Collier Approves Rail-to-Trail Purchase

County to buy 1.5 miles of railway for new pedestrian and bike path

Mar. 11, 2026 at 6:38pm

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Collier County commissioners have approved a plan to purchase 1.5 miles of railway in order to convert it into a new pedestrian and bicycle trail. The move is part of a larger effort to develop a rail-to-trail project in the area.

Why it matters

The rail-to-trail project aims to provide residents with more opportunities for outdoor recreation and alternative transportation options, while also preserving the former railway corridor for public use.

The details

The county will be purchasing the 1.5 mile stretch of railway in order to convert it into a new trail for pedestrians and cyclists. This is part of a larger effort to develop a rail-to-trail project in the region.

  • On March 11, 2026, Collier County commissioners approved the plan to purchase the railway.

The players

Collier County Commissioners

The governing body of Collier County, Florida that approved the plan to purchase the railway for the rail-to-trail project.

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What’s next

The county will now move forward with purchasing the 1.5 mile stretch of railway in order to begin converting it into a new pedestrian and bicycle trail.

The takeaway

The rail-to-trail project in Collier County aims to provide residents with more opportunities for outdoor recreation and alternative transportation, while preserving an important community asset.