The trail is in great shape. Can I swim in Peach Creek? We were enjoying the scenery and stopping to read the few signs along the trail. In this direction the average 4% grade is all downhill. Ive never stayed at any of these, but the food is very good at Hotel Manor in Slate Run. ", "My husband and I rode the trail from Ansonia to Blackwell several times, but over the weekend of July 20th we rode from Ansonia to Cammal. Tioga County, Pennsylvania. You're awesome for doing it! Expect to see a number of people kayaking and making their way down the creek. O and there were very friendly bikers all along the trail. If you are planning on doing a long ride make sure to bring a spare or repair kit. The one exception is an ice cream shop about half way but I didn't stop so I don't know the days or hours of operation. It is sparsely travelled until you get closer to the Turkey Path Trail Waterfall at Little Fourmile Run. It was truly the best 8 days of my life. Two places you need to stop at are Millers General Store in Blackwell, One dollar a scoop Ice Cream cones and Cedar Run General Store has great burgers. Tiadaghton State Park is situated halfway through the canyon and makes a great turnaround, or a rest break for those going the whole way. The Pine Creek Rail Trail stretches for 64 miles from Ansonia in Tioga County to Jersey Shore in Lycoming County. To reach the northern trailhead at Wellsboro Junction from I-180 W, take Exit 29 to merge onto US 15 N. Go 27.6 miles, and turn left onto SR 414. Go 0.1 mile; turn right into the parking lot. We spent the afternoon/evening at Slate Run, staying at the Hotel Manor and enjoying a great dinner on their deck. This campground was simply gorgeous and we shared it with one other camper. From Blackwell, south you'll begin to ride through small villages that offer opportunities for food and water. The Wolfe's General Store was a blessing, I was able to refill with refrigerated water and some additional carb snacks for the return. The trail is exceptionally well maintained and God has landscaped this trail with beautiful mountains on each side and (this summer) a flowing 'creek' along side. There is a small, unmarked trail that heads off towards the rock. The southern leg of the Pine Creek Rail Trail travels along route 44. There are also Comfort Stations about every 5 miles for the first 30 miles and then they really thin out. The remoteness of the Pine Creek Rail Trail is much of the appeal, but it can also make it difficult if you are trying to find lodging on the Pine Creek Rail Trail. On the way back, we did discover a bike rental in Blackwell where you could buy Gatorade and snacks but that was it! Made for good entertainment while eating. Take water/drinks and snacks in your panniers. Saw some beautiful waterfalls but the trail was closed part way up. A good swimming hole lies at Rattlesnake Rock, 1.8 miles past Blackwell, and in another 4 miles, Cedar Run has a popular caf. Best regards. ), then the Pine Creek Rail Trail is where you need to head to. We would hike around the Grand Canyon on our off riding days, with one day taking a day trip to the wine region of New York. We averaged about 2 MPH slower than we would have done on pavement. Hey Jim, thanks for the shoutout of the Pine Creek Rail Trail Guidebook. While the grade seems relatively flat, there is a slight rise - so inexperienced young riders may tucker out on the way out. I was very fortunate to get the chance to go there by myself in September 2005, thanx to my lovely wife who was willing to watch the kids back home and enable me to do something I always wanted to do, bike camping. 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. Scenic forest vistas can have spectacular views, but they are particularly attractive to basking reptiles. You were correct. The Cedar Run General Store serves ice cream and in a great location. 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. Wellsboro, Pa. - The Pine Creek Rail Trail will be closed between Rattlesnake Rock and Tiadaghton Campground due to trail resurfacing, according to the Tioga State Forest. I want to go back now! Most of the trail is quiet and free of road noise and the villages you pass through are tiny. Well maintained. For me this trail was a hidden gem which I did not expect and is 3 hours from my home. There is ample parking at the Jersey Shore Railroad Street trail head with nice clean restrooms. There is an old train station near the trail head where visitor excursions are run. The scenery was outstanding, as the trail passed through the 17 mile-long Pennslvania ""Grand Canyon"". We ended our first day at Cedar Run, the mid-way point on the trail. Wellsboro to Jersey shore. To my knowledge this was the only portion of the Pine Creek Rail Trail completed at this time. Biking on from Darling Run, the mountains quickly climb higher and higher until you are soon deep into the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Pack something in advance and take in one of many rest stops along the way for lunch. I saw four; I could see them perched in the sycamore trees catching the early morning sun as they watched the PC for fish. We rode this trail from the north end, down 20 some miles. Only road 10 miles round trip. Absolute gem! This section of the trail is not as shaded so we were glad it was cooler and there were more clouds that day. We started out at the Ansonia trailhead, where we left our car. Just a little over a mile from the Ansonia Access Area is the Darling Run Access Area. The ride back to Jersey Shore was wonderful. There is lots of wildlife along this section of trail. Looking for other biking adventuring in Pennsylvania? (Courtesy of Jason Buss) LINCOLN Jason Buss and his family like to vacation on Nebraska's Cowboy Trail, biking in the Neligh area, camping at a city park and taking in a movie at one of the state's few drive-in movie theaters. We started early at the norther terminus just outside Wellsboro. There is also a 1" PVC pipe with water sticking out of the hillside along the way but since I didn't know what it was, I just passed it up. From the editor: My wife and I love this trail because of the scenery, wildlife and the trail condition. You can see a basic Pine Creek Rail Trail map here, but pick up the much more detailed one available at several places in town and along the trail if you plan to do any hiking. Hotels and bed and breakfasts can be found in a few places along the trail including Cedar Run, Slate Run, and Waterville. Your one photo was Slate Run. Pine Creek & Buffalo Railway (JSPC&B) came in the 19th century. Linda. The Lycoming Mall Plans for it in 2023, and a look at some of its history. You never have an opportunity to give your legs a break. The gravel requires more effort than asphalt, and the fact that it is almost completely level requires non-stop peddling, which gets tiring. Along the way, waterfalls on Benjamin Hollow and Clay Mine Run are visible from the trail. There is sufficient room for horse trailers to maneuver and park. Horseback riding is allowed next to the trail but signs are posted for biking and horseback riding to keep horses off bike trail. 