While some others commented on discourteous riders, we ran into none. Definitely will be coming back in the Fall to enjoy the spectacular color along the trail. The trail is excellent! It's a beautiful ride through one of the most scenic areas in the Northeast. I should see this at least once. A group of friends are very interested in doing a pack trip on horses, through the PA Grand Canyon in the spring of 2018. "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. We had trail bars in our room. Named when the region was swarming with snakes, it is now largely free of these vipers. The trail is so perfectly maintained, you can't believe that you are riding on and old rail line. Q. Pack enough water and snacks, very few places to stock up. My daughter and I were not able to eat the dinner. Stayed in Wellsboro at the Sherwood Motel. Otherwise, you can return the way you came. Even with the rain, the scenery is great and we in good spirits. Continuing up the trail for another minute or so will bring you to the three slides that make up Pine Island Run Falls. Stopped at slate run for breakfast at Wolfes store and later for a snack and some gifts at McConnells store in Waterville. This is my favorite rail trail and I love it so much I wrote a guidebook to it. 62 miles of peace! The trail is very clean, well maintained, and extremely beautiful. Saw lots of wildlife including a bear and a rattlesnake. " EN RU CN DE ES. Based in the state capital of Harrisburg, Jim frequently travels around Pennsylvania and has visited, written about, and photographed all 67 counties in the state. By then we had ridden 31 miles and the temperature was in the low 80s. Recommendations: Trail slopes gently downhill from north to south (i.e. Well maintained. Visitors come the world over to ride this amazing trail, which features towering cliffs, beautiful scenery, and hidden waterfalls. My goal was to see how I could do time-wise with the entire route and I am happy with how I did. This is the southern access to the PA canyon. The trail is very tightly packed gravel, it almost seems like asphalt at times. As you travel around the corner, look across the creek to a small stream that tumbles down the hill into Pine Island Run. They have a caboose there from the old railroad, which is good for pictures. Was a great ride as this trail is in great condition with recent felled trees cut up and removed from riding areas. This was once the site of a fire tower and the remains of the anchors can be seen. 4.7/5. Give it a shotyou won't be disappointed! Cabin 8.4 mi to Pine Creek Gorge. Driving Directions: From Williamsport, take Route 220 west to the Avis exit, Route 44. I am an avid rail to trail biker, and have biked on trails from Cape Cod to California. The beauty of the Pine Creek Rail Trail continues as you travel south beyond Tiadaghton Campground. The trail surface is superb, probably the smoothest unpaved trail i've ever been on. Went back this year, and with the exception of a two hour rain (this time i hid under a kiosk), the ride was perfect. Thanks for any advice. Previous Image Next Image. Mostly non-poisonous but there were some Rattle Snakes but we found the Rattle Snakes to be shy and less aggressive than black snakes. Saw flock of common mergansers, three deer, one with a fawn and a heron. The gradual grade is barely detectable and makes for an enjoyable bike ride, walk, or ski, and in portions, horseback ride. In addition to parking at the Jersey Shore trailhead lot off of Railroad Street, there is parking in town in the YMCA parking lot where the trail ends. From rt.220, at the Jersey Shore area, a more scenic drive is rt. The second day we did the remainder of the trip which was about 32 miles or so to the Jersey Shore. The trail itself is small, packed gravel and is very well kept. To stay at a campground in the state forest, like Tiadaghton Campground, contact the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Very ,very nice Hampton Inn. It's also easy to access, with canoe and boat launches right . Will return again. Don't be fooled. Bald Eagle State Forest Snowmobile Trails, Little McCloskey Trail - Jack Paulhamus Garby Trail, Susquehanna River Water Trail - West Branch, Susquehannock State Forest Snowmobile Trails, Tiadaghton State Forest Snowmobile Trails. The Tioga Central Railroad station 0.5 mile east hosts an excursion train that runs north. 