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Wertz's Covered Bridge – Union Canal Trail loop from Tulpehocken Creek Valley Park System

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Wertz's Covered Bridge – Union Canal Trail loop from Tulpehocken Creek Valley Park System

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Wertz's Covered Bridge – Union Canal Trail loop from Tulpehocken Creek Valley Park System

01:42

30.1km

170m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 19, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 23.8 km for 97 m

After 24.2 km for 100 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.69 km

Ruined Foundation

Highlight • Historical Site

Check out these remains of an old building along the Union Canal Trail. This isn't a mountain biking trail, per se, but you can absolutely still take your bike on …

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1.92 km

Wertz's Covered Bridge, also known as Red Covered Bridge, is a Burr Arch bridge constructed in 1867.

In 1984, the bridge was restored and is now passable to walkers and bikers as part of the Union Canal Trail.

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3.57 km

Union Canal Trail

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The Union Canal Trail runs along the Tulpehocken Creek from Reading to Leesport. The trail is made of crushed limestone, so it is a great path for walking and cycling. …

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6.46 km

Tulpehocken Trail Extension to Blue Marsh

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The trail is a continuation of the Berks County Tulpehocken creek trail The ride is easy but challenging. About 1 mile in there is an abrupt uphill that is gullied …

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11.2 km

Union Canal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Union Canal Trail runs along the Tulpehocken Creek from Reading to Leesport. The trail is made of crushed limestone, so it is a great path for walking and cycling. …

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14.7 km

Tulpehocken Creek Valley Park System

Nature Reserve

16.3 km

Nice view from bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Nice view of the Tulpehocken Creek. You can cross the creek using a pedestrian bridge, so you can stop to enjoy the view and listen to the moving water without worry about car traffic.

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23.0 km

Wyomissing Creek Trail

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The Wyomissing Creek Trail is a great trail for a relaxed ride along a tree lined path. It is totally paved and mostly flat, so it is not a difficult …

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30.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

6.27 km

4.04 km

3.36 km

1.02 km

645 m

Surfaces

13.6 km

9.30 km

3.47 km

3.06 km

670 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Today

Thursday 28 May

23°C

15°C

20 %

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Ruined Foundation