I had to break the news to them that the trail goes to Ansonia and not the much larger town of Wellsboro. Maybe a few too many clueless tourists who don't know about trail etiquette, but a bell helps with that. We have both Hybrid and carbon fiber road bikes.The trail is a fine crushed stone which would allow you to ride either. Next on our list of is a trail in West Virginia and 200 mile one in Missouri. Seen many deer along trail. And I would do it again! There are a number of wonderful old railroad bridges you'll cross making your way to Waterville. There are many other access points along the route. Another large parking lot is located at the southern end of the trail just north of Waterville. Help spread the word. The 62-mile well-maintained trail runs at the bottom of berscenic Pine Creek Gorge, commonly called the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 6 h 8 min to complete. "UpdateSeveral weeks ago the Pine Creek rails to trail was officially opened from Ansonia north to near Wellsboro Junction. I only covered ab0ut 2 miles but it was well maintained and nice scenery. There are markers every mile, lots of benches, well placed restrooms, wonderful bridges and great scenery. We have seen amazing wildlife! Can I swim in Peach Creek? This bridge marks the end of the Turkey Path, a steep trail that climbs 800 feet in a mile. Absolutely beautiful scenery. To experience this trail is worth the drive. Once again we met a lot of people (and dogs) enjoying the trail either on foot or bike. We agreed to stop there on the way back for lunch. One was with a turkey who decided to leave the side of the trail just as I was coming along. 3:30 At 4:25 PM stopped at Cammal Comfort station- 11 hrs 22 min on bikes-110.78 total miles ave 9.8 mph 7.1 miles to go!! Trail was pretty busy with riders and walkers at the start. Spotted deer, bluejays and redtail hawk along the way. We ate lunch at the Slate Run access area on the grass along the Pine Creek. deer, bear, eagles, raccoons, rattlesnakes, and many songbirds!!! They have a caboose there from the old railroad, which is good for pictures. [Click here for information on how to use the coordinates in this article to find your destination.]. There's a road to the right of the path, and the signs are on the hill to the right of the road -, (This sign should say Burma Shave, in my opinion!). This trail is absolutely worth riding. Wellsboro offers additional lodging and food.. highly recommended to stay in Wellsboro. I was riding a hybrid bike with wide tires which was perfect for this trail of crushed compacted stone. If you were just riding for the day, I would suggest that you begin here. This is a must do trail for anyone who loves nature. 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. A. If I can believe the warnings along the trail, the timber rattler is rather docile and will not attack unless provoked. I only wish that I was 25 years old to enjoy what they will do in the future. We did stop for lunch in Waterville. Pets of course do best if they are good natured and are able to respect people, horses, critters and other dogs. Go 0.4 mile; turn left onto Lower Marsh Creek Road. I hiked up to use different muscles. Food was great and priced appropiately. I used this as a place to return to every couple of days to get refreshed and stock up on food and clean clothes. Thinking about trying this in the near future but would like a rough idea of how much time it could possibly take. 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. When we got to the Jersey Shore our car was waiting for us. I rode the full trail up and back on two seperate days on my cyclocross bike. Rattlesnake Rock is a large rock on Pine Creek that visitors can explore. We need to get them outlawed. I took the opportunity to ride the Pine Creek rail/trail on a nearly perfect, sunny, 80 degree day on a mid July weekday. It is sparsely travelled until you get closer to the Turkey Path Trail Waterfall at Little Fourmile Run. The owners of the campground are very nice and campsites along the creek are perfect for tents or small trailers if you don't need electricity. Even during times of somewhat high water, the water next to this waterfall is pretty shallow, making this a great place to cool off if you are so inclined. Pennsylvania has more than 12,000 miles of trails most of which remain accessible during this period. Become a member and wear your FREE T-Shirt with pride. I rode the trail during the hottest days of the summer. I