Presently, Railroad Run connects West Circular Street to Congress Avenue along a north-south former rail bed to the west of the Price Chopper Plaza on Route 50. This half mile dual-trail (one side is stone dust, the other side is asphalt) is enjoyed by people of all ages for a wide range of activities including walking, bicycling, roller blading, and skate boarding.

PROJECT UPDATE

Railroad Run recently received 300 tree seedlings thanks to the National Tree Trust. The seedlings were planted as part of the annual spring clean up and beautification carried out by Saratoga P.L.A.N. and the Department of Public Works. Local Brownie Troops, school children, and families helped ready the trail for spring and future generations. Notice the little seedlings as you use the trail and watch them grow over the years!

Saratoga P.L.A.N. secured a $100,000 grant in 2002 to extend the trail south, cross Route 50, and enter Saratoga Spa State Park. From there, the trail will follow the county sewer right-of-way and connect to the Saratoga Heritage Trail Network, including the Zim Smith Trail in Malta.

The extension is currently in the planning phase under a partnership of the YMCA, Saratoga Spa State Park, City of Saratoga Springs, and the State of New York.

DIRECTIONS

From Downtown Saratoga Springs, take Broadway to Route 50/Ballston Avenue. Past the Price Chopper/Ames plaza make a right onto Congress Street. Being mindful not to trespass on private property, park in the vicinity of Elm and Empire Streets.