OUTDOORS & RECREATION
NOTICE: The search for the missing person has been cancelled by the family. It may be rescheduled for a later date.
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PA State Police and the family of Brandon Franklin, who has been reported missing for a few weeks, are looking for help to join a search party on Sunday morning, January 11, 2026, at 8:30 AM starting from the New Bethlehem trail head between Lafayette and Wood Street and walking downstream toward St. Charles.
If you go off the 66-100 foot trail corridor, note that trail property usually does not extend to the creek and private property may be posted for no trespassing. Exercise caution and watch for possible illegal animal traps especially on the creek side. Ticks are also prevalent. Please use a light to go through the Climax Tunnel.
Motorized vehicles are not permitted on the trail especially now that snow and rain have made the trail soft and vehicles could damage the trail surface.
Parking is available at the New Bethlehem trail head, Liberty Street, Lumber Road by the Penn Dot yard, at the Climax Tunnel on the west side, and at St. Charles.
The family appreciates your help.
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NOTICE: The search has been cancelled by the family. It may be rescheduled for a later date.
What does the person look like ? Walked that section Thursday
My cousin Brandon was just found. He passed away. Please keep our family in your prayers.
RVT follows these same rules but with a 15 MPH speed limit due to curves and steep drop offs to the creek.
Did you know? E-bikes are welcome on DCNR trails that are open to traditional bikes (with certain requirements)! ⚡
Ride safe: maintain safe speeds, yield to other users, obey signage, and don't forget your helmet!
Learn more about using e-bikes on DCNR trails ⤵️
Find the full e-bike policy: www.pa.gov/.../rec.../what-to-do/biking/ebike-policy
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*Real* ebikes, that is, no power assist unless you're pedaling. 15mph, not 20. These ebikes can happily coexist on the trail.
Not a fan.
Happy New Year to all!
Brrrr. It's cold outside but volunteers have been out clearing trees and limbs on the trail that fell from the high winds but there's more to do. If you have any information or photos of fallen trees, please report them with their location here on FB or at [email protected]. If you're out for a walk and pick up limbs, please toss them to the creek side so they're not blocking drainage ditches.
With snow falling and more in the forecast, please remember to not walk in set ski tracks so those who enjoy cross-country skiing can enjoy the trip back after setting track. Thanks and stay warm.
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What sections of the trail are in good shape for XC skiing? We’d be coming from Pittsburgh.
On it today. HNY to all.
Also out for a last day hike.Headed up the Baker Trail south of Heathville but passed by the icicle gallery on the way.
Our volunteers do our best to keep the trail in good shape. Right now, we're working on resurfacing the crushed limestone surface over many of our 51 miles originally done between 2010 and 2019. As the crushed limestone seeds in, washes or blows away it leaves the large rough railroad ballast exposed. To keep the trail surface smooth we're putting on another layer of crushed limestone. Between trucking and material costs it's a lot more expensive than when the trail was first developed. Your donations will help us keep the trail in good shape. Thanks for your support.
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Just a reminder that annual trail memberships renew in January. Membership renewals can be sent to RVTA 419 Arch Street, New Bethlehem, PA 16242 or renewed online on the website.
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If you're still looking for a gift for your favorite trail user, how about a long sleeve or short sleeve performance or cotton shirt or a rain resistant jacket that folds up really small, an annual or lifetime membership or a gift to the trail in honor of someone? The Trail Office at The Gallery at New Bethlehem Town Center is open today, Dec. 20th until 5 PM and on Christmas Eve from 1 to 5 PM or call 724-664-4754 for an appointment. Merry Christmas!
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Thanks to those who have donated so far in response to our December challenge. Moore Road Mile 36 to Summerville Mile 34 has now been resurfaced, ditches cleared and culverts replaced, repaired and cleaned out. Your donations will help us maintain and resurface more of the trail and is much appreciated.
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Thanks to trail user Jerry Wilson for this interesting article. Jerry mentions kayak launches between Brookville and Lawsonham. RVTA added a new launch this year at the Rachel Carson bridge at the east side of the Moore Road trail head. From there you can kayak around a loop in the creek and return back to your car at the Moore Road Trail head by taking out under the Rev. Dr. Mateer bridge on the west side of the trailhead. You'll need to portage your kayak through the notch to the other side of the Rachel Carson bridge from the parking lot. For that purpose, LLBean and probably others make a useful set of fold up wheels that can stow in your kayak's storage compartment. Try it next Spring in warmer weather. Enjoy! Other launches are in Brookville on S. White Street, in Hawthorn, New Bethlehem, Climax and Lawsonham.
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Don't know what to get your favorite trail user for Christmas? How about a trail shirt or jacket. Stop by the Gallery at New Bethlehem Town Center to see the selection of short cotton blend and performance short and long sleeve shirts and a rain resistant jacket that folds up small and ready to ride. The trail also has cards, magnets and water bottles for sale. The Gallery is open Friday and Saturday from 10 to 5 or call 724-664-4754 for an appointment.
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Explore recreational attractions & natural resources in the New Bethlehem area and Redbank Valley community, including the Redbank Valley Trail, Redbank Valley Creek, Redbank Valley Municipal Park and more! The Redbank Valley is a great place to enjoy hunting, fishing, kayaking, canoeing, camping etc. See ‘Recreation links‘ on this page.
Redbank Valley Trails Association
301 Broad Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.275.3421
E: [email protected]
W: www.RedbankValleyTrails.org
Redbank Valley Municipal Park
137 Park Roud
Fairmount City, PA 16224
P: 814.365.5924
E: [email protected]
W: www.RedbankPark.com
Gumtown Memorial Park
Water Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.229.7285
Paul’s Pumpkin Patch
175 Marks Ln.
Fairmount City, PA 16224
P: 814.365.5161
Redbank Valley Outfitters
123 Camp Road
Adrian, PA 16210
P: 814.229.3621
W: www.RedbankValleyOutfitters.com
Multipurpose Court & Boat Launch
Water Street
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.275.2003
E: [email protected]
W: www.NewBethlehemBoro.com
Brick House Bed & Breakfast
595 Oak Ridge Rd.
Oak Ridge, PA 16245
P: 814.227.3567
E: [email protected]
W: www.BrickhouseBandB.com
Hunters Moon Lodge Bed & Breakfast
4365 Climax Rd.
New Bethlehem, PA 16242
P: 814.275.3153
E: [email protected]
W: www.HuntersMoonLodgeBandB.com