Originally Posted by trailmix

Let me clarify a bit. There is a faint path that runs along 90-95% of the route that I assume is used by service trucks and it is approximately 10-12 feet from the track itself. Some areas of the path are more prominent than others so there would be a few instances of riding the larger rocks. The tracks are freight only and the trains are very loud so I don't see how they could sneak up on anyone. And again, I will not be riding on the tracks.

Honestly, this seems less dangerous than the highway which is pretty hostile to cyclists. At least I know exactly where the train is going to be unlike the traffic on the highway.

I am going to stick to the backroads for now until I can do some more investigating but I am still open to this option. Thanks for the input.