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The trail currently begins at the end of the sidewalk at the east end of the Robert S. Jones Industrial Center. It then runs around the perimeter of the parking lot to the the bank of the river, then turns sharply east onto old trolley bed. The trail runs behind the easternmost industrial building, and slowly curves to run between the river and Route 11 to the Paddock Bridge. This section of the trail is not paved, however the stone dust surface has been compacted so that it is suitable for most bicycles and wheelchairs.
Governor Dean (in STAG T-shirt) joins Chairman McGrady (in
purple sweater) and local officials to cut the ribbon during opening ceremonies
for the trail.
Digital picture by Kenyon F. Karl on September 30, 2000.
This decorative gatepost at the back corner of the Robert S.
Jones Industrial Center was the scene of the ribbon-cutting ceremonies.
Digital picture by Kenyon F. Karl on September 30, 2000.
A large group of bicyclists gather after the ceremonies for
a 'fun ride' down the newly opened trail.
Digital picture by Kenyon F. Karl on September 30, 2000.
The trail emerges from behind the easternmost industrial
building to run alongside Route 11.
Digital picture by Kenyon F. Karl on September 30, 2000.
Trailhead parking is available at the east end of the Robert S. Jones Industrial
Center on Route 11, 1.2 miles east of downtown Springfield.
Walkers and bicyclists can use the sidewalk beside Route 11 to reach downtown
Springfield.
The Springfield
Route of the Town & Village Bus
stops at the Robert S. Jones Industrial Center during an early morning trip.
Otherwise the nearest bus stop is at the Whitcomb Building at the southeast edge
of the downtown area. Previous communications suggest that the Town
& Village Bus does not accommodate bicycles & skis!
