What Can the Ecusta Trail Teach Us About the Saluda Grade?

Growing businesses along the Ecusta Trail demonstrate the promise of the Saluda Grade Trail for Polk County.

Saluda Grade Trail Project Launches Next Steps

The Saluda Grade Trail project launches its next phase of engagement! Share your input via survey or forums to shape this 31-mile NC/SC rail-trail vision.

Saluda Grade Railroad Purchased for Rail Trail

It’s official! The Saluda Grade Trail coalition, including Conserving Carolina, has purchased the historic railroad for a 31.5-mile rail trail!

Deep Roots Along a Railway

This story explores the connection between a Tryon family and the historic Saluda Grade Railway, now a potential rails-to-trails project.

See Results of the Saluda Grade Trail Study

See results from a yearlong study of the Saluda Grade Trail, including a summary of public input, economic benefits, and safety and design analysis.

Hoping to Extend Biodiversity Along the Saluda Grade

Every stream crossing or rock face that the rail crosses has potential to hold rare plants and animals.

Saluda Grade Trail Corridor Under Contract

We are officially under contract to purchase the historic Saluda Grade rail corridor for a 31-mile rail trail!

Presentations Will Share Saluda Grade Trail Study

Got questions about the Saluda Grade Trail? Come find out what we learned from a year-long, in-depth study of the trail at two presentations, Aug. 6 and 13.

Grant Awarded for Saluda Grade Trail

The Saluda Grade Trail was awarded a $450,000 federal ARISE grant, for its outstanding potential to strengthen local economies.