Northern Rail Trail Ride

Join Neil B. for a leisurely 30 mile (round trip) ride along the Northern Rail Trail from Lebanon to Canaan, NH and back. The trail is quite scenic, including a lovely section along Mascoma Lake. We'll stop for lunch in Canaan. Bring a lunch and/or snacks and water; there are few stores in Canaan. Also bring sunscreen, and layered clothing—even a hat and gloves. It may be cool at the beginning and end of the ride, but could be significantly warmer in the early to mid-afternoon.

With very few exceptions, the terrain is slightly uphill in the outbound direction, and downhill on the return. The hard-packed trail surface varies from cinder to crushed stone, and is a bit rough in spots. Road bikes are not advised, but hybrid or mountain bikes can easily handle this trail.

If there's interest, we'll go out for a late afternoon snack or early dinner after the ride. While masks are not required during the ride, be sure to have one with you. You'll need that to go inside any store or restaurant. Meeting time: 11 a.m.; we'll set out at 11:15.