the woods.
There might be a shallow depression where the road once sat.
You could find old gravel or crushed stone mixed into the soil.
And then there’s the marker.
That little piece of concrete can help connect all those clues.
What Else Should You Look For?
Finding one right-of-way marker can make you much more observant.
Suddenly, an old trail isn’t simply an old trail.
Look for a Straight or Level Route
Roads generally required a reasonably practical path through the landscape. A long, straight, or unusually level section