Different groups of people had envisioned a river walk, discussed multi-use trails as a countywide goal, requested river access at CVS.

These different groups met and merged into the Wayne Pike Trails & Waterways Alliance. The WPTWA continues to be the entity that partners with municipalities on planning, grant writing, and trail implementation.

The WPTWA partnered with the Wayne County Commissioners on a DCNR grant to do a Trail Feasibility Study.

The Trail Feasibility Study studied a range of topics, interviewed landowners, and provided opportunities for public participation. To read the full study, click here.

The final report of the Trail Feasibility Study concluded that a multi-purpose trail is possible and public support is very strong. Staff from the PA Fish & Boat Commission (PFBC) advised on locations and goals to develop a river trail.

A number of grants were written and submitted to PFBC and DCNR, the first step to turn vision into reality.

Those grants were awarded plus an additional grant bringing the total to more than $1 million for 3 river accesses.

The White Mills River Access Park was dedicated in October 2023 to a huge crowd of supporters, dignitaries and outdoors enthusiasts.

Sycamore Point Park construction was finalized with a dedication and celebration in mid October making the 3rd official launch on the Lackawaxen!

Indian Orchard (public launch #4!) and the Gorge Trail (connecting Lake Wallenpaupack and downtown Hawley) were completed!