Grant Awarded for Saluda Grade Trail
July 11th 2024
The Saluda Grade Trail was awarded a $450,000 grant from the federal Appalachian Regional Initiative for Stronger Economies, announced today.
Saluda Railway Memories with Mrs. Pearlie Mae
November 30th 2023
The renowned educator reflects on growing up along the railroad and what she hopes the future Saluda Grade Trail means to the community.
Community Input Sought for Saluda Grade Trail Feasibility Study
October 19th 2023
The Saluda Grade Trail Conservancy is conducting a Feasibility Study to assess the possibility of converting the Saluda Grade rail corridor into a greenway trail. As part of this study, we are gathering input from the community about the proposed greenway trail.
NC Budget Includes Funding for Saluda Grade Trail
September 29th 2023
The newly approved state budget includes $12 million over two years to purchase the portion of the rail corridor in North Carolina.
Pearson Family Memories of Life Along the Railway
September 25th 2023
"When I learned about the SGT, I was really excited about it. To me, given the work that my great-grandfather did to lay out that line, I think it’s a perfect way to preserve his legacy,” says a great-granddaughter of Captain Charles Pearson, who is credited with determining the route for the Saluda Grade.
Public Meetings October 17 and 19
September 19th 2023
The best version of the Saluda Grade Trail is one that includes your input! Share your vision, goals, and concerns for the Trail at two drop-in style public meetings in October.
SC includes $10 million in new budget for the Saluda Grade Trail
June 22nd 2023
The SC State Legislature recently included $10 million in the 2023-2024 budget towards the purchase of the Saluda Grade Trail, which will run through Northern Spartanburg and Greenville Counties into the mountains of Western NC.
Agreement Reached on Saluda Grade Rail Line
March 16th 2023
A coalition of nonprofits that is spearheading the Saluda Grade Trail has reached an agreement with Norfolk Southern to sell the 31-mile rail line for use as a recreational rail trail.
Help Us Realize the Saluda Grade Trail
Across the United States, inactive rail lines have found new life as vibrant rail trails. Now, we have the opportunity to create a beautiful new trail along the historic Saluda Grade rail line!
A new rail trail that travels from the rolling countryside of Upstate South Carolina, through historic and vibrant small towns, and into the spectacular mountain scenery of Western North Carolina.
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