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Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from Seven Valleys

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Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from Seven Valleys

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Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from Seven Valleys

02:08

33.7km

160m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 15, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 656 m for 66 m

Closed: • sunset-sunrise (otherwise open)

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Parking

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121 m

Heritage Rail Trail County Park — Seven Valleys

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The Seven Valleys park area boasts stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Here, the elevation gently rises, offering breathtaking panoramas of rolling hills and farmland. This also part of the …

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689 m

Four Springs Winery

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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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2.18 km

Metal Horse Sculpture at Hanover Junction

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2.25 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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4.54 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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11.7 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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28.4 km

Howard Tunnel

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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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33.7 km

Seven Valleys Parking Lot

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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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33.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.7 km

3.49 km

442 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

29.7 km

2.68 km

909 m

442 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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Friday 10 July

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Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from Seven Valleys

Heritage Rail Trail County Park — Seven Valleys

Four Springs Winery

Metal Horse Sculpture at Hanover Junction

Hanover Junction Railroad Station

Beautiful rail trail section

NCR Trail Bridge 40.39

Howard Tunnel

Seven Valleys Parking Lot

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