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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

02:59

34.8km

300m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 8, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 1.73 km for 16 m

After 33.5 km for 9 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.48 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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1.72 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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3.27 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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24.0 km

Tulpehocken Creek

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Tulpehocken Creek is a tributary of the Schuylkill River.

While there are no bathrooms or picnic tables, it is a great spot for a break to take in the scenic …

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24.3 km

Tulpehocken Creek

Highlight • River

Tulpehocken Creek is a tributary of the Schuylkill River.

While there are no bathrooms or picnic tables, it is a great spot for a break to take in the scenic …

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24.5 km

Tulpehocken Creek

Highlight • River

Tulpehocken Creek is a tributary of the Schuylkill River.

While there are no bathrooms or picnic tables, it is a great spot for a break to take in the scenic …

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27.2 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, running, and cycling.

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32.8 km

Tulpehocken Creek Valley Park System

Nature Reserve

34.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.0 km

10.6 km

1.62 km

734 m

482 m

387 m

Surfaces

20.3 km

10.2 km

2.38 km

767 m

732 m

527 m

Elevation

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Highest point (150 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Friday 15 May

21°C

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

Ruined Foundation