The Basics: This section follows the canal towpath from the town of Weissport to a dead end, across the river from Jim Thorpe. A new trailhead in Weissport provides parking and access to this section. The trail offers views of the river, the trout-filled canal, lock and building remnants, and forested mountain slopes.
The Details: The 2.7 miles north of the trailhead were recently resurfaced and are in excellent condition for biking and walking. The rest of the trail is bikable and walkable but with a more rugged surface. Currently, the trail dead ends at the Jim Thorpe waste water treatment plant, and there is no access to Jim Thorpe or points north. A proposed pedestrian bridge to link this section with downtown Jim Thorpe is currently in the design phase.
Jim Thorpe - Weissport Section 
Weissport - Parryville Things to see and do on the Weissport Section trail.
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Built in the Victorian Italianate architectural style in 1861, this beautiful home was the residence of Asa Packer. Today, you will see his mansion just as it stood during Packer's lifetime.
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The museum contains Switchback Railroad and canal lock models as well as a museum of the history of Mauch Chunk and a display of Jim Thorpe.
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Old Mauch Chunk Landing (Jim Thorpe Visitor Center)
The Landing is Carbon County's hub for special events, exhibits and rail excursions, and an orientation center of the Delaware & Lehigh National and State Heritage Corridor. Explore the rich industrial heritage through themed exhibits.
