History
A major development in Radnor’s recreational
amenities is the Radnor Multipurpose
Trail. Also known as the P&W trail,
it runs along what was once part of the Philadelphia & Western Railway
Company track that was first used in 1907. P&W maintained the line until 1956, when it was abandoned and
PennDOT acquired the land. In 1976,
PennDOT granted Radnor use of the land as a bike and hiking path. A referendum in 1995 discovered a majority of residents would be in favor of
developing the abandoned corridor into a multipurpose trail. PennDOT received over $2 million to develop the trail. Construction began in June of 2004 and was
completed in January 2006. Officially
opened to residents on April 16, 2006, the Radnor Trail has provided residents
with a safe location to perform some of their favorite outdoor recreational
activities. Utilized year round, the
trail has been a welcomed addition to
the list of highly valued recreational facilities of Radnor Township. Please
refer to the Trail’s list of user recommendations on etiquette and responsibility.
Features & Amenities
The 2.4 mile trail runs from Radnor-Chester Road to Sugartown Road. With several key connections located along the part-macadam, part-crushed stone trail surface, multiple uses include walking, jogging, hiking, biking, and rollerblading. A parking lot with a temporary bathroom is available at the Conestoga Road entrance to the trail and along Brooke Road. Dog walking is permitted on the trail and all dogs must be on a leash.
Entrances are located at:
-
Brooke Road
- Conestoga Road
- Gallagher Road
- John Cappelli Golf Range
- Radnor Chester Road
- Sugartown Road
- West Wayne Avenue
Additional Information
Length: 2.4 Miles
GPS Coordinates:
40 01.984N
075 22.533W
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Click on the picture below to learn more about the history of the P&W Railway and the signs that are along the walking paths.