Florida Progress Trail
Florida Progress Trail is a cycling, inline skater and pedestrian route planned for Progress Energy right of way by US 19 in Pinellas County, Florida.[1][2] Ultimately, completion of the trail will require the construction of four bypasses in order to cross major highways and roads.[1]
The northern end is supposed to connect with the East Lake/ Tarpon Springs section of the Pinellas Trail and the southern section ending at a connection to the through Weedon Island. A connection to the Friendship Trail, along the now closed older Gandy Bridge was also planned.[1]
History[]
A 99-year lease was approved between the Pinellas County Commissioners and Progress Energy on November 23, 1999, allowing for the development of a 20.6 mile trail. Progress Energy is responsible for construction, to be funded with sales tax revenue and any available federal funding.[1]
References[]
- ^ a b c d Progress Energy Trail Extension Pinellas County
- ^ Clearwater East West Trail map Get Active Tampa
External links[]
- Progress Energy Trail Never Ending Cycling Chronicle
- Youtube video of trail section and US 19 crossing
- Geography of Pinellas County, Florida
- Hiking trails in Florida
- Tourist attractions in Pinellas County, Florida
- Transportation in Pinellas County, Florida