Trail Planning
Working with Railroads to Build Trails in New York State
This guide serves to help local trail advocates interact with railroad companies when pursuing a trail on or adjacent to active or unused trail beds. It works to further advocates’ understanding of the economic and regulatory contexts which railroads operate in, as well as their interests and concerns with trail projects. This guide provides assistance in determining the state of a rail corridor, approaching large railroad companies, and preparing for abandonment and railbanking.
Created by Parks & Trails New York
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