The Great Allegheny Passage Companion by Bill Metzger
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Discover the rich history behind the Great Allegheny Passage with the Great Allegheny Passage Companion. While today's trail offers a peaceful journey through wooded landscapes, bridges, tunnels, and scenic overlooks, it was once a bustling railroad corridor that served logging operations, coal mines, and thriving industries along nearly every mile. Filled with engaging stories, biographies, maps, historic and contemporary photographs, and detailed illustrations, this book brings the trail's remarkable past to life. Whether you're riding the trail, researching its history, or simply enjoy regional heritage, the Great Allegheny Passage Companion is both an informative reference and an entertaining read. Years in the making, this 6" × 9", 317-page softcover book is an essential addition to the library of any Great Allegheny Passage enthusiast.
Sold by the Regional Trail Corporation, the volunteer 501(c)(3) that maintains more than 85 miles of rail-trail in southwestern Pennsylvania, including much of the Great Allegheny Passage. Formerly sold at gaptrailmerchandise.org. Packed and shipped by volunteers from West Newton, PA, and every order pays for trail maintenance.
Every order maintains a mile.
TrailKeepers merchandise funds the fuel, materials, and supplies that keep 85+ miles of trail open and free.