as they flew like starfighters inches above the creek in close formation.It is probably better later in the season, but if you ride early or late in the year like I did, be sure to bring your own water. from Jersey Shore and back to Jersey Shore. I have seen comments that hybrid bikes are recommended. There was a lot of shade from the trees. The Pine Creek Rail Trail travels more than 60 miles through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon, also known as the Pine Creek Gorge. Take a right on Alleghany Street and then a right on Bridge Street. all the locals we met in the area towns were very nice and helpful. Bring your hiking legs! Rode this trail 7/13/2014. 10/15/17 Watch out for the biting flies along the Pine Creek bike trail. From the trail head at the north, it's about a 4 1/2 mile bike ride along the road into Wellsboro and construction has begun to extend the trail into town - I'm not sure when completion is expected. The trail was so great and the weather absolutely beautiful that we continued past Cammal to Black Walnut Bottom. I did a two day ride on May 1 and 2 riding from Jersey Shore to Wellsboro Junction on day 1 and back on day 2. You couldn't ask for a better lace to exercise or relax. ", "I have the advantage of living five miles from this trail so I make frequent trips to the Pine Creek Trail. In fact, midweek, or whenever it was, I ran into a Park Ranger and had to ask him what day it was, I had lost all track of time and reality. scenery was beautiful, trails were great. Pine Creek Rail Trail Pennsylvania's Pine Creek Trail | Photo by Linda Stager. The Inn is actually a restaurant and bar but the innkeeper was kind enough to offer us coffee. So if you are looking to get away from it all, telephones included( cell phones do not work in the gorge, leave em' at home! It's a nice ride. Jim Cheney is the creator of UncoveringPA.com. Cant wait to experience all the beauty of our great state Pennsylvania. Really really awesome trail. Then take a left at the next light onto Railroad Street. The sites are grassy, level, have shade, picnic tables and fire rings. From rt.220, at the Jersey Shore area, a more scenic drive is rt. The staff is friendly and there is 150 years of history (and antiques) plus a purportedly haunted room (14). This bridge marks the end of the Turkey Path, a steep trail that climbs 800 feet in a mile. View with Google Maps. The scenery was beautiful and varied, and the trail was in good condition. I seriously wouldnt recommend using that Trailhead if you dont have an all wheel or four wheel drive vehicle! Go 9.8 miles; stay straight on SR 287 N. Go 11.7 miles, and turn right onto SR 287/Main St. Go 0.3 mile, and stay straight on US 6/SR287/-Roosevelt Hwy. Our go to hotel is best Western and I have to say the room was cleaner than any other we have stayed in. Day 2 had some very interesting photo ops and vistas. The Pine Creek Trail is located in the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Well done on maintaining this trail! Trail is closed till September 20th 2014 for gas line work mile marker 54 to 58. There were bear tracks on the trail. A handicapped accessible trail provides a leisurely trip to the vista. As I stated previously, this area is isolated. love this trail! I've traveled to many rail trails all over the US, and I still haven't found one better than this. Trail surface is excellent and well-maintained. ", TrailLink is a free service provided by Rails-to-Trails conservancy, We're a non-profit all about helping you enjoy the outdoors, Butler Road just south of Lower Marsh Creek Road (Wellsboro Junction) and Seminary St. between McClintock Alley and Fountain St. (Jersey Shore). The Turkey Path trail there is a great 1.5 mile hike straight up the canyon for great views. Most new travelers to the area will want to experience the section of the trail between Blackwell, Tiadaghton and Darling Run, but if you are making this a quick trip, from say Harrisburg, or Philly, etc., you may want to 2 The Long Point Watershed, which includes Norfolk County, as well as sections of Elgin, Oxford, Brant and. Pine Creek Outfitters offers bike rentals and shuttles for those biking a portion or the entirety of the Pine Creek Rail Trail. It was chilly when we started out - but an hour in we had removed our sweater/sweatshirt and then later we put them back on. Calling ahead for a reservation is a must. There is an old train station near the trail head where visitor excursions are run. Thanks for stopping by! Darling Run is one of the better access areas with clean comfort stations, an information hut and plenty of parking. The trail was clear of debris and the surface was hard. 63 mile trail well worth the drive from NJ. My First Rattlesnake, Pine Creek Rail Trail, August 2009. The Pine Creek Rail Trail offers a true destination experience in north-central Pennsylvania. I remember the trail being incredibly scenic and cringing at the many rattlesnake warning signs along