Charles River Wheelers

From Rails to Trails - Story of the Conversion of Rail Trails across the US

2025-10-20 11:14 AM | Barbara Jacobs (Administrator)

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.

Check out the film "From Rails to Trails"  here.

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