From Rails to Trails

From Rails to Trails

The story of a 60-year struggle to convert abandoned railroads into trails for cycling and walking.

Edward Norton narrates the story of one of the most unlikely social movements in American history: the struggle to convert thousands of miles of abandoned railroads into trails for cycling and walking.

Facing fierce opposition and legal challenges from private property owners, leaders fought to reclaim these corridors for the public, creating a national network of scenic, car-free paths.

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The story of a 60-year struggle to convert abandoned railroads into trails for cycling and walking.

Author's summary: A 60-year struggle to convert abandoned railroads into cycling trails.

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WFYI WFYI — 2025-10-16

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