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. There is an old train station near the trail head where visitor excursions are run. The rest of the trail is also spectacular. This is 7.7miles from Darling Run. 42.25 miles 4 hrs 23 minutes riding time 3:00 PM Stopped at Blackwell for rest and a snack at the bike shop 5 hrs 13 min on bikes- 51 miles 4 PM Arrived at Manor Hotel to end our 1st day Ave. 9.8 mph-6 hrs 22 min on bikes-5:20 pm- 62.18 miles Day 2 Started ride South to Jersey Shore at 9:00 AM 1st stop at Cammal (7.1miles) 69.2 miles-10AM-7hrs 9 min on bikes Rest stop at Waterville-11:00 AM -8hrs 7 min on bikes-78.5 miles-(16.3 miles today) Restarted ride at 11:30 arrived at Jersey Shore the Southern terminus at 12:45- 90.26 miles-ave. speed 9.8 mph 9 hrs 14 minutes on bikes 28.8 miles today 3 hrs 45 minutes to reach Jersey Shore. Thank you for a super day that I will never forget. Calling ahead for a reservation is a must. They also offer guided rafting trips and kayak rentals for those wanting to experience the canyon by water. Stayed in Wellsboro and cant wait for trailhead to connect to town. We stayed at the Cedar Run Inn, where we had dinner and breakfast, the next morning. The PA canyon offers vista views from Leonard Harrison State Park on the east rim (via rt. Location being the key. The next morning after breakfast at the Hotel Manor, we headed south to Jesery Shore. After the first few miles you will see few people, but the trail is perfect for miles! Really really awesome trail. He has also traveled to more than 30 different countries around the world. Kept looking for the town of Ansonia but never found it? By then, your seat is NOT comfortable (not that is ever is) and your legs are beginning to feel heavy. From this point, you are only one mile north of Blackwell, a small community in the PA Grand Canyon. 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. Several access points with parking are located south of Blackwell along Route 414. Guys were smoothing and steamrolling the trail to be hardpack. You will need sun screen as there are a few long stretches with no canopy at all. Take water/drinks and snacks in your panniers. I point that out in the guidebook and I dont recommend anyone visit those falls during warm months. Pine Creek Outfitters offers bike rentals and shuttles for those biking a portion or the entirety of the Pine Creek Rail Trail. From the width, grade and surface of the trail to the access points, vistas and wildlife, this trail is the premier example of a rail trail ride. Pack something in advance and take in one of many rest stops along the way for lunch. There are motels on Rt 6 just west of there. The rail trail leads through open, sunny fields for about 8 miles along the southern terminus. My wife and I take our bikes everywhere we go and plan most getaways around exploring new rails to trails. Pine Creek Rail Trail Map (see larger image). You may want to check it out and go for a ride. Wind past dramatic rock outcrops and waterfalls along the trail. USA Today called the Pine Creek Rails-to-trails one of the top ten bicycle paths in the nation several years ago. We stayed at the Hampton Inn in Mansfield. From here the Pine Creek Rail Trail parallels rt. They are located less than a mile west of the Ansonia Access Area on Route 6. The scenery is terrific. The next time I'll try to bring someone else along to go in the Waterville Inn for a sandwich and a cold one. He indicated that they stay busy in the winter with snowmobilers and in the spring with fishermen as well as bikers and campers in the summer. They also had ice cream, which made my daughters happy. Jersey Shore PA trailhead is a great starting point, Waterville and Blackrock are also good parking areas. The Sherwood Motel was reasonabel and had very nice personnel. There you will see the Tioga Central Railroad and Pag Omar farm market. This adventure is more designed for the casual biker and often paired with bike rentals. Never has a car seat been as welcomed! 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. Start from the northern end and it will be an easier ride. My First Rattlesnake, Pine Creek Rail Trail, August 2009. 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. Once completed the trail will wind along Pine. There is a lake at the end of the trail (Lake Isabel). My best friend Dave & I schedule a two day ride each year. Back on your bike, the Pine Creek Rail Trail continues to wind its way through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. You can stop and get off your bike at any point and just start fishing or just set up your tent and eat the fresh fish you just caught. You'll be able to see the rock shortly before reaching the parking area. I was going for a endurance ride wanted to do my first ever 100 miler. Bring your hiking legs! With all the stretches with clear views of the river, I would have to say that this trail rivals the Yough trail for scenery. If you think your bike can handle that, you should be fine. From rt.220, at the Jersey Shore area, a more scenic drive is rt. $88 avg/night. http://susquehannavalley.blogspot.com/2012/09/biking-pine-creek-rail-trail.html, http://www.visittiogapa.com/railtrailmap.pdf, https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?msid=214182893612251075945.0004ca7c6b5f89cf63220&msa=0. ", "I