Charlotte Rail Trail

The Charlotte Rail Trail is a walking trail running along the rail system in Charlotte, NC.

Along the way are restaurants, breweries, housing and more.

There are walkways on both sides of the train tracks.

It is an enjoyable way for locals to get exercise, walk their dog or simply go to work.

While we got around on foot while in Charlotte, tourists can purchase a day pass to hop on and hop off the LYNX Blue Line train.

This train travels 9.3 miles with 26 stops from the South End, through uptown and all the way up to the NoDa neighborhood. NoDo is the artsy section with more breweries so we will be taking the train next time to check it out!

These photos are taken from the South End where we stayed.

There are quirky things along the way.

One can also find unique spots to sit along the way and people watch or enjoy lunch.

In the near future there are plans to build a pedestrian bridge to the uptown section of the city. Currently one has to walk the sidewalks of a main road that goes over the interstate.

Overall it is an enjoyable way to absorb the vibe of this city.

Have a marvelous day/evening (wherever you are on the clock)! ~Val