John W. from Pittsburgh, PA on 11/28/2016 10:03:06 PM:
It appears to be dead and likely will be for a long long time. The big reason is bats colonies that are nesting in three tunnels that go from Pearre to Paw Paw. They will extend the WMRT 4.5 miles to Little Orleans only. Even that stops short at the Indigo Tunnel and detours to the dirt and grass C&O Canal to get to Little Orleans. News articles said it was to begin this past July but I didn't ride it this year so I can't be certain. Check out this blog post for more details (second story on the page): http://www.thewashcycle.com/western-maryland-rail-trail-wmrt/