Once again, the ladies of Crescent Trekkers and Scrabblers went out to play this game. In the past we've taken to the Road and a Trail. This time we took to the Rails.
Welcome to the Norfolk Southern Railroad Trail!
http://www.railstotrails.org/index.html
The Rails to Trails Conservancy website states that they are committed to creating "a nationwide network of trails from former rail lines and connecting corridors to build healthier places for healthier people." A portion of this rails trail is part of the Carolina Thread Trail
Gaston County has a long section of old railroad paths from Dallas to Broad St and Rt. 7 in Gastonia. Sections of this trail are paved, sections are dirt trails, and sections are overgrown and not walking friendly.
You must walk or bike on the trails. "No motorized vehicles allowed."
Most of the sections have signs saying that the trail is "closed" after dark. I would think that is a good rule to follow.
This cache is actually on a path that is off of a path that is off of the trail. We don't know why it is here. Maybe there are more plans in the works.