Delaware City Branch Canal Trail opens

The Delaware City Branch Canal Trail connects the town with the Michael Castle Trail along the north shore of the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal. (Photo: Delaware Free News)
The Delaware City Branch Canal Trail connects the town with the Michael Castle Trail along the north shore of the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal. (Photo: Delaware Free News)

DELAWARE CITY, DELAWARE (6/15/2016) A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held today to mark the opening of the Delaware City Branch Canal Trail, which connects the town with the Michael Castle Trail along the Chesapeake & Delaware Canal.

Access to the new trail, which is on the west side of the branch canal, is along Route 9 in Delaware City.

The multi-use trail is open for walkers, runners and bicyclists.

Video: First State Trails and Pathways Initiative

Chesapeake and Delaware Canal trails map