The Capital Area Greenbelt is a trail located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This 20-mile loop that rings Pennsylvania's capital city is designed to provide its visitors the opportunity to hike, ride bicycles, skate, jog, fish, walk their dog, enjoy native flora and fauna, and generally appreciate nature. One stretch of the Greenbelt is located on the Susquehanna River, giving the trail some of the most beautiful and enjoyable natural surroundings that the area has to offer. Some highlights along the trail include Riverfront Park, Five Senses Garden, and Wildwood Lake Sanctuary and Nature Center. In addition to beautiful parks, the Greenbelt showcases some historical attractions including the grave site of John Harris Sr. (the namesake of the city of Harrisburg), the Governor's Mansion, and the National Civil War Museum.
| Capital Area Greenbelt | |
|---|---|
| Location | TrailLink map |
| Length | 20 miles |
| Trailhead | Five Senses Garden HACC Wildwood Lake Sanctuary |
| Uses | Hiking, biking, cross country skiing, fishing |
| Difficulty | Easy, level, ADA accessible |
| Surface | Asphalt, concrete, crushed stone |
| Hours | Dawn to dusk, year-round |
| Amenities | Picnic facilities at parks |
| Bathrooms | Several at public places around the trail |
Read more about Capital Area Greenbelt: Historical Development, Trail Development, Community
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