Lights Open Manayunk Bridge Trail For 24-Hour Access

MANAYUNK, PHILADELPHIA — For years, people in Manayunk and the Lower Merion area have sought to have the Manayunk Bridge Trail lighted up to allow nighttime use.

Now, after much planning, the bridge's lights are active.

New trail lighting and security upgrades were designed to enhance trail safety and provide 24 hour access, according to the city.

Here’s what you need to know about the recently completed bridge trail upgrades.
Rails to trails

The historic railway bridge reopened as a multi-use path in 2015. Project scope and expanded access

Before the lights were installed, the trail was only open 8 a.m. to 9 p.m from April to November and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. the rest of the year.

Construction began in May 2021 and the project was completed last week.