Pedal Around A Nature Preserve In New Jersey On A Converted Rail Trail

Are you looking for something fun and new to do in New Jersey? Give rail biking a try! What exactly is rail biking? An exciting activity that involves riding pedal-powered machines along inactive railroad tracks. It's like biking, but cooler. Rail bike systems are located across the country, repurposing abandoned railroad tracks to create scenic cycling routes. Come along as I show you where to enjoy a scenic ride around an actual nature preserve when you embark upon this NJ rail trails adventure!

Get ready to enjoy New Jersey's one and only rail bike trail.

It can be found at the beautiful Garrett Family Preserve at Cape Island Creek.

Your four-mile out-and-back journey will take you past creeks and salt marshes...

... through wildflower fields, and alongside green, grassy meadows. You will really enjoy the scenic views!

As a picturesque, peaceful Cape May excursion, it's a wonderful way to enjoy wildlife.

You may spot a wide variety of songbirds, raptors, bumblebees, and butterflies.

This relaxing journey is suitable for riders of most ages and ability levels.

The trek lasts about 90 minutes and is best enjoyed at a leisurely pace. And it is a great budget-friendly activity too.

A family-friendly day trip activity, rail bikes can fit two or four riders.

Children ages four and up can ride on their own, with seatbelts. Children under age four can ride in a front-mounted carrier.

In the past, these rides were made possible thanks to a partnership between Seashore Lines and Revolution Rail Company.

Revolution Rail Company also maintains miles of track in the Adirondack Mountains.

You can find more information and book your rail bike adventure on the Revolution Rail Co. website, as well as on the Revolution Rail Facebook page. Reservations are recommended. During peak season, confirm their regular hours to make sure that this journey will work well with whatever vacation schedule you're planning. They also offer rides on a reduced schedule in the spring and fall. You may even come across wintertime slots! Don't miss out on the best new nature attraction in Cape May, New Jersey.

Do you know of any other rail trails in NJ? If so, which ones were your favorites? We'd love to read about your experiences in the comments section below!

For more trail adventures, be sure to read The Marvelous 8-Mile Trail In New Jersey Leads Adventurers To A Little-Known Overlook.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/new-jersey/marvelous-hiking-trail-adventurers-nj/

Want to do some traditional hiking on foot? You can find some great trails by going to the AllTrails website.

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