The Adirondacks may be New York State’s most stunning natural landmark. The mountain range, spanning across 100 peaks and and 5,000 square miles, has been a favorite of hikers, bikers, and outdoor enthusiasts for decades.
Now, after several years and millions of dollars, the state of New York has opened one of their most ambitious outdoor projects yet in the mountains.
Repurposing a Railroad
The story of the Rail Trail starts with, obviously, the Historic New York Central Rail. The foundation was laid by William Seward Webb in 1892, and the rail line became incredibly popular, bringing tourists and freight deep into the northern New York mountains…