh take Route 28 north to exit 17. Turn right on 356 north (also South Pike). Continue 1/2 mile until Monroe Road (look for signs to Todd Sanctuary), turn right and continue .8 miles. There will be bike crossing signs just before a small parking lot on the right.

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