Rails-to-Trails Creates More Charles County Recreation

I'm excited about Charles County's newest recreational development! In October, 2006 the Navy donated a 13 mile stretch of train track running from White Plains to Indian Head, and now that stretch of dormant track is slated to be turned into a recreational trail for Charles County!

They're planning to tear out the tracks and install a 100' wide asphalt and gravel trail so that residents can use the former rail line as a hiking trail, bike path, and possibly even for horseback riding!

There are about 14,000 miles of trails in the United States, said Jeff Ciabotti, vice president of trail development at RTC. In the future, that distance will more than double as new trails are being planned and built.

Additionally, according to Ciabotti, a rail trail will only increase the property values of nearby homes and real estate agents will begin touting the proximity of a home to such an amenity.

The trail should also create an increase in the quality of life for local residents, as well. I've taken some photos of the currently defunct tracks that are along the proposed trail path, and I think that this is going to be a fantastic project for county to take advantage of! I can't wait until the trail is completed and I can get out to see more scenic views of Charles County!

Between this and the new Pisgah Park Development Project in Indian Head, I think it's great to see that the County is working to increase the recreational resources of the region!

Maryland Independent Article on Charles County Walking Trail

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