Ricketts Glen harbors Glens Natural Area, a National Natural Landmark. Take the Falls Trail and explore the Glens, which boasts a series of wild, free-flowing waterfalls, each cascading through rock-strewn clefts in this ancient hillside. The 94-foot Ganoga Falls is the highest of 22 named waterfalls.

Old growth timber and diverse wildlife add to the scenic area. Ricketts Glen State Park is one of the most scenic areas in Pennsylvania.There are 26 miles of trails to explore in the Ricketts Glen State Park. However, the most popular and scenic is the Falls Trail. This trail parallels the two branches of Kitchen Creek as it flows through Ganoga Glen and Glen Leigh. On the Falls Trail you will see 21 falls of varying heights. The Falls Trail can be hazardous in places, and good hiking boots along with a bit of caution should be used when hiking this trail.

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Ohiopyle State Park is the largest state park in Pennyslvania, encompassing approximately 20,500 acres of rugged natural beauty. It is the southern gateway to the Laurel Highlands as well as the southern terminus of the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail.There are many things to do while visiting Ohiopyle State Park. Aside from the over 80 miles of hiking trails located within the park, the focal point of the park is the Youghiogheny River Gorge. The “Yough” provides some of the best whitewater boating in the eastern United States. The Great Allegheny Passage also passes through the park. This 141 mile rails-to-trails path, used by both bikers and hikers, connects Pittsburgh, PA to Cumberland, MD.Hiking, biking, and white-water rafting are all available in Ohiopyle State Park to anyone looking for some outdoor adventure. Additional information about Yellow Creek State Park and the activities available can be found on the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources website.

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This state forest resides within the counties of Huntingdon, Mifflin, and Centre. Known mostly for it’s “Seven Mountains”, the Rothrock State Forest holds a lot of history, beauty, as well as many trails. The best known trail is the Mid State Trail that runs the length of Rothrock but there are many more trails to be found within it’s borders.$13.95Add to CartCircuit Hikes in Rothrock State Forestby Scott Adams The majority of trails within Rothrock are multi-use trails; used by hikers and mountain bikers alike. And with the numerous forest roads you can easily create your own circuit hike of any length. Trails such as the Longberger, John Wert, Jean Aron, Tussey Mountain, Wild Cat, Sassafras, and many other await your exploration. And while you are exploring Rothrock State Forest, don’t forget to check out it’s many natural areas such as Bear Meadows, Detweiler, Alan Seeger, and Thickhead to name a view, as well as the Greenwood Furnace and Penn Roosevelt State Parks.

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