rode the trail on Friday, May 10, and I was totally surprised at how well maintained the 44 plus miles are. Bunch of other people had scene some too that day. The Pine Creek Rail Trail continues south from Blackwell 1.8 miles to a nice parking area and a fantastic secret feature attraction, Rattlesnake rock. If you love chocolate you have to check out Highland Chocolates in Wellsboro. The so-called Fastest Route follows Interstate 15 South to NV Highway 160 West toward Pahrump, Nevada. I only covered ab0ut 2 miles but it was well maintained and nice scenery. It is also where the Mid-State Trail, PAs longest hiking trail, meets the Pine Creek Rail Trail. Next time I will come down from the north. You will not believe this trail and what the good people out there are doing for our recreational activities. We rode our Hybrid bikes July 4th weekend. On Route 6 at Ansonia just west of the trail is the Twin Pine Hotel with a pub and next door is Ansonia Gulf with subs, sandwiches and good ice cream. This is what most of the bike path looks like - tree lined on both sides for the majority of it. There are also several hotel options at the end of the trail in and around Jersey Shore. Lodging Attractions Map Pictures. 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. Based on this info Wellsboro it will be. If you go in summer, cool, clear Pine Creek may beckon you in for a dip. Dogs must be on a leash and under control at all times. There are clean restroom stops, picnic tables, benches, and state camping sites along the way. It sure is nice not having to worry about traffic. I enjoyed the ice cream at Cedar Run Gen Store and the gift shop. We rented a small house about 8 miles from the Darling Run parking area. Cell service is sporadic at best so plan on not having any until you get to the last 5 miles of the trail near Wellsboro or Jersey Shore. No road access. Go 0.1 mile, and turn left onto Butler Road. Monday night we ate at the Blackwell Hotel as the closest town is Wellsboro about a 30 minute drive away. It is a great trail if you are looking for an easy ride with low traffic, hardly any grade to speak of and wonderful views. ", "My wife and I decided to spend our spring break in Blackwell, PA in order to explore the Pine Creek Trailwhat a wonderful asset hidden in this beautiful part of PA! My wife and I decided to do a short get-away to Gaines Pa. and ride the Pine Creek Trail. As per Wikipedia the Native American Pine Creek Path followed pine creek to Ansonia and beyond. The following day we headed south for about 12 miles and took in the scenery along the Pine Creek. Jim Cheney is the creator of UncoveringPA.com. I rode from the trail head on the northern end to the town of Wellsboro on the road. 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! Slight grade on the way to Turkey path but made for an easier ride back. The Pine Creek Rail Trail is a fun family day hike or bike ride, and good exercise for all ages. From north to south, the Pine Creek Rail Trail extends from the Wellsboro Pa area to the Jersey Shore Pa area. I used this as a place to return to every couple of days to get refreshed and stock up on food and clean clothes. There is lots of wildlife along this section of trail. Long-range plans call for extending the trail to Williamsport. Another 2.7 miles south and you will find yourself at the quaint village of Cedar Run, a small settlement along pine creek, and plan ahead for fantastic fare at the cedar run inn. This is a must-ride! As previously stated Water Tank Run Falls is located just a few hundred yards above the Pine Creek Rail Trail in Tioga County, Pennsylvania. Top ways to experience nearby attractions They have a covered porch outside, where you can eat their very delicious subs. There's no shortage of truly great Red Rock Canyon Hiking Trails for intrepid explorers who wish to escape the noise of the city. The Cedar Run Inn is a nice B&B, clean and comfortable. Great trail. For a map and trail guide, contact: Pine Creek Outfitters 5142 Route 6 Wellsboro, PA 16901 (570) 724-3003 www.pinecrk.com For a map and guide to short trails in the Ansonia area near the WRT's northern terminus, contact: Tioga State Forest 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. Continue 3.4 miles to Hilborn Fields and then 2.7 miles to Slate Run where there is a general store with supplies, yummy baked goods and fishing gear. Pine Creek Trail This stretch of the trail is nice and shady. I found this hotel to be the perfect place to relax before and after biking the rail trail. we've already talked about coming back and riding the rest of it..the fall would be beautiful!! Turn next to the church! Parking was limited at the Blackwell trail head. I set up a base camp at the northern end of the trail at Leonard Harrison State Park. We had the Pine Creek Outfitters take our car downstream for $50 so we didn't have to back-track or ride uphill. I started seeing some ruins. Next on our list of is a trail in West Virginia and 200 mile one in Missouri. Dog Lovers will happy to know that our furry friends are allowed on the trail. One mile south of Water Tank Run is Stone Quarry Run. If you were just riding for the day, I would suggest that you begin here. Proudly founded in 1681 as a place of tolerance and freedom. 