Five Star Trail

Five Star Trail is a rail trail in Westmoreland County that spans roughly 8 miles from Greensburg to Youngwood through several towns. The path follows the route of a former railroad line and passes through developed areas and open landscapes.

A railroad corridor served the region for many decades before the company eventually abandoned it. In 1995, five neighboring communities came together to transform the abandoned tracks into a recreational path.

The trail passes through five towns that worked together to create this shared community space, reflecting local pride in their joint effort. Each municipality contributed to shaping how people use and care for this path today.

You can enter the trail at several locations along Route 119, with the main trailhead at Lynch Field in Greensburg offering parking. This starting point connects easily to nearby restaurants and shops in town.

The trail runs alongside an active railroad line, meaning you may see trains passing by during your walk. A branch of the path also leads to the Westmoreland County Community College campus, giving it a purpose beyond recreation.

Location: Pennsylvania

Website: http://co.westmoreland.pa.us/parks/cwp/view.asp?a=3&q=619440

GPS coordinates: 40.30900,-79.53200

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:23