Michigan is #1 for Rail-Trail miles

According to some recent news from the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Michigan leads all other states for the number of rail-trail miles.

Michigan currently has 2,478 miles. Minnesota is a close second with 2,309 while Wisconsin sits in third with 1,788.

Not all of these trail miles are as well-developed as the Paint Creek or Dequindre Cut, but they’re open so they count.

It’s good to see Michigan leading the nation in a positive category.

Tags: Michigan, Minnesota, Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, Trails, Wisconsin

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2 Responses to “Michigan is #1 for Rail-Trail miles”

Steve Bean Says:
October 22nd, 2010 at 1:27 pm
“It’s good to see Michigan leading the nation in a positive category.”

That’s one perspective on it. Another is that our state has lost whatever possible value those former rail lines could provide for transport in the future, at least temporarily.
Andrew Mutch Says:
October 22nd, 2010 at 8:27 pm
What value is that Steve? The railroad lines are being used by walkers and bikers. That has a value.

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