The Northern Central Railroad Trail


NCR Trail – Wildlife in Maryland – White Hall

Sometimes we never know we are being watched as we hike the NCR Trail. While on a Northbound hike from White Hall to Parkton, Maryland, this deer was spotted observing hikers from the East side of the NCR Trail. Along with deer it is not unusual to see snakes, fox, cats, owls, blue herons and even roosters along the trail. Hypertensive […]

Digital Image of a Deer Spying on Hikers walking the NCR Trail

Digital Image of a placard at Parkton, Maryland along the NCR Trail.

NCR Trail – Placard – Parkton Maryland Area

NCR Trail – Placard seen along the trail. There are placards explaining the history of the area, and/or history of what it took to get the railroad built. These placards can be found on Maryland and Pennsylvania portions of the trail. There is a book on the History of the Northern Central Railway. It is available here The Story of the […]


NCR Trail – Walking North of Freeland Road

Torrey C. Brown Rail Trail Walking North of Freeland Road on  the NCR Trail This picnic table has served its purpose over the years. I have walked this part of the trail many times and stopped for a break at this spot. There is a wonderful view looking off the left (West) side of the trail and picnic table. Next time […]

A Digital Image of a picnic table aong the NCR Trail near the 19 mile maker.