That Corridor should remain as a "back-up" to the highways. It really wasn't that long ago when Tourists and locals rode the train during the day, lumber ran at night from F.B. to Willits. Once the tunnel is fixed, a lot of items can be shipped via the train, and in Emergencies, it's a good "OUT".
I think the 'rail with a trail' option is probably the best. It would keep Mendocino Railway around to pay to fix the tunnels and get the Skunk rolling again between Willits and Fort Bragg (and Northspur!).
Depending on the expected traffic the hiking trail is expected to draw, those could be additional tourist dollars as they pass by the rail stations and concession stands.
That Corridor should remain as a "back-up" to the highways. It really wasn't that long ago when Tourists and locals rode the train during the day, lumber ran at night from F.B. to Willits. Once the tunnel is fixed, a lot of items can be shipped via the train, and in Emergencies, it's a good "OUT".
I agree
I think the 'rail with a trail' option is probably the best. It would keep Mendocino Railway around to pay to fix the tunnels and get the Skunk rolling again between Willits and Fort Bragg (and Northspur!).
Depending on the expected traffic the hiking trail is expected to draw, those could be additional tourist dollars as they pass by the rail stations and concession stands.