the trail! I am hoping to ride the entire length of the trail soon. ", "Following a wedding in Erie,PA my wife and I decided to spend some time in the Central part of PA. We both enjoy Rail Trails so I had researched and found this trail. Monday I rode back to Waterville. Milky blue eyes indicate that this snake is about to shed its skin. We ended our first day at Cedar Run, the mid-way point on the trail. North of Slate Run and Sorth of Slate Run. Pine Creek below Rattlesnake Rock is generally considered a Class II river, with fairly frequent rapids of medium difficulty, having . The next day was 26 miles from Darling Run to Slate Run thru the canyon. Normally I take notes on a trip like this, so when I get home I can describe the trip photos a bit more accurately. Many miles of trails are available for hiking in Tioga State Forest, revealing some of the most beautiful scenery in Pennsylvania. We actually rode right past a 3 footer resting along the side of the trail. When I first read about this stretch of the trail, I read that it was along the road and I pictured something very different - more like riding the path in Williamsport. We rode to just above Ansonia, where the trail comes out onto the flat and seemed to be the newer gravelly surface. We love riding all of the trails in Western PA There are about 12 other ones besides the GAP trail that are long enough for a full days ride. PA Grand Canyon Lodging Map. Great write up.I always love your work. Nuts everywhere - acorns, black walnuts and chestnuts. Rode the trail from Ansonia to Slate Run then down to Jersey Shore in 2 days, used Pine Creek outfitters for shuttle, very efficient. Since we would be riding back to our car, we were lightly packed with rain gear, lunch, bike necessities, and our camelbacks loaded with water. I did an out-and-back of about 24 miles starting from Wellsboro, on a warm Saturday in June 2021. As you continue south from Cammal, it is 5.4 miles to Dry Run and then another 2.3 miles to the Waterville Access Area. Alabama: Cahaba River. I am often asked where to find food at the northern end of the trail. Although the pedaling was easy, there was never a time where we could just coast. The best part about biking to the Rattlesnake Rock Access Area is the opportunity to check out Rattlesnake Rock. I was riding a hybrid bike with wide tires which was perfect for this trail of crushed compacted stone. You will be impressed. Regardless of the flat it was a great day, great trip and with great views. The second day we had Pine Creek Outfitters shuttle us from Rattlesnake Rock to Ansonia and we biked back to our car (19 miles). One of the best trails ever, smooth and well-maintained. To stay at a campground in the state forest, like Tiadaghton Campground, contact the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. He said they worked just fine. Upon reading the previous reviews I felt it was one we would enjoy. Lodging in Williamsport. When we come again we'll look into lodging at Slate Run or Cedar Run too. We started out at the Ansonia trailhead, where we left our car. The trail is very well compacted. ", "A very scenic trail, easy to do from either direction. The Sherwood Motel was reasonabel and had very nice personnel. I should also mention that the first 25 miles or so out of Wellsboro are reasonably isolated with few rest stations and no options to stop at a convenience store as you have leaving Jersey Shore, so be sure to have some food and plenty of your preferred beverage to get you through this section. The northern end of the trail (Wellsboro Junction to Ansonia) has marshes, fields, and farmhouses. Excellent! At 2.8 miles the Pine Hill-West Branch Trail turns south toward Balsam Mountain. The Cedar Run Inn is directly across from this. The first 26 miles from Wellsboro Junction to Blackwell includes the entire PA Grand Canyon. Rode one way from Wellsboro to Jersey Shore. Monday we rode from Blackwell to Ansonia and back 34.4 miles. Well shaded for us on hot July days. Over all it was a great trip, even with the rain. We stopped halfway for lunch at the Waterville Tavern and the kiddos played at the park adjacent to the restaurant. There is a lake at the end of the trail (Lake Isabel). So we left my vehicle at Jersey Shore and then my wife dropped me off at the beginning in Wellsboro. Really nice trail. That helicopter pilot was border-line crazy the way he/she was flying it. Again, this trail is great. I rode this trail in the October of 2005. Stayed at Pettecote Jct. Overall this was a very beautiful ride along the river that I'm very happy that I chose to spend half the day putting in an 82 mile ride. it is located directly across the rail trail from the path to the parking area. The scenery is amazing starting from the Tiadaghton Trail Head, but getting there is not for the faint of heart as there a small bumpy unpaved road that ends with a big downhill to the trail. All water is routed under the trail. I will return. Horseback