Go 0.4 mile; turn left onto Lower Marsh Creek Road. Monday I rode back to Waterville. I am hoping to ride the entire length of the trail soon. Comment below with your thoughts and suggestions. They have the best blueberries we ever tasted!! The trail is used primarily for bicycling, walking, and cross-country skiing. Some of these can be seen from the rail trail itself, while others require a bit of hiking. 2 Main St, Wellsboro, PA 16901-1619 2.6 miles from Pine Creek Rail Trail #3 Best Value of 310 places to stay in Wellsboro "We usually camp but it was winter so we stayed here. There are clean bathrooms every 4-6 miles as well as multiple access points to create your own ride length. The Pine Creek Rail Trail Guidebook tells you what you want to know about riding or hiking this highly acclaimed trail. I was expecting a bear but did not see one. The Cedar Run Inn was charming and would have also been a good option for our overnight stay. A quick look at what is happening in the Central Susquehanna Valley, including upcoming events, new store openings, nature notes, and mor We dressed in layers, and took along light gloves. The inside of the hotel was beautiful and the free breakfast was very good. Visitors come the world over to ride this amazing trail, which features towering cliffs, beautiful scenery, and hidden waterfalls. This is the southern access to the PA canyon. Will do again. I started seeing some ruins. I point that out in the guidebook and I dont recommend anyone visit those falls during warm months. 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. In Ansonia, there is a place called Pine Creek Outfitters that has everything from kayak and whitewater rafting trips to providing a shuttle back to the beginning of the trail if you are too tired to make it back. "We did a ride on the trail on the frightfully hot Monday after Labor Day. If you go in summer, cool, clear Pine Creek may beckon you in for a dip. Both are really nice state parks with incredible camping and hiking trails. The trail runs across Pine Creek in the Pine Creek Gorge with endpoints at the Wellsboro Junction and the town of Jersey Shore. One was with a turkey who decided to leave the side of the trail just as I was coming along. To locate the northern head of the trail, travel north from Wellsboro on rt.287 to Wellsboro Junction. Wolfe's Gen store is also in Slate Run on the tail. 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. . 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 started in Jersey Shore and ended up with a 102 total mile ride. All the vehicles that passed us were very considerate. Jersey Shore is one of the gateway communities into the ""Pennsylvania Wilds."" The next day was 26 miles from Darling Run to Slate Run thru the canyon. The Pine Creek trail is our best to date. From this point, you are only one mile north of Blackwell, a small community in the PA Grand Canyon. Those two-wheeled creatures are dangerous., Yeah. From rt.220, at the Jersey Shore area, a more scenic drive is rt. I recommend beginning your ride in Jersey Shore, as you'll go mostly up hill to start into Waterville. The Pine Creek Trail is located in the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. We rode the 62 mile trek in one day and what a wonderful ride it was. Slate Run At 7.7 miles we arrived at Slate Run Wolfes General Store Where To Eat. Scenery: Very beautiful views of Pine Creek and the rugged canyon. If you live with in the North East or Mid Atlantic you need to put this trail on your must do list. With the original intent to canoe the canyon we changed our plans when the water level was too low. At Leonard Harrison and Colton Point State Park, there are incredible views of the gorge. O and there were very friendly bikers all along the trail. Unfortunately for us, it rained on and off the second day. Another large parking lot is located at the southern end of the trail just north of Waterville. The overnight at the Cedar Run Inn was an unexpected treat! Very busy also! Stopped at a store (Wolfs?) From here the Pine Creek Rail Trail parallels rt. The bigger issue was remembering the route out of town back to the Trail Head since there are a few turns along the way. You may want to bring a filter. The surface is very hard with cinders the entire length. very good parking at both ends. This area has varied scenery but no places to get supplies right off the trail so plan accordingly. Tiadaghton Campground sits on the site ofa community that was once in the canyon. Rattlesnake Rock juts out into Pine Creek, a popular spot for swimming and diving. This trail was the best Rail Trail we have been on in terms of trail condition, scenery, trail facilities, access areas and towns with trail services. It has recently been found in Pine Creek. Copyright 