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Desire Paths

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Desire paths Desire paths can be paths created as a consequence of erosion caused by human or animal foot-fall or traffic. The paths usually represent the shortest or most easily navigated routes between origins and destinations. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desire_path

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[โ€“] hughperman 10 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 children)

Mountain biker here, a primarily bike path would have a deeper rut in it cause of the way tyres sink into the earth. Also, no tyres tracks visible. Probably would have some bikers, but not its main purpose, I'd guess.

[โ€“] Soylentcolaispeople 2 points 2 years ago

Excellent I appreciate the expertise - and that totally makes sense.