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Rail Way

The Rail Way trail at Battelle Darby Creek Metro Park in Galloway, Ohio is an easy 0.5 mile one-way trail with a loop at the southern end. This trail is technically three connected trails that run through prairies and wetlands.

To reach this trail, you first must hike in on the Harrier Loop Trail. You can find parking at the Harrier Loop Trail as well.
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  • The Rail Way trail is a 0.5 mile one-way path in Galloway, OH, featuring a loop at its southern end.
  • The trail is composed of three connected sections, traversing through prairies and wetlands.
  • Access to the Rail Way trail requires hiking in via the Harrier Loop Trail, where parking is available.
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Distance
0.5 mi
Difficulty
Moderate
Type
One-Way
Est. Time
15 min
Elev. Gain
3'
Rating
0.0
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Added
January 23, 2018
Updated
November 20, 2018

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Trails near Galloway, OH
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  1. Parking

    39.91515, -83.210406
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  2. Main Trailhead

    39.912658, -83.207663
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