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The Great Allegheny Passage: West Newton to Boston

  • Post author:Vince
  • Post published:August 3, 2025
  • Post category:Adventure/Cycling/Rail-Trails
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We explore the 14.1-mile segment of the GAP from West Newton to Boston, riding through the last of the coal patch towns and some cool geologic features!

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Read more about the article The Great Allegheny Passage: Whitsett to West Newton

The Great Allegheny Passage: Whitsett to West Newton

  • Post author:Vince
  • Post published:June 3, 2025
  • Post category:Adventure/Cycling/Rail-Trails
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We explore the 10-mile segment of the GAP from Whitsett to West Newton, that's chock full of coal mining history and some cool geologic features!

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I'm a medical professional with a love for cycling and hiking.

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