2013-2023 Uncovering Media, LLC - All Rights Reserved, the amazing vista at Leonard Harrison State Park, the waterfalls along Jerry Run and Bohen Run, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, The Pine Creek Rail-Trail Guidebook by Linda Stager on Amazon, Great Allegheny Passage in southwestern PA, the Allegrippis Trails in Huntindgon County, visit the sources of Pine Creek at the Triple Continental Divide, Pennsylvania Waterfalls: How to Get to Rapp Run Falls in Clarion, PA, Pennsylvania Waterfalls: How to Get to Hector Falls, Exploring the Abandoned Kunes Camp in the Quehanna Wild Area, Biking the Little Toby Creek Trail to an Amazing Swinging Bridge. The trail entrance is on the left. The last freight passed through in 1988, and the trail was born in 1996 and extended to its present length in 2012. Great views, lots of wild flowers and animals. I rode the Trail solo 62 mi to Wellsboro Jct. Make sure you go see the Grand Canyon of PA also it is really nice especially with the fall colors. To be honest, I have yet to come across a campground in Pennsylvania that is set in such a gorgeous spot. Saw a bald eagle. This town is like a trip back in time, very friendly people, nobody in a hurry, little shops, and beautiful gas street lamps lining the entire main street. . From Blackwell southward, most of the tiny towns have a general store or restaurant where basic necessities can be purchased. I also remember being very tired after riding the 40 miles in one day. The trail is used primarily for bicycling, walking, and cross-country skiing. 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. He has also traveled to more than 30 different countries around the world. Took 2.5 hours of casual riding. Wellsboro is at the high end / Jersey Shore is at the low end). This trail now connects to the C&O Trail but was not open the year before. As it turned out, though, it was a great time for observing the eagles that live along the PCT. Its a beautiful, pristine, 62 miles of sheer pleasure. He corners another snake and stops him when he tries to slither away. Again, thanks for all the valuable info. This was my first bike ride on this trail. 63 mile trail well worth the drive from NJ. Excellent! Ive never stayed at any of these, but the food is very good at Hotel Manor in Slate Run. Where are there places where hiking trails intersect with the bike trail to allow for checking out some of the overlooks? The 62-mile well-maintained trail runs at the bottom of berscenic Pine Creek Gorge, commonly called the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. take a Hike! The iced tea was refreshing! From its southern terminus in Jersey Shore Pennsylvania, the Pine Creek Rail Trail travels through Lycoming County north into Tioga County. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and horseback riding, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. Sights To See, Events To Attend, & History To Know, in the Central Susquehanna Valley. All 63 miles of this wonderful trail are open and were biked in 2 days and an afternoon with wife driving shuttle allowing one way biking downhill. Bring enough water for the duration of your trip. I don't drink but the people were great and so was the food. Region. There is a small store there that sells drinks, snacks, ice cream, etc. From 1883 to 1988, rail lines carried timber, coal, and passengers through this canyon. I always find it interesting that I see different things based on the direction I go on the trail. From the editor: My wife and I spent two days on the Pine Creek Trail. Otherwise, you can return the way you came. Accompanying me on this trip was my wife and two-year old son. "I rode this trail end-to-end in mid-April, before the leaves were on the trees and most of the stores along the way were open. Check out the Great Allegheny Passage in southwestern PA or go mountain biking on the Allegrippis Trails in Huntindgon County. I didn't see one pothole. I am an avid rail to trail biker, and have biked on trails from Cape Cod to California. Beautiful scenery, met people on the trail so that made for a fun ride. When I filled a bottle at the Tiadaghton Campground, it was very dirty and seemed unfit to drink. A good swimming hole lies at Rattlesnake Rock, 1.8 miles past Blackwell, and in another 4 miles, Cedar Run has a popular caf. I tried this trail last year, on the way home from the Great Allegheny Passage, in a heavy rain wearing a poncho. SR 44 arrives at Waterville, 1,450 feet below the surrounding ridgetops. The old railway bridges offered spectacular views of the canyon, creek and wildlife. Pine Creek Outfitters offers bike rentals and shuttles on the Pine Creek Rail Trail. Go 13.3 miles, take the Thomas St. exit, and turn left onto Thomas St. Go 0.2 mile, and turn right onto Railroad