... exist. There are over 11,000 miles of rail trails in 48 states within the United States. The purpose of the trail is to provide recreational opportunities for cyclists, pedestrians, runners and equestrians, as well as convenient access to jobs, public facilities and shopping. Flat or following a gentle grade, they are ideal for many uses, such as bicycling, walking, horseback riding ... . According to statistics derived from the 1995 National Personal Transportation Survey, "43 percent of cycling trips are made for purposes other than just recreation," and that "cycling on an off-road tr...

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