WHT- CONEMAUGH RIVER CROSSING Traditional Cache
WHT- CONEMAUGH RIVER CROSSING
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The Westmoreland Heritage Trail runs along a section of the former Penn Central rail line, which fell into disuse in 1972. The rail line was originally opened in 1852 by a subsidiary of the Pennsylvania Railroad Company, led by George Westinghouse, Jr. to connect Saltsburg and Export. The line served to transport both passengers and freight between the many towns along its route.A trip along this scenic trail is pleasant even on the hottest summer day, as you will find yourself enveloped by a lush deciduous canopy. Portions of the trail run along a small tributary that attracts various wildlife, and natural seeps can been seen in the limestone railroad cuts at various points along the trail. At its eastern end, in the town of Saltsburg the Westmoreland Heritage Trail connects to the West Penn Trail. The Westmoreland trail currently ends at State Highway 819 in Slickville but the Regional Trail Corporation hopes to extend it all the way to Trafford for a 22-mile rail-trail experience and connections to other trails.The next section of trail sceduled for construction is between Slickville and Delmont as funds become available...........BRING YOUR BIKE OR ENJOY THE WALK.......EITHER WAY BRING A PEN..Your looking for an oversize preform container..Driving directions to Saltsburg: Travel on US 22 to its intersection with PA 981 in New Alexandria. North on PA 981 about 8 miles to PA 286. Right on PA 286 and cross bridge. After 0.2 mile, right on Salt Street for 0.4 mile to the trail start near playground. PARKING AREA IS SHARED WITH THE WEST PENN TRAIL CONNECTION........
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