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National Tunnel

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National Tunnel

Name: National Tunnel
Rating: 2

Recommended by 12 cyclists

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Location: Cecil-Bishop, Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

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1. National Tunnel – McDonald Trail Station loop from Cecil

76.9km

04:41

650m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. National Tunnel – McDonald Trestle Bridge loop from Oakdale

56.8km

03:40

430m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. National Tunnel – Westland Junction loop from McMurray

35.9km

02:21

330m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Jillita

August 12, 2019

At 623 feet, this is the longest tunnel on the Montour Trail and has lights on throughout the year to help see your way. During the winter, the two entrances are sealed to prevent the buildup of ice, which could reach 2-3 feet thick due to the high moisture dripping from the walls and ceiling. Trail users can still enter the sealed tunnel via doorways throughout the winter and find a balmy interior. The tunnel was bored in 1913 and lined with concrete in 1928. Operations ended in 1980 and it became part of the Montour Trail in 1992.

Richard

June 10, 2025

Wet tunnel with water dripping from ceiling. Very cold almost icy.

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Elevation 330 m

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Location: Cecil-Bishop, Washington County, Pennsylvania, United States

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National Tunnel

1. National Tunnel – McDonald Trail Station loop from Cecil

2. National Tunnel – McDonald Trestle Bridge loop from Oakdale

3. National Tunnel – Westland Junction loop from McMurray

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