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Bethlehem - Freemansburg

Status: Complete open and improved

The Basics:  This quiet section of trail connects Bethlehem’s Sand Island trailhead with the Freemansburg trailhead.  Users can peer through the bushes for a unique view of the dormant Bethlehem Steel plant and South Bethlehem across the river. 

The Details:  The trail follows the earthen canal towpath and provides a relatively smooth surface for biking and walking.  The trail becomes a bit rougher towards Freemansburg, but an upcoming trail resurfacing project will improve that stretch.  Parking is available at both trailheads.

Things to see and do on the Bethlehem - Freemansburg trail.

  • Trail Head - North Marker
  • Trail Head - South Marker
  • Marker 1
    Bethlehem Department of Recreation

    Bethlehem Department of Recreation

    The City of Bethlehem offers recreational activities for people of all ages.

    Directions

  • Marker 2
    Burnside Plantation

    Burnside Plantation

    This historic farm-in-the-city opens doors to early American agricultural life. The property includes a restored 1748/1818 farmhouse, two 1840s bank barns, a high horse-power wheel, large kitchen garden and orchard, a corn crib and wagon shed.

    Directions

  • Marker 3

    Lost River Caverns

    A tour of a natural limestone cavern. See stalactites, stalagmites and flowstone. Open year 'round.

    Directions

Trail Updates

Status Key

Complete open and improved

Unimproved open, travel at your own risk

Under Construction not accessible at this time

Planned Future linkage and trail development

Closed (private ownership/impassible section)