Abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike Bike Trip

Explore the Forgotten Highway!

Gear up for a one-of-a-kind cycling adventure through history and forgotten pavement. The Abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike offers a surreal, car-free journey along 8 miles (16 miles round trip) of ghostly highway once part of America’s superhighway system.

Pedal through two massive, unlit tunnels—Sideling Hill and Ray's Hill—and feel the thrill of riding where traffic hasn’t flowed in decades. Overgrown lanes, vintage road signs, and graffiti-covered walls make this ride a living time capsule. Perfect for cyclists, explorers, and photographers alike!

Bring your headlamp, sense of adventure, and love for offbeat trails.

Don't miss out as there are limited number of bikes available, so sign up early.

Distance: up to 16 miles round-trip.
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Surface: Paved but rugged in sections
Highlights: Tunnel rides, scenic Appalachian views, no cars!

Date & Time:

16 August from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. (Rain Date: 23 August)

$25/person Includes:

Shuttle to Abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike
Bike and helmet
Shuttle back to ODR

Itinerary:

9:00 a.m. - Meet at Outdoor Recreation (ODR) - 860 Sumner Rd. Carlisle, PA 17013

10:00 a.m. - Arrive at Abandoned Pennsylvania Turnpike

2:00 p.m. - Return to parking lot and depart for ODR

3:00 p.m. - Arrive at ODR

Location:

We will be meeting at Outdoor Recreation (860 Sumner Rd, Carlisle, PA 17015) at 9 a.m.

Registration:

You can register online, visit our facility in person, or call 571-821-7930!
Pre-registration required by Wednesday, 13 August.

Minimum of 6 participants required.

Stop by Outdoor Recreation building for our knowledgeable staff to answer all your questions!