Besides the two Frank Lloyd Wright homes—Fallingwater and Kentuck Knob—the most popular attraction among guests staying at our vacation rentals is the bike trail. In many cases, it rivals a visit to nearby Ohiopyle. In fact, from most of our homes, the trail is practically right outside your door.

Just as visitors travel from across the country and around the world to tour Fallingwater, they also come to ride the Great Allegheny Passage (GAP), one of the nation’s premier rail-trails.

The GAP follows a former railroad corridor that has been transformed into a scenic biking, walking, and hiking trail stretching from Pittsburgh to Cumberland, Maryland, where it connects with the C&O Canal Towpath and continues all the way to Washington, DC.

If a 300+ mile adventure isn’t on your agenda, the trail also offers excellent day-trip options right from our properties. Shaded by trees and winding alongside the river, it’s a pleasant ride even on warm summer days.

From River Road, cross the Youghiogheny River Bridge and turn left to follow the river downstream toward Ohiopyle, approximately 11 miles away. Or turn right and follow the Casselman River upstream to the town of Rockwood, about 18 miles from the bridge. Either direction offers beautiful scenery, gentle grades, and a great way to experience the natural beauty of the Laurel Highlands.

There is a well stocked bike shop in Confluence, Confluence Cyclery as well as shops in Ohiopyle and Rockwood. Looking for a bike tour, check out local company, Wilderness Voyageurs.

For more information about the trail visit here.