Riders can park at the Ansonia access area. Pump water is "not tested". The views all along the way on the Pine Creek are simply beautiful. The elevation at Jersey Shore is 655, Slate Run 715, Blackwell 875, Tiadaghton 1150 and the Wellsboro trail head is 1195. so there is not much of a grade on your trip north. Next time I'm going the all the way. That means your friend(s) need to ride out and find a phone which is many miles away, in order to call for help. A little narrow foot path extends off of the trail towards pine creek and brings you to a beautiful large flat rock area that sits in the creek. We love this trail and have completed every mile at least twice. While its not enough to coast, the slope does help to make things a bit easier traveling downstream, than if you were to start in the south and head north. My goal was to see how I could do time-wise with the entire route and I am happy with how I did. Plans are in the works to continue the bicycle path from Jersey Shore south to Harrisburg as part of the Greenways project extending from Buffalo, New York, to the Chesapeake Bay.Kerry Aucker570-398-1676". Beyond Blackwell, the scenery changes, with the canyon opening up and the rail trail traveling a bit away from Pine Creek. The water pump worked and because the sign said the water was not frequently tested, we put it through a Sawyer filter before we used it. To locate the northern head of the trail, travel north from Wellsboro on rt.287 to Wellsboro Junction. Looking for other biking adventuring in Pennsylvania? It could use a better set of signs to the northern trailhead, but that's the only complaint i can think of. To my knowledge this was the only portion of the Pine Creek Rail Trail completed at this time. There are a few other points I thought I should note regarding biking the Pine Creek Rail Trail through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. By then, your seat is NOT comfortable (not that is ever is) and your legs are beginning to feel heavy. Yes, at . It is about a mile south of Blackwell. It is a great trail, especially for kids. I stopped at Millers store but they did not have any tires. You may want to bring a filter. Linda. There are markers every mile, lots of benches, well placed restrooms, wonderful bridges and great scenery. The website is a good reference. Linda Stagers book is the best! Such incredible views and scenery that you and your bike might wander right off the trail if you're not careful (I came close to doing this at least 3 times). A Pine Creek Valley Snapshot Facilities: Multiple parking and access areas; limited comfort stations. The trail is very scenic, especially north of Blackwell in the canyon. I saw four; I could see them perched in the sycamore trees catching the early morning sun as they watched the PC for fish. To use the hard-packed dirt path beside the trail between Ansonia and Tiadaghton, equestrians should park at the Ansonia Trailhead. I kept shaking my rattle so he knew I was taking it easy on him. One of the premier rail-trails in the Northeast, the Pine Creek Trail in Pine Creek Gorge offers travelers a spectacular, 62-mile journey through the area commonly referred to as the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. 62 miles of Pure Enjoyment! Finally made it to Pine Creek Rail trail on Sep 26th. and talking. Don't stop on one with your front brakes - ask me how I know. So, if you are looking for a shuttle on the Pine Creek Rail Trail, or if you want to rent bikes or go on a boat ride on the creek, make sure to check out Pine Creek Outfitters. Directions to the PA Grand Canyon - State Park Overlooks. A disappointment of the GAP trail was the lack of bridges; Pine Creek has a fair amount from Blackwell south. There are many beautiful homes, lake views, mountain views, fishermen views, old railroad and telegraph remnants to keep ones eyes and senses occupied. Go 0.1 mile; turn right into the parking lot. Started at the caboose in Jersey Shore and rode the 11.5 miles (according to my GPS) to Waterville for lunch and a few adult beverages on the patio at the Waterville Tavern. You will not believe this trail and what the good people out there are doing for our recreational activities. Had to bike on rt 44 to complete the trip. Although we were actually riding uphill, the grade is only about 2% and barely noticeable. A hidden gem. Camp Trail Camping The scenery is great. While the grade seems relatively flat, there is a slight rise - so inexperienced young riders may tucker out on the way out. The northern end is about 3 miles from Wellsboro. The last 10 or so miles from Waterville to Jersey Shore offers a few bathrooms and a nice finish to a long ride but no supply stops. But the way back is much easier. It was truly the best 8 days of my life. Stopped at a store (Wolfs?) Cyclists, runners, walkers, and numerous wildlife abounds. Pine Creek at 8.2 miles Ramsey Village at 8.4 miles Islands Islands in the Pine Creek at 9.6 miles