rode the Trail solo 62 mi to Wellsboro Jct. Marker. Road from Ansonia to Rattlesnake rock. Really really awesome trail. The trail is very well maintained and smooth. They also offer guided rafting trips and kayak rentals for those wanting to experience the canyon by water. I rode from the trail head on the northern end to the town of Wellsboro on the road. You were correct. I've ridden it numerous times. We just took our 11yo and 8yo from Jersey Shore to Waterville (22mi) and it was fantastic. I rode a gravel bike with 32mm tubeless tires which was the petfect choice for the unpaved trail. A Pine Creek Valley Snapshot Facilities: Multiple parking and access areas; limited comfort stations. They have probably the best food in the area. Wonderful trail for anyone in your party that is not a regular bicyclist. Rescuers have to come from far away and as you know there is no cell coverage In that area. Beautiful weather a little chilly. Tuesday we drove down to Slate Run and found a wonderful General Store (Wolfe's) with great coffee and pastries. Saw a bear. Very level trail with nice scenery along the way. The ride is about as wild and adventuresome as they get in Pennsylvania, without being overly strenuous. There are motels on Rt 6 just west of there. They had some really cute t-shirts, but it was really too small and busy for us to look too much. WATERVILLE-conv located, cottage in the woods-close Rail Trail, PINE CREEK. . Would recommend going in spring when creeks are flowing or fall for the . Definitely good for people to know, as I obviously wouldnt want anyone getting hurt. Greatfor families who are biking or hiking together. Rode it anyway and found it to be very scenic. "I rode Pine Creek this weekend with a friend. The best place to stay before your trip is at a hotel in Wellsboro, PA. During my visit, I was invited to stay at the Canyon Motel. Finally made it to Pine Creek Rail trail on Sep 26th. A formerly sedentary man rediscovers the outdoors. And 4 wheel drive and really good brakes and tires and health insurance are highly recommended and travel at your own risk, etc. My Travel Nurse Proffesion allows me to ride on trails while on assignment across the U.S. (Back in the snake den, Doug is talking. Deer, elk, wild turkeys, and black bears inhabit the area bound by the Tioga and Tiadaghton State Forests, and you might see river otters or beavers in the water and bald eagles or ospreys above. We averaged 6 to 10 minutes a mile depending on stops. Highlights were an eagle, 4 rattlesnakes, and a black bear loping across our path just past Waterville. Not only is the upper half the more scenic, in my opinion, but traveling south will give you a slight downhill the whole way. Visitors can use bike rental and shuttle services, as well as canoe and kayak liveries, and horse-drawn wagon rides are available on some sections. Biking pickup times are either Blackwell at 2pm & 5pm or Slate Run at 4:45 pm). On the first leg we rode from Waterville to Cammal Station and back. Much of the best scenery sits between these two points, and Blackwell is a great jumping-off point to head to your next destination. The Wellsboro Junction to Darling Run section has new surface which is OK, but does not have the good crushed limestone surface. There is a one to two percent grade on entire trail. "I rode the entire length down and back on a beautiful October Day on my mountain bike. Havent you heard that snakes can be on planes? I really enjoyed this trailand the condition is fantastic. Be sure to bring extra water as there are no places to stop to refill until and limited restrooms along this section. We were saddle sore! A South Charleston Property Records Search locates real estate documents related to property in South Charleston, West Virginia. We will be returning to explore the other 51 miles of the trail. The surface was much more packed down and easier to ride. Q. The southern direction is in the Pa. grand canyon, heading north you can see further to the horizon and view nice farm land. There are informative signs, town markers, etc, all along the trail. In addition to many of these bridges there are several steel girder bridges as well. The fourth overnight trip was the Allegheny Highlands Trail from Cumberland to just south of Pittsburg, PA (121 miles). Just wonderful to watch nature at its fines, plus getting in a great workout. Along the way, youll see some of the most beautiful scenery in PA. As we were riding, my wife and I were continually amazed by the majesty of the canyons beauty. If youve never seen this view, its well worth the challenging climb. This section is mostly shaded with numerous restrooms along the way and another spot for food and water. 