Switchback Railroad Trail
The Lehigh Switchback Rail-Trail is a rail trail in Jim Thorpe, PA.
The trail surface is natural, consisting of dirt, roots, rocks, and occasional coal chunks. The trail runs downhill on the
former right-of-way of the Mauch Chunk Switchback Railway from Summit Hill to Jim Thorpe.
Located midway on the trail is Mauch Chunk Lake Park which provides parking for hiking & biking up and down the trail.
Several bicycle outfitters in the area provide bike rental and shuttle services to the top of Summit Hill that allows riders
to enjoy a 100% downhill ride to the town of Jim Thorpe.
