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Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from New Freedom

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Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from New Freedom

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Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from New Freedom

02:54

45.9km

240m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 7, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 16.0 km for 91 m

Closed: • sunset-sunrise (otherwise open)

After 17.6 km for 66 m

Closed: • sunset-sunrise (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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505 m

Metal Horse Sculpture at Hanover Junction

Highlight • Monument

17.6 km

Four Springs Winery

Highlight • Restaurant

A beautiful vineyard in Pennsylvania where you can taste a range of wines. The winery is open from 1pm - 5pm on Fridays and Sundays and from 11am until 5pm on Saturdays.

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23.6 km

For its time, constructing a tunnel through solid rock was a remarkable engineering feat. The brick-lined tunnel stretches for an impressive 275 feet (ca. 84 meters). Trains carrying everything from …

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28.9 km

Seven Valleys Parking Lot

Highlight • Parking

Here you can leave your car and take the fantastic Heritage Rail Trail. Heading north you'll be heading towards the city of York and if you cycle south, towards Towson.

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30.9 km

Hanover Junction Railroad Station

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The Hanover Junction Railroad Station, built between 1852 and 1854, is a restored landmark. This three-story red structure now functions as a museum, offering a glimpse into its past. During …

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33.2 km

Beautiful rail trail section

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This is a particularly peaceful section of the Heritage Rail Trail. Fields, farms and the presence of the old railway line accompany you as you cycle along.

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40.3 km

NCR Trail Bridge 40.39

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The plaque, located at this bridge, marks the 40.39 mile on the Northern Central Railroad, now used by the NCR Trail. Simultaneously crossing over the South Branch Codorus Creek and …

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45.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.5 km

6.00 km

634 m

554 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

38.5 km

5.07 km

2.18 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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Tuesday 19 May

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28 %

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Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from New Freedom

New Freedom Pennsylvania

Metal Horse Sculpture at Hanover Junction

Four Springs Winery

Howard Tunnel

Seven Valleys Parking Lot

Hanover Junction Railroad Station

Beautiful rail trail section

NCR Trail Bridge 40.39

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