Uptown Connection Trail

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Uptown Connection Trail

Corner of Franklin and Depot Streets, Martinsville, VA 24112
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Located in the center of historic UpTown Martinsville, the Uptown Connection Trail is a paved trail and is the perfect trail to take a nice bike ride, to walk or to run. The trail is 0.6 mile long and will serve as an access point to the 4.5 mile Dick & Willie Passage Rail Trail as well as the 0.5 mile Silver Bell Trail.

Whether you’re walking or biking, the Uptown Connection Trail is a very relaxing commute where you can enjoy beautiful scenery and wildlife.

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