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Union Canal Trail – Wertz's Covered Bridge loop from Lower Heidelberg Township

Union Canal Trail – Wertz's Covered Bridge loop from Lower Heidelberg Township

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4.5

(8653)

14,272

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Union Canal Trail – Wertz's Covered Bridge loop from Lower Heidelberg Township

03:20

61.5km

340m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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5.33 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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7.75 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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10.7 km

Nice view from bridge

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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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20.2 km

Schuylkill River Trail

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The Schuylkill River Trail is a multi-use path that runs along the river. Most of the path is built over abandoned rail beds; however, there are some parts that use quiet roads that are shared with car traffic.

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24.8 km

Thun Section of the Schuylkill River Trail

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When completed, the Schuylkill River Trail will total nearly 120 miles from Frackville to Philadelphia. The Thun Section of the trail is a mostly crushed-gravel section in Reading that follows the river the entire time.

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32.0 km

Schuylkill River

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The Schuylkill River flows through Pennsylvania, weaving a picturesque path rich in history and natural beauty, with plenty of opportunities for outdoor adventure.

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42.4 km

Schuylkill River Trail

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54.8 km

Tulpehocken Creek Valley Park System

Nature Reserve

57.5 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. …

Tip by

61.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

27.3 km

15.0 km

14.4 km

2.44 km

1.71 km

486 m

136 m

Surfaces

27.6 km

21.5 km

9.55 km

1.51 km

1.33 km

Elevation

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Monday 18 May

35°C

16°C

22 %

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Union Canal Trail – Wertz's Covered Bridge loop from Lower Heidelberg Township

Union Canal Trail

Wertz's Covered Bridge

Nice view from bridge

Schuylkill River Trail

Thun Section of the Schuylkill River Trail

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