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Walk the historic Brillhart Station area on the York Heritage Rail Trailfarm views, wild turkeys, York College, and a unique rural-to-urban journey await!
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Heritage Rail Trail Walk #1
Year Round Walk
SN: 130551 - 2026 / Y1771
From Thu, Jan 1st, 2026 to Dec 31st, 2026
Start box available: 24/7
Physical start box and Online start box (OSB) option
York, Pennsylvania
WARNING: The map pin is for reference only and may not accurately indicate the start box location or the event start.
| Special programs Anniversaries Hurrah Par-For-The-Course Rails-To-Trails CC: York County |
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Event comments
The walk near Brillhart Station offers a unique blend of rural charm and urban transition along the York Heritage Rail Trail. Brillhart Station, once a bustling railroad stop, played a vital role in York County's transportation and commerce in the early 20th century. Passing farms, a peaceful creek, residential areas, a golf course, and industrial sites, the route showcases the region's diverse landscape. York College adds vibrant energy, while wild turkeys often grace the trail, blending nature with history on this memorable walk from countryside to city.
Rating: 1B, Distance: 5, 10km
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Restrooms: Yes |
Pets: Yes |
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Strollers: Easy |
Wheelchairs: Medium |
Event information
The walk box is on the front porch, under a bench, and is accessible at all times Start time dawn to dusk. Easy walk on the York Heritage Rail Trail from Brillhart Station access area North to the intersection with Grantley Road and back. There is a port-a-john at the Brillhart Station trailhead. If all of the parking at Brillhart Station has been taken, there is additional parking at the adjacent athletic fields.
Awards: IVV CREDIT ONLY
OSB - First register for the event
The detailed location of, and driving directions to, the event starting point are included in the event directions, downloaded from the Online Start Box (OSB). To plan your travels, please use the map on this page. The POC does not provide event directions nor accept alternate payment methods.
This event also has a physical start box. These are the driving directions:
90 Indian Rock Dam Rd., York, PA17403 (717)741-3485. From north or south take I-83 to exit 14, the Leaders Heights exit. Turn left off ramp if coming from south, right if coming from north, onto Leaders Heights Rd., PA 182. West: proceed to S. George St (the road name changes to Indian Rock Dam Rd). Proceed on Indian Rock Dam Road. The Farm Store is then a half mile on the left. You will register here and drive 3 miles to the start point.
Maps phrase and directions link
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Perrydell Farm Store, 90 Indian Rock Dam Rd, York, PA 17403 |
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This event has a remote start.
2.7 miles to Brillhart Station.
PLEASE do not mix and match between the two registration methods. It will confuse you and the club. Choose one, OSB or PSB, to complete the event.
York White Rose Wanderers (AVA-0236)
Event website: www.ywrw.org
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