Paw paw tunnel5/2/2023 However, as you know, this has been a recurring question since the National Park Service (NPS) announced the construction project along the towpath downriver from the tunnel. I, myself, do not have first hand, current information to respond directly to your question. Cyclists are reminded that they are required to dismount along the Tunnel Bypass Trail.” Plan for the Tunnel Bypass Trail taking between one and a half to two and a half hours depending on your load, fitness level, and pace. Carry and drink lots of water during ascent and descent. Wear sturdy shoes that have good traction. What should I know about the Tunnel Bypass Trail? On the downstream (construction) end, the bypass begins where the Tunnel Hill Trail meets the towpath near mile marker 155 and climbs 0.82 miles to the top (one foot of rise per 11.5 feet of distance). From the upstream (parking lot) end, the Tunnel Bypass Trail begins by crossing the canal prism and climbs 0.63 miles to the top (or about one foot of rise per nine feet of distance). The Tunnel Bypass Trail is approximately a mile and a half in length with an elevation change of 375 feet. “How long is the Tunnel Bypass Trail? How steep is it? With decreasing daylight this fall the additional time to traverse the bypass may influence one’s trip schedule and overnight plans. Although the estimate of time to traverse it seems conservative it is dependent on several factors as cited. Having traversed this bypass trail a few years ago (and facing it again in a few weeks) this info seems accurate and fair. In just a few mere seconds to check the NPS website, the following info about the Tunnel Bypass Trail is provided.
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