It parallels and twice crosses the Letort Spring Run, a limestone stream nationally recognized for its role in fly fishing heritage.

[2] Prior to 1720, James Le Tort, a French-Canadian interpreter and trader who occasionally worked as a government agent, built a cabin and trading post at the headwaters of the Letort, becoming the first European colonist to settle in the region.

Stuart ordered the shelling of Carlisle and razed the US Army Barracks located there before his forces disengaged to join the second day of battle in Gettysburg.

[4] Design and Construction In 1973, local citizens came together to discuss ways to preserve the LeTort Spring Run as a community resource.

LeTort is also known for being a pristine fly-fishing area in accordance with Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission regulations.

LeTort is a highly supported community resource, it has become a living classroom for children and other local governments.

At the entrance by Noble Blvd, there is a community garden that is planted and maintained by the students at the Lambert Middle School.

Supporters of the LeTort trail vary greatly; from local businesses, non-profit, and schools and churches.

The LeTort Regional Authority is responsible for the promotion of funding for the up keep of the trail and the cleanliness of the watershed.