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. Nicely down Heather. From there we saw it was just a short distance to Slate Run and we hoped we would be able to find some food at Slate Run, as it was just past noon. Skipped the last part into Jersey Shore as I had read it was not interesting. This is a popular spot for starting rides along the trail. These overlooks are visible from the Pine Creek Rail Trail at the slightly northern half of the canyon trail tour. Great trail for the cyclocross bike. The DCNR has a great map that has distance in miles from one point to an other and has a lot of information. The Trail Link Web site has great maps available for downloading. As I stated previously, this area is isolated. The wildlife is unreal, bald eagles, osprey diving down to grab trout out of the creek, deer, black bear, river otters, large variety of birds and plenty of timber rattlers. I would prefer to ride my road bike rather than the mountain bike, but wanted some opinions of which is more appropriate from experienced riders. The far end of this bridge on the Cowboy Trail near Neligh was washed away in the 2019 "bomb cyclone" flooding. Pine Creek Rail Trail ~ Rattlesnake Rock Access to Black Walnut Access. Trail is a must ride!! To get there you need to do the following: Going North on Route 220, take a right onto Route 44 Main Street into town. As locals, we've explored all segments of this trail. My wife and I rode the southern end of this beautiful trail today. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. I've ridden a lot, but this is amazing. Although we were actually riding uphill, the grade is only about 2% and barely noticeable. There are a few other points I thought I should note regarding biking the Pine Creek Rail Trail through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. The trail is used primarily for bicycling, walking, and cross-country skiing. This 16 mile section is the most secluded and pristine, this is the national natural landmark known as the Pine Creek gorge or the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. This site uses affiliate links and cookies. Deer are not the only animals we encountered of course the pinnacle of the trip was seeing a bear but we also saw many birds including blue hereon and Bald Eagles. Just finished riding this trail in 3 sections. My wife and I love this trail because of the scenery, wildlife and the trail condition. Saw deer, foxes, snakes, etc. $162,000 from a USDA Secure Rural Schools resource advisory committee have already A definite bucket list destination for hikers and bikers! Even more impressive than the waterfalls of Pine Island Run is the waterfall on Water Tank Run, which sits two miles further south. PA Grand Canyon Maps and Directions. Lots of wildlife on the trail. People friendly along the way. T See more Private Only members can see who's in the group and what they post. We must have met 40 or more groups along the trail. There is ample parking at the Jersey Shore Railroad Street trail head with nice clean restrooms. 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. If water levels are high, this creek is impressive as it cascades 75 feet or so down the hillside. One of our favorite rides was a two-day trip along the entire length. Started our return trip to Slate Run at 1:05 PM Took a rest Stop at the Venture Inn just outside Jersey Shore and continued on at 1:45 PM Rest stop at Bonnell Flats comfort station-2:20 PM-on bikes for 10 hrs 3 minutes 98.15 miles Arrived back to Waterville for lunch at 2:50 Pm for a 35 min break-101.9 miles- 10 hrs 27 min on bikes-back on the trail at approx. If you want to do some hiking, you can also check out the waterfalls along Jerry Run and Bohen Run from here. Those two-wheeled creatures are dangerous., Yeah. Road bikes would be OK but most folks had hybrids or mountain bike,some recubents and tandems even. Did about 12 miles of this trail from north to south from the trailhead in Ansonia. We had a wonderful dinner and breakfast at the Cedar Run Inn, joining friends who stay there annually for a canoe weekend. The Mine Geyser Near Centralia When we think of Geysers, typically we think of Yellowstone park, where geysers are the result of a hot s Like Rolling Green Park in Hummels Wharf, Riverside Park between Milton and Watsontown was built by a trolley company. From Blackwell southward, most of the tiny towns have a general store or