Train tracks still run through the place where Anita, Indiana, was located. They are now used by the Indiana Rail Road. Google Maps has labeled a random, lonely field just west of Trafalgar “Anita.” ...

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: ...

In 1963, Illinois naturalist May Watts, inspired by walking paths she’d seen in Britain, wrote a letter to the editor of the Chicago Tribune, suggesting converting a stretch of abandoned railroad into ...

Miles of abandoned railroad tracks are scattered all over the Houston area, some leading directly to Austin. Several government entities are working to transform the unused space into a trail system ...

Since 2001, when he stumbled into it, Haley has tracked down abandoned railroad tunnels in Pennsylvania. He s found 48 so far, mostly in what turn out to be special places off the beaten path. And he ...

Ohio’s hiking trails are beautiful. Showcasing the state’s natural beauty and diverse landscapes, these special routes always renew our appreciation for the Buckeye State. Yet there are a handful of ...

Arlyn Colby’s interest in western Wisconsin railroad history has resulted in "The Park Falls Line," his fifth book in a series about local abandoned branchline railroads. This 75-mile railroad in ...

Abandoned railroads hide stories—and engineering challenges. In this first episode, a determined builder designs a mini truck equipped with rail-compatible wheels, exploring how innovation and ...