Hiking in the North
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| Bald Eagle State Park | 11 miles of trails park map The hiking trails pass through a variety of habitats that offer scenic views and wildlife watching opportunities. An additional one mile of unnamed extension trails lead to other recreational facilities such as boat launches, the marina, the modern campground, and the beach. Some trails wind through areas open to hunting during regular hunting seasons. Wear fluorescent orange clothing during hunting seasons for your safety. Appropriate footwear and clothing are recommended for your personal comfort and safety. All trails are open year-round sunrise to sunset. Explore Bald Eagle for detailed trail descriptions. |
| Black Moshannon State Park | 16 miles of trails park map The trail network explores many habits including forests, wetlands and fields. Explore Black Moshannon for detailed trail descriptions. |
| Chapman State Park | 12 miles of trails park map The trails explore may habitats and connect to trails in Allegheny National Forest. Explore Chapman for more information. |
| Cherry Springs State Park | 1 mile of trails park map The 1 mile of trails connects to the Susquehanock State Forest trails. |
| Clear Creek State Park | 25 miles of trails park map The trails begin in the scenic Clear Creek Valley and follow the Clarion River and wander across the surrounding hillsides to several scenic overlooks. Rhododendron and mountain laurel abound throughout the park and many varieties of wildlife, including deer, bear, turkey and grouse inhabit the park. |
| Colton Point State Park | 4 miles of trails park map The trails traverse very rugged terrain, passing close to many steep cliffs, and may have slippery surfaces. Stay on designated trail surfaces and wear appropriate footwear. Explore Colton Point for detailed trail descriptions. |
Cook Forest State Park | 29 miles of trails park map From the depths of the Forest Cathedral to the heights of Seneca point, the trails of Cook Forest State Park explore diverse landscapes and habitats. Explore Cook Forest for trail descriptions. |
| Denton Hill State Park | 2 miles of trails The trails connect to the 85-mile Susquehannock Trail. |
| Elk State Park | 0.5 mile of trail park map The easy hiking Maple Trail begins at the Army Corps of Engineers parking area and travels along the southern end of East Branch Lake. Wildlife and waterfowl viewing is possible along this trail. |
| Elk Country Visitor Center | Short trails around the center explore different habitats and wildlife watching opportunities. |
| Hills Creek State Park | 5.5 miles of trails park map Trails circle the lak and connect to the Northern Extension of the Mid tate Trail. Explore Hills Creek for detailed trail descriptions. |
| Hyner Run State Park | 5 miles of trails park map The park is the eastern trailhead for the 50-mile Donut Hole Trail system, a moderate to rugged trail for the backpackers. Shorter hikes are available close to the park on state forest lands. |
| Kettle Creek State Park | 2 miles of trails park map Novice and experienced hikers will find an abundance of trails in the park area. Short day-hikes are possible on the many park trails. Backpackers can enjoy the 53-mile Donut Hole Trail with an access parking lot across from the Lower Campground. This trail connects onto several other trail systems. Trail maps are available at the park office. |
| Leonard Harrison State Park | 4.6 miles of trails park map The trails traverse very rugged terrain, passing close to many steep cliffs, and may have slippery surfaces. Stay on designated trail surfaces and wear appropriate footwear. Explore Leonard Harrison for detailed trail descriptions |
| Little Pine State Park | 14 miles of trails park map There are also many miles of trails in the adjacent Tiadaghton State Forest. Explore Little Pine for detailed trail descriptions. |
| Lyman Run State Park | 6 miles of hiking trails park map Trails pass near the lake and through forests and connect to trails in Susquehannock State Forest. Explore Lyman Run for more trail information. |
| Ole Bull State Park | 5 miles of trails park map The Daugherty Loop Trail combines old logging and railroad grades to form a one hour walk through the Black Forest of Pennsylvania. Ole Bull Trail leads to the historic foundation remains of Ole Bull’s “home site” and a panoramic view of the park area. The Beaver Dam Nature Trail provides an introduction to the habitats along Kettle Creek. This 0.75-mile trail starts at the concrete fordway and has a flat trail surface. The 85-mile Susquehannock Trail System passes through Ole Bull State Park. |
| Parker Dam State Park | 4 miles of trails park map Many hiking trails begin or pass through Parker Dam State Park and continue into the surrounding Moshannon State Forest. Some trails travel through the tornado blowdown, while others follow along streams or through hardwood forests. Hike the Trail of New Giants and then Souder's Trail to compare a young forest to a mature forest. Explore Parker Dam for more trail information. |
| Patterson State Park | Patterson is a trailhead for the 85-mile Susquehannock Trail, a favorite of backpackers. |
| Prouty Place State Park | 1 miles of trail The trail connects to the 85-mile Susquehannock Trail. |
| Ravensburg State Park | 1 mile of trails park map Raven Trail nearly runs the length of the park, parallel to Rauchtown Run. Several other trails provide steep access to rocky outcrops or access to longer hiking trails on state forest land, including the 250-mile Mid State backpacking trail. Proper attire and good physical conditioning are recommended for your comfort and safety. |
| Simon B. Elliott State Park | 3 miles of trails park map Hiking trails take visitors to various places on the mountaintop while backpack hikers can get on the Quehanna Trail by way of the Central Pennsylvania Lumber Company Trail. The Quehanna Trail System offers over 75 miles of hiking and backpacking. Hikers can go for up to seven overnights without retracing steps by using the northern and southern loops and connecting trails. This trail also connects onto the Susquehannock Trail system above the community of Sinnemahoning. |
| Sinnemahoning State Park | 5 miles of trails park map Several trails offer a chance to observe some of the more remote areas of the park. The Red Spruce Trail is about one mile long and runs from the campground to the Forty Maples Picnic Area. For one-third of its length it passes through a mixed hardwood forest, then traverses an old field converted to a spruce plantation. Venomous snakes (rattlesnakes) may be encountered in this area. Low Lands Trail was originally part of the Philadelphia and Erie Railroad. It is an easy hike through thick spruce, grassy openings, vernal ponds, streamside bottoms and ends at the Wildlife Viewing Area at the north end of the park. There are lots of opportunities along this trail to spot grassland birds, osprey, elk and butterflies. |
| Sizerville State Park | 5 miles of trails park map The trails follow a creek and pass through forest and connect to trails in Elk State Forest. Explore Sizerville for detailed trail descriptions. |