Bench along the trail at 9.7 miles Bridge at 11.5 miles Ice Cream Just past the bridge is an access ramp to the parking lots of 2 ice cream shops. We rented a small house about 8 miles from the Darling Run parking area. While we have previously bikedthe Great Allegheny Passage in southwestern Pennsylvania, neither of us are major bikers. South of there, there are no stores or vending machines until you reach Blackwell. Recommendations: Trail slopes gently downhill from north to south (i.e. This section will be closed effective now through October 30, 2020. It was a great service and our truck was waiting for us when we got there. There was no no bear this time.". Starting at the northern-most end, it's about 25 miles to teh village of Blackwell. Previous Image Next Image. I'm pretty sure this is Slate Run, 8.8 miles from Rattlesnake Rock. They were working on extending the trail beyond Ansonia at the time. My only issue was lack of water availability on the trail. Parking was limited at the Blackwell trail head. Next on our list of is a trail in West Virginia and 200 mile one in Missouri. Make sure you visit the Wellsboro diner for a piece of pie. Im local and I ride the trail a lot. They allowed us to use their paqrking lot and changing room to get out of our wet clothes. In fact the second time we stayed at the camp ground I had to walk up to the bathroom at night so I had the flashlight pointed on the road so I would not trip when I got close enough for the bathroom lights I lifted my head up and looked around and saw a buck on the trail and then realized I was surrounded by 6 doe. The 2% grade is not really noticeable. Often the creek is to one side, later in this stretch you are along a road for a good bit of the trip.. but it's mostly very similar to this. And I would do it again! Pennsylvania does a great job with all their trails. The Pine Creek Outfitters drove our car for us down to the Jersey Shore, so it was waiting for us when we got there on Sunday. This magnificant 62+ mile trail is one that should not be missed. After checking in at Pine Creek Outfitters and selecting a time for my car to be in place at Rattlesnake Rock, 19 miles to the south, we drove our car over to the Ansonia Access Area. On my last day I treated myself to a trip into Wellsboro to get some food that had taste( I was a little burned out on trail mix and peanut butter) and get gas( which was promptly pumped by the attendant and washed my truck windows too!) Here there are signs educating people about Didymo also known as rock snot which is an invasive algae that spreads easily and causes fish decline. Swimming at the rock is great fun, too. It is a wonderful trail for a nice leisurely ride. ", "My wife and I decided to spend our spring break in Blackwell, PA in order to explore the Pine Creek Trailwhat a wonderful asset hidden in this beautiful part of PA! Trail traffic was minimal during my Friday afternoon ride sometimes going 5-6 or more miles without seeing another soul heading the opposite direction. Nothing on floors and even corners cleaned.. Pillows." The first day we rode about 23 miles to Cedar Run Village. Bald eagles live in the area and are a rare treat to see. The service station in Slate Run has great sandwiches and staff. From the Ansonia Access Area to the Rattlesnake Rock Access Area, its a 19-mile journey through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Another 2.7 miles south and you will find yourself at the quaint village of Cedar Run, a small settlement along pine creek, and plan ahead for fantastic fare at the cedar run inn. When we got to the Jersey Shore our car was waiting for us. PINE CREEK RAIL TRAIL (Wellsboro) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go . In addition to many of these bridges there are several steel girder bridges as well. This has to be one of the coolest setups that Ive ever seen for a cabin. (Thanks to Pine Creek Outfitters for providing me with a complimentary shuttle to help facilitate this piece.). There is very little of it on the PCT. The 62-mile well-maintained trail runs at the bottom of berscenic Pine Creek Gorge, commonly called the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. If you have not ridden it, put it on the must do list. So much so, that I wrote a guidebook about it so that others could know what I know about it. That's trip 2 for us. Water in the creek was low due to lack of rainfall during the summer but views of creek with early fog in the mtns and later blue skies was fantastic. The 62-mile well-maintained trail runs at the bottom of berscenic Pine Creek Gorge, commonly called the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. They also have restroom stops along the trail in-between. This time it was the very beginning of May, the 1st and it was a beautiful mild temperature day to do a short ride. As you travel around the corner, look across the creek to a small stream that tumbles down the hill into Pine Island Run. This is our