Flora and Fauna:

Natural wonders can be seen during all four seasons. The fertile valley along the bikeway also produces corn, hay, and soybeans. View high cliffs and rock outcrops between miles 13 - 13.5 and 14.5 - 15. Outstanding displays of Spring wildflowers can be found especially between miles 10.5 - 13.5. The wildflowers, which are best viewed from late March through early May, include Bloodroot, Hepatica, Wild Geranium, Dutchman's Breeches, Large-flowered Bellwort, Phlox, Virginia Bluebells, Solomon's-seal, Canada and Yellow Violets, Blue-eyed Mary, Toothworts, Bishop's Cap, three species of Trillium and many others intermixed with Maidenhair and Wood Ferns. Autumn also ushers in spectacular fall foliage viewing along the bikeway.

Watch nesting Prothonotary Warblers between miles 8 8.5. Other birds to look out for include Bluebirds, Cardinals, Wood Ducks, Wild Turkey, Red-tailed Hawks, Turkey Vultures, Yellowthroats, Indigo Buntings, Pileated Woodpeckers and many more. In addition to the various bird species you may encounter, watch for cottontail rabbits, chipmunks, mink, gray squirrels, deer, fox, and snakes along the way.

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