287 north to Morris and Wellsboro, or the most scenic drive, rt. Would definately recommend this trail and will be coming back to it in my future biking. He has also traveled to more than 30 different countries around the world. This magnificant 62+ mile trail is one that should not be missed. Another access is down an extremely steeeeeep road. I rode the "lower" portion of the Pine Creek Trail in mid-June 2019. If you want to bike a bit further, as we did, you can travel an additional 1.8 miles to the Rattlesnake Rock Access Area. You never have an opportunity to give your legs a break. Book a room at any of the quaint motels in the area and wind your way through some of the best scenery the Grand Canyon of PA has to offer, especially in the fall. Cedar Run also has ice cream on weekends. Having been on many trails in the mid-atlantic area, I can say that the Pine Creek Trail is by far the best I have ever been on. If water levels are high, this creek is impressive as it cascades 75 feet or so down the hillside. We had rain jackets with us, which helped. all the locals we met in the area towns were very nice and helpful. The ride down the trail back to Jersey Shore on day 2 was much easier. Beautiful ride. The project has taken 19 years to construct so far. I reared up and shook my rattle at him., Well, Id hoped hed drop the water bottle and run away, but he didnt. I hope they'll go back to the better material to resurface. Although we continued to search for rattlesnakes, we never saw one after the first day! There are also Comfort Stations about every 5 miles for the first 30 miles and then they really thin out. See other sections of the Pine Creek Trail. To assist with the trip, I talked with Pine Creek Outfitters. No real challenges here. Named by USA Today as one of the best places in the world to . The trail is in great shape. Order it now on Bookshop.org or Amazon. Ice cream, water and clean bathrooms along the way and fellow trail users were friendly. While its possible to do the trail over the span of two days, many, including myself and my family, opt to simply do a day trip on the trail. Many animals along the way, deer, bald eagle and 2 bears sightings along with many small animals. Pine Creek This marshy area lies 5.8 miles south of Rattlesnake Rock. Bring enough water for the duration of your trip. Start from the northern end and it will be an easier ride. The endpoint is about 0.9 mile east along the trail at Seminary St. (facing the railroad tracks, turn left along the Pine Creek Rail Trail). This campground was simply gorgeous and we shared it with one other camper. Little Pine State Park (2100 acres) is directly across the street and along with their picnic areas and pavilions they have a 94 acre lake for . This was my first visit, and certainly won't be my last. This is what most of the bike path looks like - tree lined on both sides for the majority of it. Saw deer crossing the creek and a eagle on a rock looking for fish. ", "Rode the trail on Sept 21, 2005 with a SAG from Pine Creek Outfitters in Ansonia. To locate the northern head of the trail, travel north from Wellsboro on rt.287 to Wellsboro Junction. I chose this trail as my Daughter(grown woman with a family of her own) was accompanying me and this would be her first experience on a rail trail bike trip. One level under macadam. It was well worth the fee. The so-called Fastest Route follows Interstate 15 South to NV Highway 160 West toward Pahrump, Nevada. Don't be fooled. See other sections of the Pine Creek Trail. Join TrailLink (a non-profit) to view more than 40,000 miles of trail maps and more! I love the Pine Creek Trail- the biking is wonderful and there is always something wonderful to see- some good place to eat along the way- and lots of good memories! I had 2 close calls today though. It passes through several small hamlets and has trailheads at regular intervals. Monday we rode from Blackwell to Ansonia and back 34.4 miles. The staff is friendly and there is 150 years of history (and antiques) plus a purportedly haunted room (14). The trail entrance is on the left. 