Rights-of-way are legal paths or easements that allow individuals or organizations to cross private property. Synonyms for rights-of-way include easements, access roads, footpaths, bridle paths, and private ways. Easements are specific types of rights-of-way that give the holder access to a piece of land for a specific purpose, such as a utility company's right to access a property to lay pipes or install electrical lines. Access roads are rights-of-way that provide access to a property, such as a driveway. Footpaths and bridle paths are narrower and often used for recreational purposes such as hiking or horseback riding. Private ways are rights-of-way that are owned and maintained by a private entity and provide access to a specific property or group of properties.