St. Go 0.2 mile, and turn left into the parking lot. My wife and i visited to Wellsoboro area in August, 2007. Trail surface is excellent and well-maintained. This campground was simply gorgeous and we shared it with one other camper. Really nice trail. We are located in an area with many attractions such as the Pine Creek Rail Trails (4 miles) which winds along the Big Pine Creek for over 60 miles of scenic hiking, biking and cross country skiing. We did it as a full-day trip, but you could bike the upper half in 3-4 hours if you didnt take any long stops and kept up a good pace. Im local and I ride the trail a lot. We completed a three day ride, camping at Cedar Creek's Petticoat Junction campground both nights. Follow the trail upstream for a few hundred yards to the base of this impressive waterfall. There are a few other points I thought I should note regarding biking the Pine Creek Rail Trail through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. A great place to visit in the fall. Great trail. We rode about 30 miles on subseqient days. We rode 35 miles first day and 40 miles 2nd day. I just don't understand where people's consideration of others has gone. The water tasted good. Highlights were an eagle, 4 rattlesnakes, and a black bear loping across our path just past Waterville. Then you still have to get back! If you want to ride at a good pace it's quite doable for training or leisure. I think I saw and an immature eagle, and we surely saw an adult bald eagle when we were finishing the trip at the parking lot just south of the Pettecote Junction Campground.This trail needs some water stops, but I could understand that these are expensive to install and hard to maintain. The only trouble we encountered was just south of Blackwell street traffic is directed onto the trail due to a road construction project. Great write up.I always love your work. This trail section is 8 miles long and now completes the 62 mile Pine Creek Trail. The DCNR worker told us that we had just passed another snake along the trail and walked us back about 50 feet. I remember the trail being incredibly scenic and cringing at the many rattlesnake warning signs along the trail! The state of PA is repaving portions of this beautiful trail with crushed limestone and clay pack. They are located less than a mile west of the Ansonia Access Area on Route 6. However, for those looking for a taste of the best scenery in northern PA, you wont want to miss a fantastic day trip biking the Pine Creek Gorge through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. If you want an even more detailed guide to biking the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon, check out The Pine Creek Rail-Trail Guidebook by Linda Stager on Amazon. If you want to check out the amazing vista at Leonard Harrison State Park, continue walking up the hill when the trail turns away from the creek. The Pine Creek Rail Trail was developed by the Bureau of Forestry on an abandoned railroad grade that parallels Pine Creek. My wife and I just spent four days on this trail. 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. The Pine Creek Trail is our 7th multi-day biking endeavor. They also have restroom stops along the trail in-between. Visible Anyone can find this group. The open meadow views, with deer and wildflowers everywhere, were spectacular. There are also several privately run campgrounds along the trail. Leaves a bit past peak. My goal was to see how I could do time-wise with the entire route and I am happy with how I did. The trail is excellent! Anyone interested in riding with someone else, e-mail me. They were working on extending the trail beyond Ansonia at the time. Everyone kept their distance, took their photos and let it be. The 62-mile well-maintained trail runs at the bottom of berscenic Pine Creek Gorge, commonly called the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. The Inn is actually a restaurant and bar but the innkeeper was kind enough to offer us coffee. The northern end is about 3 miles from Wellsboro. We have found only a few other trails that even come close to matching the overall quality and experience of biking along Pine Creek. deer, bear, eagles, raccoons, rattlesnakes, and many songbirds!!! I also enjoyed the ducks (Mergansers?) Theres a store at Slate Run and services at Cammal and Jersey Mills. My wife and I decided to do a short get-away to Gaines Pa. and ride the Pine Creek Trail. no potholes, ruts or even sticks on the trail. If you are looking to get a Pine Creek Rail Trail shuttle, youll want to get in touch with Pine Creek Outfitters. Along the way, there are several communities with places to stay or to grab a bite to eat. Turn left at the end of the trail heading west toward the Belleayre summit at 2.8 miles. 