The Delaware River Trail, following 3.5 miles of urban riverfront, was envisioned in the Master Plan for the Central Delaware adopted by the Philadelphia City Planning Commission in 2012. An extensive public engagement process contributed to the planning and final design. The Trail is constructed of a variety of durable paving materials to minimize maintenance and features ADA ramps, solar powered lighting, solar canopy benches, hundreds of shade trees, and thousands of native plantings. Some plantings provide a buffer between the roadway and the Trail, while others enhance the urban landscape, provide habitat, and assist with stormwater management. There are multiple access points and connections to Cherry Street Pier, retail, restaurants, cultural facilities, parks, transit networks, and a regional bike network. Additionally, the Trail comprises a segment of the East Coast Greenway, which stretches from Florida to Maine. Designed to accommodate users of all ages and abilities, the Trail regularly attracts thousands of residents and visitors who enjoy the Trail features/events and contribute to the vibrancy of the local economy. The Trail has also been a catalyst for private investment in the adjacent neighborhoods. Under the operation and stewardship of the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, there is a strong commitment to sustain this vibrant community asset.