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The Pompton Valley Rail Trail — built on the former New York, Susquehanna & Western Railway line — was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, May 29, behind the Pequannock First Aid Squad.
“This new trail provides a safe and scenic way to walk or bike to the train station — cutting down on car traffic and helping everyone breathe a little easier,” said Morris County Commissioner Director Tayfun Selen.
The trail runs from River Drive in Pequannock to Mountain View Boulevard in Wayne and was made possible with a $32 million federal grant, officials said.
“This project not only connects folks to the Mountain View train station in Wayne, but also brings us one step closer to our vision for a much larger regional trail network,” said Passaic County Commissioner John Bartlett.
The fully accessible, 10-foot-wide trail includes high-visibility crossings, tactile surfaces for visually impaired users, and a new bridge over the Pompton River. It's the longest rail trail maintained by the Morris County Park Commission.
Officials estimate the trail could attract 150,000 to 200,000 visitors this year.
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