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. We generally ride the section from Ansonia to Blackwell in spring and in the fall. Very good trail surface makes riding easy and trail signs provide historical perspectives along the route. A Pine Creek Valley Snapshot Facilities: Multiple parking and access areas; limited comfort stations. Horseback Riders can park at the Ansonia access area. You could also rent a bike from a local outfitter if in doubt. That's trip 2 for us. This ""Rails-to-Trails"" trail is near perfect.The surface is a hard-pack fine stone, easy to ride or walk on. The only town/village you pass through is Blackwell. Park your bike here and take a walk up this amazing trail. There are more than 2,000 miles of rail trails in Pennsylvania, but none may be more beautiful than the Pine Creek Rail Trail in Tioga County. Really really awesome trail. You can take 5-mile road or follow the trail back. After lunch I rode from waterville to the White Tail access area. The hard packed stone makes for a fairly easy ride or hike, and the trail has a small grade, around 2%. If you have your own bike, one great option is to have them shuttle your car to your finishing point. We've ridden many rail and canal trails in NY, NJ, PA--take the motorhome and off we go on weekends. I did run into Jack Freeman a trail volunteer that has a passion for this trail and was a great source of information. I do know that we were close to 50 and are much older now. With an overnight camp along the trail someplace. . I rode this trail Sunday and Monday the 29th and the 30th of September. D&H Trail - Lehigh Gorge Trail ~ Glen Onoko, Pine Creek Rail Trail ~ Jersey Shore PA to Ross Run, Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park Bike Trail, BLack Diamond Trail ~ White Haven to Mountaintop PA, Delaware Canal Towpath - Uhlerstown to Center Bridge, The D&H Trail from Forest City to Simpson, PA, D&H Trail - Lehigh Gorge Trail ~ Tannery to Drakes Creek, Lebanon Valley Recreaction Trail and Conewago Recreation Trails, Pine Creek Rail Trail ~ Rattlesnake Rock to Black Walnut, Pine Creek Rail Trail ~ Jersey Shore to Ross Run, Parking and Trail parking lot access points information. Ready to do it again! I have covered the mile-by-mile tour of the Pine Creek Rail Trail and I sincerely hope that this article helps you on your way to a great adventure. The dinner is outstanding, definitely fine dining (sorbet to clean the palate) and prepared fresh. The Ansonia to Blackwell is the most beautiful rail-to-trail I've ever ridden. Our go to hotel is best Western and I have to say the room was cleaner than any other we have stayed in. Lots of scenic stopping points including a number of mini-waterfalls and 4 bridges. Rode this trail 7/13/2014. The scenery was spectacular, rhododendron and fragrant honey locust blooming, eagles and deer, the river dotted with fly fishers and colorful kayaks. Rode the trail in segments Thursday through Sunday, mostly out and back except for one day from Ansonia to Cedar Run then a pickup by Pine Creek Outfitters. As has been noted this is a remote area, gods country so to speak, so come prepared. This trail is the best constructed and maintained off-road trail that we have experienced. On the opposite bank, Owassee Road parallels the trail for the next two miles. Used his co2 cartridge to fill my new tube so I did not have to pump forever. The trail does not go into Wellsboro but stops 5 miles out of town. Make sure to respect any animals that you see and keep your distance. It must be breathtaking in the Fall. Friday 10-14 we started at the northern end off 287 north of Wellsboro and rode to mile marker 10. Sitting 17.2 miles south of the Ansonia Access Area, the Blackwell Access Area is a great place to end your bike ride on the Pine Creek Rail Trail. The trail is an awesome ride through what is without doubt the most scenic part of north-central Pennsylvania. Also, be careful when visiting sunny, open, and rocky areas. I even put on my blinking headlight hoping to avoid oncoming rider. The trail goes along Pine Creek through Pennsylvania mountains and cornfields - a very pleasant, scenic experience. Some (but not all) of the trailheads have phones. Unless the weather has been bad, almost any bicycle tire would work. Saw a Blue Bird, two Baltimore Orioles and 3 great big rattlesnakes. Can't wait to continue to explore the rest of the 62 mile trail. Could not have had better weather conditions!! Tiadaghton State Park is situated halfway through the canyon and makes a great turnaround, or a rest break for those going the whole way. