BY CARYN GRESHAM FOR CHARLESTON GAZETTE-MAIL
Thirty-three years ago, walking and biking enthusiasts, railroad history buffs, conservation and parks groups, and active-transportation activists formed the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. The organization works coast to coast, supporting the development of thousands of miles of rail trails and multi-use trails for millions of people to explore and enjoy.
According to the Rails-to-Trails Conservancy, there are 2,131 open rail trails comprising 24,075 miles in the U.S. Another 812 rail-trail projects are in development, which will add another 8,684 miles.
West Virginia has 67 rail trails with 566 miles of open rail and logging trails. The state is developing 14 new projects with a potential of adding 135 more miles of trails…
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