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. There is a store and farmers market at the start. The scenery was beautiful and varied, and the trail was in good condition. The Trail Link Web site has great maps available for downloading. The Pine Creek Rail Trail is one of Pennsylvanias destination trails, and for good reason. Please check with the trail owner before you go. Linda. A lot of trails follow roads. Rentals: Pine Creek Outfitters (on Route 6 in Ansonia, 570.724.3003) is located only a mile from the Ansonia trailhead. 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! We must have met 40 or more groups along the trail. I rode this trail Sunday and Monday the 29th and the 30th of September. This ""Rails-to-Trails"" trail is near perfect.The surface is a hard-pack fine stone, easy to ride or walk on. There is a small store near the Wellsboro Junction trailhead. Pine Creek Rail Trail. A disappointment of the GAP trail was the lack of bridges; Pine Creek has a fair amount from Blackwell south. Location being the key. The best part about biking to the Rattlesnake Rock Access Area is the opportunity to check out Rattlesnake Rock. We think there must have been a kill there that the bird did not want to leave. Share this checklist with other participants' eBird accounts. love this trail! Nuts everywhere - acorns, black walnuts and chestnuts. My wife and I rode the trail on July 27 and July 28, doing about 30 miles each day. In addition to traditional shuttles, one service that Pine Creek Outfitters offers is to shuttle your own vehicle to your pickup point. # 570-724-2868). The trail is very clean, well maintained, and extremely beautiful. Our moving average over 63 mile was 10 mph and overall was 6.5 with the geocaching stops and photographs. Small towns along the route cater to trail visitors, and numerous trailheads, comfort stations, campgrounds, and lodging make extended stays possible. You couldn't ask for a better lace to exercise or relax. Where are there places where hiking trails intersect with the bike trail to allow for checking out some of the overlooks? This section of the trail is not as shaded so we were glad it was cooler and there were more clouds that day. We camped at black walnut bottom 63 miles in 6 hours. Again, the maintenance crew clears debris and smooths the trail regularly. The lowest can be seen from the trail, and the last and tallest of the three can be seen by hiking less than half a mile up the trail. Then while Lucy did some bird watching I rode from Slate Run to Blackwell and back. Just beyond the swinging bridge, youll enter Leonard Harrison State Park. One mile from the Outfitters is access to the rail trail along Pine Creek. While some others commented on discourteous riders, we ran into none. Once you are within about 5 miles of Jersey Shore, the trail once again leaves Pine Creek and is much less scenic but when you reach Jersey Shore, you are greeted with a state-of-the-art comfort station and other historical information on the development of Pine Creek Valley. One of the best trails ever, smooth and well-maintained. ), Gee Doug, the wife was expecting me to bring home dinner, and I need to get a mouse quick., Wait, thisll just take a minute. Great trail. We are so glad we made the extra effort to get to Slate Run and the Wolfe General Store. Ice Cream trail access to the restaurant and Country Store Country Store (I should add here that yes, there is a road into Tiadaghton, BUT it is BIG time hairy, YES, it is steeeeeeeep. Very ,very nice Hampton Inn. Pennsylvania's Pine Creek Rail Trail is a 62-mile trail where you ride through the Pine Creek Gorge, also known as Pennsylvania's Grand Canyon. So we brought our bikes and decided to try out the rail-trail. There are mile markers each and every mile, park benches along the way. I've traveled to many rail trails all over the US, and I still haven't found one better than this. Thanks for your help!! Its got lots of nice rocks and flat, level gravel that we can sun ourselves on. One thing to note, do pay attention to wildlife. It's really gorgeous. Next time I will come down from the north. Need to ride 10 mph to keep the flies off you. And there he was a black timber rattler. People. I love the canyon, if you enjoy wildlife, I.e. Past the canyon overlooks, farther south on the Pine Creek Rail Trail you will arrive at Tiadaghton. Cedar Inn and a Gen store in Cedar Run are on the trail. Was a good choice with the slicks trail was very smooth and dry. I've ridden a lot, but this is amazing. From the Ansonia access area to Tiadaghton, horse riders can use the dirt road that travels along side of the rail trail. 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