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!) There was not much traffic, and it is still a beautiful, peaceful, ride. Visitors come the world over to ride this amazing trail, which features towering cliffs, beautiful scenery, and hidden waterfalls. On a blustery day, you may at times experience the wind actually pushing your bike uphill against the grade, and visa versa, perhaps inhibiting a coast. I started in Jersey Shore and ended up with a 102 total mile ride. The only trouble we encountered was just south of Blackwell street traffic is directed onto the trail due to a road construction project. One of the best trails ever, smooth and well-maintained. WATERVILLE-conv located, cottage in the woods-close Rail Trail, PINE CREEK. Yes, at . It's a great place for fishing. If you want to ride at a good pace it's quite doable for training or leisure. I have found the Seresto Collar to be most effective. Wish therewere more like it in this area, especially Bradford County.A nice rest, picnic area is in Tiadaughton.". The trail is superb in layout and there are geocaches on the lower half. The trail slopes imperceptibly downhill alongside Pine Creek, from Wellsboro Junction in the north to Jersey Shore in the south. I parked at the Waterville parking lot and rode to Wellsboro and spent the night. To stay at a campground in the state forest, like Tiadaghton Campground, contact the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Its a beautiful, pristine, 62 miles of sheer pleasure. In 2001 this portion of the Pine Creek Trail was named as one of the top 10 bike trips in the WORLD by USA Today! There are plenty of rest stops along the way and even quite a few general stores. The combination of a great trail and hospitality of the Wolfe General Store made this a ride we will never forget - and we will return! I have enjoyed rides departing from each of the access areas along Pine Creek and I recommend them all! From this point, you are only one mile north of Blackwell, a small community in the PA Grand Canyon. Rode this trail in the summer and in the fall. 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. Visit Trail Website Diane. I rode a gravel bike with 32mm tubeless tires which was the petfect choice for the unpaved trail. , You were lucky. Comment below with your thoughts and suggestions. One mile south of Water Tank Run is Stone Quarry Run. You couldn't ask for a better lace to exercise or relax. This parking area is also the starting point for the Bohen Falls Trail on . Without a doubt, the upper third of the Pine Creek Rail Trail passes through some of the most beautiful scenery in Pennsylvania. The trail is perfectly maintained, hard packed, no litter at all, in fact there are no trash cans either because of the heavy black bear population! What a great town with lots of places to eat, we recommend the diner and the steak house. The gates are well marked and very easy to navigate. This is a very pleasant place to stop and have a picnic snack, and a look at the beauty. NY Wallkill Valley Rail Trail (1) NY Ward Pound Ridge Reservation (2) NY West Point Foundry Preserve (1) Everyone kept their distance, took their photos and let it be. To see these waterfalls, park your bike next to the bridge, which features a sign naming the creek. Lat: 41.28365 Long: -77.32301 Photo by: merlinsolis Trout Fishermen Uploaded: 5/5/2018 The imposing views of the surrounding mountains, the beautiful waterfalls, and the peacefulness of this area make for one of the, if not the, best places to bike in Pennsylvania. Very good trail surface makes riding easy and trail signs provide historical perspectives along the route. There is a packed fine gravel surface that at times may be too soft to support a narrow road type tire, so the wider type tire generally works better. Stayed in Wellsboro and cant wait for trailhead to connect to town. And I would do it again! From Blackwell southward, most of the tiny towns have a general store or restaurant where basic necessities can be purchased. Although the Pine Creek Rail Trail as we know it, was constructed between 1995 and 2007, it has been a pathway for many for centuries. This is the first place to get food and bottled water along the trail. TheThe SewaneeSewaneeMountainMountain MESSENGERMESSENGER Vol XXXI No 18 Friday May 15 2015 PO Box 296 Sewanee TN 37375 Mountain Goat Trail Celebrates Opening Th e Mountain Excellent trail. In all, the PCT was worth the trip from near Philadelphia. Again, thanks for all the valuable info. 44 and picked up the trail 4 miles up ahead. The inside of the hotel was beautiful and the free breakfast was very good. very good parking at both ends. There are streams, springs and puddles that pets like to drink from, but I always bring fresh water and a small bowl. (I should add here that yes, there is a road into Tiadaghton, BUT it is BIG time hairy, YES, it is steeeeeeeep. Proudly founded in 1681 as a place of tolerance and freedom. Cedar Inn and a Gen store in Cedar Run are on the trail. Then take a left at the next light onto Railroad Street. Its the part covered within this article. Tuesday we drove down to Slate Run and found a wonderful General Store (Wolfe's) with great coffee and pastries. Stop and take a moment to enjoy the compelling structure and surroundings. 362 for another 1.2 miles to the Darling Run access and parking area. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 18 h 40 min to complete. From Williamsport, off of I80 and 180, rt.15 north has exits for Mansfield (to Wellsboro) or Liberty (to Morris / Blackwell). Could not have had better weather conditions!! From Ansonia to Blackwell, the trail runs through the deep, forested canyon; other than a few cabins, this area is totally uninhabited. 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