Question 1

How did the Inland Rail Trail project come about?

Accepted Answer

The Inland Rail Trail was developed through the coordination of the North County Transit District, the County of San Diego, and the Cities of Escondido, San Marcos, Vista, and Oceanside. It is envisioned as a continuous Class I path connecting the Oceanside Transit Center to the Escondido Transit Center via the SPRINTER corridor with the intent of improving access, mobility, and quality of life for people living in the nearby communities.

Question 2

Why was the Inland Rail Trail constructed in segments instead of one project?

Accepted Answer

The Inland Rail Trail passes through several municipalities and has lacked dedicated funding to complete the full project. Each jurisdiction has worked closely with regional partners to secure funding for individual segments which has allowed the project to advance in phases.

Question 3

How long will it take to complete the Oceanside segment of the Inland Rail Trail?

Accepted Answer

The Oceanside Inland Rail Trail Feasibility Study is a step in the development of the Oceanside Inland Rail Trail. The goal of the Feasibility Study is to develop concepts based on community input, so that the project is ready to secure funding for design and construction phases. The Study is anticipated to be completed in early 2026. Final design and completion of the project is contingent on identification of additional funding sources.

Question 4

What impacts will the Inland Rail Trail have on streets and parking in the city?

Accepted Answer

The Inland Rail Trail Feasibility Study is currently exploring different concept alternatives for the Trail. The possible impacts of these concepts will be communicated to the public during the planning and design phases of the Project. If you have concerns or comments, please fill out the input form here (https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)o(https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)r call the Oceanside Inland Rail Trail at 1 (888) 221-2260.

Question 5

Will the Inland Rail Trail connect with other trails and bike/pedestrian paths in the city?

Accepted Answer

The Inland Rail Trail Feasibility Study will review several possible alignments for the Trail. It is the intent of the Project to connect completed segments of the Inland Rail Trail to the Coastal Rail Trail while providing access to other facilities within the City along the way. If connections to specific existing bike/pedestrian paths is important to you, please fill out the input form here (https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)o(https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)r call the Oceanside Inland Rail Trail at 1 (888) 221-2260.

Question 6

Will I be able to access the coastal area by using the Inland Rail Trail?

Accepted Answer

The Inland Rail Trail Feasibility Study will review several possible alignments for the Trail. If beach access is important to you, please fill out the input form here (https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)o(https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)r call the Oceanside Inland Rail Trail at 1 (888) 221-2260.

Question 7

Are e-bikes and dogs going to be allowed on the Inland Rail Trail?

Accepted Answer

The goal of the Inland Rail Trail is to improve access, mobility, and quality of life for people living in the nearby communities. Specific provisions for e-bikes and dogs have not been finalized. If you have comments or concerns about the Project accommodating dogs or e-bikes, please fill out the input form here (https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)o(https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)r call the Oceanside Inland Rail Trail at 1 (888) 221-2260.

Question 8

Will there be a separation between pedestrians and cyclists?

Accepted Answer

The Inland Rail Trail will be designed as a community asset, meaning it will be accessible and usable for all users – including both pedestrians and cyclists. Specific designs to separate pedestrians and bicyclists have not been finalized. If separation between pedestrians and cyclists is important to you please fill out the input form here o(https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)r call the Oceanside Inland Rail Trail at 1 (888) 221-2260.

Question 9

Will there be safety lighting along the Inland Rail Trail?

Accepted Answer

The Inland Rail Trail Feasibility Study is currently taking input from the community regarding features provided along the trail. If lighting is important to you, please fill out the input form here (https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)o(https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)r call the Oceanside Inland Rail Trail at 1 (888) 221-2260.

Question 10

Will there be water filling stations along the Inland Rail Trail?

Accepted Answer

The Inland Rail Trail Feasibility Study is currently taking input from the community regarding features provided along the trail. If water filling stations are important to you, please fill out the input form here (https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)o(https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)r call the Oceanside Inland Rail Trail at 1 (888) 221-2260.

Question 11

Will wayfinding signs be installed as part of the implementation?

Accepted Answer

The Inland Rail Trail Feasibility Study is currently taking input from the community regarding features provided along the trail. If wayfinding signs are important to you, please fill out the input form here (https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)o(https://www.osideinlandrailtrail.org/contact)r call the Oceanside Inland Rail Trail at 1 (888) 221-2260.

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