The Great Allegheny Passage is the premier rails-to-trails on the East Coast . The best sections , if you are looking for biking in remote areas with very few bikers , or humans in general , the sections from Confluence PA to Frostburg MD are your best bets. My favorite places to start are Rockwood and Meyersdale , and then... More

A group of 60-year-olds are considering riding the train from Cumberland to Frostburg and then biking back to Cumberland. We are NOT bikers AT ALL and some of us are not "in shape" either. I have read that "its downhill all the way" but also read "you must pedal instead of coasting". Looking for specifics and advice from other fellow... More

I grew up near what would become the GAP trail, back when it was nothing more than a disused rail bed with no vision for what it could become. In my high school years the Ohiopyle to Confluence section opened up, and we spent many great hours cycling back and forth on this 9-mile section, enjoying the scenery and the... More

My husband and I started off in Cumberland and loaded our bikes onto the restored steam engine train and rode the very steep uphill climb to Frostburg. Departed their and rode our bikes up to the Continental Divide. All of this countryside has returned to it's natural state and is simply beautiful. Please find a way to bike this trail.

We walked the Paw Paw tunnel. We a bit wet in there and there were bats on the walls but it is a must to see !

Where ever you start remember you canot go downhill in both directions. Those peddle or walk up will come back down or visea versa. Walkinf or riding a photo opt around every corner. Bridges, tunnels, wildlife, streams and even trains make the adventure new evry time. Big Savage tunnel, Meyersdale Via Duct and other sites share the path with the... More

We rode 12 miles toward Frostburg - very scenic and a good workout. It is all uphill so be prepared. Historic markers and changing scenery make this an interesting ride. Bring water and snacks as there are no towns/restaurants you can access.

You can ride your bike without the threat and noise and stick of cars!!! So many great places to stop. The train station and exhibits in Meyersdale and all the bridges are my favorite things

First time on a bike for a few years....yikes! my legs felt it. We took our bikes on the train from Cumberland station to Frostburg, biked up to Mount Savage tunnel about 5 mi, and then back down to Cumberland another 22 mi. Very fun but suggest that you condition your legs if you haven't ridden for a while. Biking... More