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 6 h 8 min to complete. Tioga County; Pennsylvania; United States; Additional details. The stretches with new gravel were a bit difficult, as we are so spoiled by Allegheny Valley and Sandy Creek, but the majority of the trail was very rideable on either bike, if not the asphalt we are used to. There has been a lot of time and effort invested in the trail and it is an accomplishment to be proud of and to enjoy. Good parking and bathroom facilities. Pines and hardwoods now carpet the bare slopes left behind by loggers. You could probably find more spotty services if you ventured slightly off the trail to the small villages. The one restaurant in Cedar Run was closed that day also. Calling ahead for a reservation is a must. We took a coffee break at the Waterville Inn. There is an old train station near the trail head where visitor excursions are run. We went through the Pine Creek Gorge and the scenery is great. The last time I biked on the Pine Creek Rail Trail it was mid-July of 2019 to celebrate my 55th birthday. campground in Cedar Run is a centrally located for out and back rides. This trail is fairly challenging but worth it. Dog Lovers will happy to know that our furry friends are allowed on the trail. If you ride this trail you will think you are truly in God's country, which is one of the reasons why there isn't anywhere to eat at Ansonia. The trail is beautiful and has terrific views of the stream and mountains. As you travel around the corner, look across the creek to a small stream that tumbles down the hill into Pine Island Run. 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. 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!! I camped at Tiadaghton Campsite both nights. Overall, this trail is great and worth the drive to Jersey Shore for a ride. . And, if you're real lucky, you may ride past a timber rattler sunning itself along the trail as some of my friends once did. Waterville Tavern has good food and rooms. Trail is in excellent shape. We have seen amazing wildlife! The trail is very scenic, especially north of Blackwell in the canyon. All I have is a road bike. Take the Turkey Path trail at 3.5 miles past the Darling Run trailhead to enjoy waterfall views. Horses allowed on 9 mile section from Ansonia south To Tiadaghton. It was a picture perfect day. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. all the locals we met in the area towns were very nice and helpful. I gave up after about 15 miles. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 18 h 40 min to complete. So we left my vehicle at Jersey Shore and then my wife dropped me off at the beginning in Wellsboro. We locked or bikes at Turkey Run trail and hoped to hike to the top of the canyon. Ice cream, water and clean bathrooms along the way and fellow trail users were friendly. This is our Favorite trail even over the Katy and GAP. One great way to enjoy this tranquility and to uncover the canyon's true beauty is to take a bike ride on the Pine Creek Rail Trail. 62 miles of peace! Every September there is a 100 mile ultramarathon that runs through the rail trail, and I've completed the challenge 5 times. This time it was the very beginning of May, the 1st and it was a beautiful mild temperature day to do a short ride. Darling Run has a parking area, comfort facilities and posted information. Saw some beautiful waterfalls but the trail was closed part way up. This section of the trail and very shaded which was certainly welcome The next day we rode from mile marker 9 (Darling Run) to 1 (Butler St Access), uphill while we were fresh, had lunch at a Farmers Market on Butler St near the temporary parking lot for the trail. Looking for other biking adventuring in Pennsylvania? It is a wonderful trail for a nice leisurely ride. "Hotel Manor" is an excellent Pub/restaurant in Slate Run. You were correct. The family and I walked a couple miles of the trail up on the north end by Ansonia last year. Milky blue eyes indicate that this snake is about to shed its skin. Pine Creek Trail This stretch of the trail is nice and shady. The rest of the trail is also spectacular. So we brought our bikes and decided to try out the rail-trail. The gravel requires more effort than asphalt, and the fact that it is almost completely level requires non-stop peddling, which gets tiring. There was a lot of shade from the trees. Premier Host. Cedar Run was one of several quick stops on the way back to Slate Run. It is then another 28 miles to the end parking lot in Jersey Shore. 44, which I rode about 10 miles north to the town of Waterville. Just beyond the end of the roadway, there is a small grouping of cabins. JOSEPH W. SMITH III STARTING OUT The 62-mile well--maintained trail runs at the bottom of berscenic Pine Creek Gorge, commonly called the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. Parallels Pine Creek Rail trail shuttle, youll want to get a Pine Creek trail is near surface! 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