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Bethlehem Steel Plant – Saucon Rail Trail loop from Bethlehem

Bethlehem Steel Plant – Saucon Rail Trail loop from Bethlehem

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(8370)

19,231

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Bethlehem Steel Plant – Saucon Rail Trail loop from Bethlehem

03:26

59.3km

380m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel 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: August 28, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.90 km

Ruins of pottery building

Highlight • Historical Site

This is all that's left of the stonework building that was once the pottery for Moravian settlers. The building later served as a cloth-making and weaving workshop, and as housing too.

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1.92 km

Ruins of pottery building

Highlight • Historical Site

This is all that's left of the stonework building that was once the pottery for Moravian settlers. The building later served as a cloth-making and weaving workshop, and as housing too.

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4.50 km

Once the pinnacle of American steel dominance and manufacturing leadership, Bethlehem Steel Corporation operated for over a century before closing in 2003. Headquartered in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, this industrial titan was one of the world’s largest steel producers at its peak, a symbol of 20th century U.S. innovation.

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11.9 km

Saucon Creek

Highlight • River

Saucon Creek is a 17-mile creek that flows to the Lehigh River in Bethlehem. This creek is considered to be a high quality fishing spot.

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12.8 km

Saucon Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Saucon Rail Trail is a 7.5-mile paved trail along what was once the path of the North Pennsylvania Railroad.

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43.0 km

Saucon Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Saucon Rail Trail is a 7.5-mile paved trail along what was once the path of the North Pennsylvania Railroad.

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56.0 km

Bethlehem

Highlight • Settlement

Bethlehem, known as "Christmas City," boasts rich history and vibrant culture. Explore the charming downtown, historic Moravian architecture, and scenic trails along the Lehigh River.

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59.3 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.4 km

15.5 km

7.63 km

6.80 km

6.22 km

793 m

Surfaces

22.2 km

16.2 km

12.3 km

4.96 km

3.68 km

Elevation

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Saturday 29 August

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Bethlehem Steel Plant – Saucon Rail Trail loop from Bethlehem

Ruins of pottery building

Ruins of pottery building