Favorite trail even over the Katy and GAP. We rode north to south and set out to ride the entire 61 mile length but only made 35. Would definately recommend this trail and will be coming back to it in my future biking. Premier Host. From rt.220, at the Jersey Shore area, a more scenic drive is rt. Continue 3.4 miles to Hilborn Fields and then 2.7 miles to Slate Run where there is a general store with supplies, yummy baked goods and fishing gear. Order it now on Bookshop.org or Amazon. They have probably the best food in the area. Accompanying me on this trip was my wife and two-year old son. Stayed at the PennWellsHotel in Wellsboro. We parked at the Blackwell parking area, which had an eagles nest above and wre able to catch sight of the eagle on several occasions. Next time we'll start at Slate Run and ride to Ansonia. A great trail, definitely hall of fame. While some others commented on discourteous riders, we ran into none. Leaves a bit past peak. PA Grand Canyon Trail Map (Large) Pine Creek Rail Trail Map. The last time I biked on the Pine Creek Rail Trail it was mid-July of 2019 to celebrate my 55th birthday. The next 25 miles from Blackwell to Waterville has many general stores all of which offer good food, basic supplies and plenty of rustic souvenirs. I was in vacation in Pennsyltucky-, Its true. At the very end of the trail is Pag-Omar where sandwiches drinks and ice cream is available. The trail is very tightly packed gravel, it almost seems like asphalt at times. Arrived May 29th 2012 did the entire trail with some repeated areas for a total of 100 miles in a weeks time.Saw Mother Bear with two cubs crossing the Pine Creek and was able to get a video of it.Saw lots of Deer with fawns,numerous birds was hoping to see a eagle but did not.The trail condition very good concidering it rained alot that week. These slides range from about 10-20 feet in height and are very worth the short hike to see when water levels are high. The state of PA is repaving portions of this beautiful trail with crushed limestone and clay pack. Wish I had known you were hereI would have given you a tour Pine Creek rail Trail Wellsboro Junction to Ansonia 7.7 Ansonia to Darling Run 1.2 Darling Run to Tiadaghton 7.7 Tiadaghton to Blackwell 8.3 Blackwell to Rattlesnake Rock 1.8 Rattlesnake Rock to Cedar Run 2.7 Cedar Run to Hilborn Fields 3.4 Hilborn Fields to Slate Run 2.7 Slate Run to Black Walnut Bottom 1.8 Black Walnut Bottom to Ross Run 2.7 This parking area is also the starting point for the Bohen Falls Trail on . Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. I have found the Seresto Collar to be most effective. A scenic wonderland filled with cliff walls and water falls, and a gorgeous waterway with a terrific trailside terrace that travels through miles and miles of majestic natural beauty; trees and mountains, deer and bear and fresh air, otters and eagles, and an ancient canyon trail that awaits your arrivalthe Pine Creek Rail Trail. We had them make us some sandwiches to eat along the trail. Stop and take a moment to enjoy the compelling structure and surroundings. The trail is so perfectly maintained, you can't believe that you are riding on and old rail line. Join TrailLink (a non-profit) to view more than 40,000 miles of trail maps and more! The one restaurant in Cedar Run was closed that day also. This site uses affiliate links and cookies. There was a wind from the SW at 10-15 mph so on some of the zig zagging of the trail there was a very strong head wind at times but it wasn't all day as it was on day 1. Check or FAQs for more common login questions. 6. The finely crushed limestone surface is best suited for hybrid bikes; a service road next to the trail from Ansonia to Tiadaghton Campground (just northwest of where the trail intersects T357/Tiadaghton Road) is open to equestrians as well. The bridge can be found at the following coordinates: 41.588745, -77.385519. We averaged about 2 MPH slower than we would have done on pavement. I even put on my blinking headlight hoping to avoid oncoming rider. Cedar Run has a really beautiful store. There you will see the Tioga Central Railroad and Pag Omar farm market. On the way back I saw a nice big black snake crossing the trail. Friday 10-14 we started at the northern end off 287 north of Wellsboro and rode to mile marker 10. Saw deer, foxes, snakes, etc. If you have your own bike, one great option is to have them shuttle your car to your finishing point. From Slate Run, it's about another 26 miles to the end of the trail in Jersey Shore. Walked for about 2 miles when I met a guy from Virginia who was biking and camping and had a repair kit. This stream has a beautiful waterfall directly next to the trail thats worth stopping to see. Horses allowed on 9 mile section from Ansonia south To Tiadaghton. It has both drinking water and rest rooms in season. Here, visitors will find a parking area and a small general store. 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