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Northwest River Trail
Northwest Lancaster County River Trail on the Susquehanna River, from Columbia to Marietta to Bainbridge to Falmouth.
Hop off the trail and visit our historic river town for eats, drinks, events, activities, and recreation. MARIETTA TRAIL ACCESS POINTS (Listed from East to West):
--> Riverfront Park / Vinegar Ferry Road:
Riverfront Park is just north of Marietta. It includes a boat launch, restrooms and a large pavilion. The park is maintained by the Park Commission at East Donegal Township who organize a summer Music in the Park series and Children's Programs. Contact the Township at 717-426-3167 for details.
--> S Decatur Street: Decatur Street Access is a water access point for the 53-mile Susquehanna Water Trail, Lower Section, which is managed by Susquehanna Heritage and designated as a National Recreation Trail. Decatur Street Access also serves as a trailhead for the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail.
--> S Gay Street: Located along Front Street, Gay Street provides access to Marietta and the Northwest River Trail for pedestrians and bicycles. You will also find a path to the river for bank fishing and wading. Take a break on the park bench at this NWRT access point.
--> S New Haven Street: Located along Front Street, New Haven Street provides access to Marietta and the Northwest River Trail for pedestrians and bicycles.
--> S Chestnut Street: Located along Front Street, Chestnut Street provides access to Marietta and the Northwest River Trail for pedestrians, bicycles, and vehicles.
--> S Bank Street: Located along Front Street, Bank Street provides access to Marietta and the Northwest River Trail for pedestrians and bicycles.
--> Robert K Mowrer Drive (Iron Furnace Park):
Access to the river in Marietta Borough near Musselman-Vesta Iron Furnace Center. This water access point is part of the 53-mile Susquehanna Water Trail – Lower section, which is managed by Susquehanna Heritage and designated as a National Recreation Trail. This access point is also a trailhead for the Northwest Lancaster County River Trail.