Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Teams With Google for Biking Directions

Most of us that enjoy rail trails do not have quick access to them. The alternative is to ride on your local streets. Now that Google and Rails-to-Trails Conservancy have teamed up it is much simpler to map the safest route in your community. I have compared my three favorite local routes to those that are recommended by Google. The results were nearly identical! Over the past 5 years I have tweaked the routes with a focus safety. A route with safety in mind will not include major thoroughfares. Google maps for bikes offers turn-by-turn directions that show bike lanes as well as trails with routes that avoid big hills and busy highways. To learn more click here.