Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from Brillhart

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Pennsylvania

York County

Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from Brillhart

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Howard Tunnel – Seven Valleys Parking Lot loop from Brillhart

01:09

17.9km

90m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 15, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 5.96 km for 243 m

Closed: • sunset-sunrise (otherwise open)

After 9.01 km for 66 m

Closed: • sunset-sunrise (otherwise open)

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.95 km

Howard Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

For its time, constructing a tunnel through solid rock was a remarkable engineering feat. The brick-lined tunnel stretches for an impressive 275 feet (ca. 84 meters). Trains carrying everything from …

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Gladfelters Station trailhead

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While you won't find a bustling station or catch a train at Gladfelters Station today, it offers a glimpse into the past and a chance to connect with the region's …

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8.45 km

Seven Valleys Parking Lot

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Here you can leave your car and take the fantastic Heritage Rail Trail. Heading north you'll be heading towards the city of York and if you cycle south, towards Towson.

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8.47 km

Heritage Rail Trail County Park — Seven Valleys

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The Seven Valleys park area boasts stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Here, the elevation gently rises, offering breathtaking panoramas of rolling hills and farmland. This also part of the …

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9.04 km

Four Springs Winery

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A beautiful vineyard in Pennsylvania where you can taste a range of wines. The winery is open from 1pm - 5pm on Fridays and Sundays and from 11am until 5pm on Saturdays.

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