Hike from Sand Island east on the D&L Trail (Lehigh Canal) to Freemansburg and return.

For 100 years the Lehigh Canal moved coal from Jim Thorpe south to fuel industries and heat homes. Now the towpath is a recreational resource. From Sand Island, we will head east to Freemansburg and enjoy views of the Lehigh River, with a glimpse of the site of Bethlehem Steel, and then retrace our route back to our cars. Bring water and a snack. Heavy rain cancels.

Details
Hike / bike / on-water distance: 7 miles
Meeting place: From center city Bethlehem, drive south on Main Street, crossing over the Lehigh Canal onto Sand Island. Turn left, pass the Ice House, and park in the lot.
Leader: Barbara Wiemann 610-262-6977 blwiemann@gmail.com