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Union Canal Trail – Wertz's Covered Bridge loop from Mount Penn

Union Canal Trail – Wertz's Covered Bridge loop from Mount Penn

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Union Canal Trail – Wertz's Covered Bridge loop from Mount Penn

03:57

64.4km

580m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 55.8 km for 97 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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5.87 km

Thun Section of the Schuylkill River Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

When completed, the Schuylkill River Trail will total nearly 120 miles from Frackville to Philadelphia. The Thun Section of the trail is a mostly crushed-gravel section in Reading that follows the river the entire time.

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10.0 km

Schuylkill River Trail

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The Schuylkill River Trail is a multi-use path that runs along the river. Most of the path is built over abandoned rail beds; however, there are some parts that use quiet roads that are shared with car traffic.

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23.3 km

Tulpehocken Creek Valley Park System

Nature Reserve

26.0 km

Union Canal Trail

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The Union Canal Trail runs along the Tulpehocken Creek from Reading to Leesport. The trail is made of crushed limestone, so it is a great path for walking and cycling. …

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39.7 km

Union Canal Trail

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The Union Canal Trail runs along the Tulpehocken Creek from Reading to Leesport. The trail is made of crushed limestone, so it is a great path for walking and cycling. …

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42.2 km

Wertz's Covered Bridge

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Wertz's Covered Bridge, also known as Red Covered Bridge, is a Burr Arch bridge constructed in 1867.

In 1984, the bridge was restored and is now passable to walkers and bikers as part of the Union Canal Trail.

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45.0 km

Nice view from bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Nice view of the Tulpehocken Creek. You can cross the creek using a pedestrian bridge, so you can stop to enjoy the view and listen to the moving water without worry about car traffic.

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55.9 km

Wyomissing Creek Trail

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The Wyomissing Creek Trail is a great trail for a relaxed ride along a tree lined path. It is totally paved and mostly flat, so it is not a difficult …

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62.7 km

Neversink Mountain Preserve

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Neversink Mountain Preserve, a natural treasure surrounding the City of Reading, offers breathtaking vistas from popular spots like the City Overlook and Witches Hat (McIlvain Pavilion). Managed by Berks Nature, …

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63.7 km

Centennial Springs Hotel Pond

Ruins

64.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

24.7 km

13.7 km

9.37 km

8.45 km

7.74 km

378 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.7 km

16.1 km

12.5 km

4.07 km

1.03 km

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Thun Section of the Schuylkill River Trail

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Union Canal Trail

Union Canal Trail

Wertz's Covered Bridge

Nice view from bridge

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