Black Diamond Trail
Helpful Hint: While I suggest you look on blog for a downloadable PDF Map, you should be able to print or save this map by clicking the print button on the map above.
Data Sources
Black Diamond Trail - You can download the KMZ File used in creation of this map.
3DEP Elevation Hillshade. LIDAR and legacy USGS DRG Topo Derived hillshades used as a background. DEM - WMS Service: https://elevation.nationalmap.gov/arcgis/services/3DEPElevation/ImageServer/WMSServer, Layer: 3DEPElevation:Hillshade Gray
Full List of WMS and ArcMap Services - CSV Spreadsheet with all web map services currently used on the blog.
More about Black Diamond Trail...
This Rail Trail follows the historic route of the renowned Black Diamond Express, once the Lehigh Valley Railroad's flagship passenger line connecting New York to Buffalo. Spanning 8.5 miles, the trail treats nature enthusiasts to a diverse array of landscapes – from lush canopies of maple, hemlock, oak, and hickory trees to serene agricultural vistas and numerous cascading ravines leading to picturesque Cayuga Lake. An ideal spot for family-oriented activities like walking, biking, and cross-country skiing, this stone-dust path winds along Cayuga Lake's upland slopes. Commencing at Ithaca's city limits, the trail culminates at the majestic 215-foot Taughannock Falls, offering an enriching journey through history and nature's beauty.