restaurant where basic necessities can be purchased. . You could probably find more spotty services if you ventured slightly off the trail to the small villages. I rode this trail in the October of 2005. And you don't need to travel far to find them. That means your friend(s) need to ride out and find a phone which is many miles away, in order to call for help. There are places just off the trail for food on this half. From Las Vegas. It is a wonderful trail for a nice leisurely ride. plenty of bathroom facilities, parking areas along the trail. The Pine Creek Rail Trail is groomed for xc skiing during the winter months. The room was very clean and the food was good. Pennsylvania Department of Conservation & Natural Resources, Bureau of Facility Design and Construction, Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council. A lot of trails follow roads. There was sure footing, excellent drainage without any accumulated slop, and adequate room to truely accomodate a multi use purposeWe came at a time of year (end of March-early April) were there was light usewe saw more DCNR workers than recreational trail users. Just an absolute scenic route, i've been north to the canyon and ansonia, lovely either way. Water Tank Run Falls is definitely one of the most impressive waterfalls in the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. The Ansonia to Blackwell is the most beautiful rail-to-trail I've ever ridden. PINE CREEK RAIL TRAIL (Wellsboro) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go . Wildlife: Deer, hawks, geese, and ducks are seen regularly along the trail. Be sure to bring extra water as there are no places to stop to refill until and limited restrooms along this section. The Pine Creek Rail Trail was developed by the Bureau of Forestry on an abandoned railroad grade that parallels Pine Creek. It was then an easy bike to Hoffman's Camping Area where we set up our tents early. So we left my vehicle at Jersey Shore and then my wife dropped me off at the beginning in Wellsboro. Comparing with the D&L Trails (my every weekend stress relief ride)Pine Creek is cleaner, very convenient comfort stations at every 8 to 10 milesnot sure if it is the same north of Blackwell (I'll find out next time), well maintained trail. That snake was up too high to see well but we did get a good look at the skin he had just shed. When we got to the Jersey Shore our car was waiting for us. Along the way, there are several communities with places to stay or to grab a bite to eat. Our moving average over 63 mile was 10 mph and overall was 6.5 with the geocaching stops and photographs. Alabama: Cahaba River. Camp Trail Camping Two are near old graveyards with graves of veterans of the revolutionary war. We rode 25 miles the first day in the rain and loved it. I have found the Seresto Collar to be most effective. 62 miles of Pure Enjoyment! No towns along the way to resupply so you need to carry food. The trail is well maintained and a joy to ride even in the rain. Darling Run has a parking area, comfort facilities and posted information. My wife and I often camp at the campground between Rattlesnake Rock and Blackwell. Rode one way from Wellsboro to Jersey Shore. The northern section is bound by state parks, and more food and lodging are available in the south. I started in Jersey Shore and ended up with a 102 total mile ride. The last time I biked on the Pine Creek Rail Trail it was mid-July of 2019 to celebrate my 55th birthday. Park your bike here and take a walk up this amazing trail. Thinking about trying this in the near future but would like a rough idea of how much time it could possibly take. At Leonard Harrison and Colton Point State Park, there are incredible views of the gorge. This path is a runners delight! We locked or bikes at Turkey Run trail and hoped to hike to the top of the canyon. No services. From the Ansonia Access Area to the Rattlesnake Rock Access Area, its a 19-mile journey through the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. The ride back to Jersey Shore was wonderful. A Pine Creek Valley Snapshot Facilities: Multiple parking and access areas; limited comfort stations. ..NO SNAKES .. Great scenery !! Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. The second one was with a young girl riding with other kids who wasn't paying attention and I rode off the trail to avoid her. This area has varied scenery but no places to get supplies right off the trail so plan accordingly. I've been spreading the word about this awesome trail to friends and coworkers. Pine Creek below Rattlesnake Rock is generally considered a Class II river, with fairly frequent rapids of medium difficulty, having . (I should add here that yes, there is a road into Tiadaghton, BUT it is BIG time hairy, YES, it is steeeeeeeep. The trail is superb in layout and there are geocaches on the lower half. Animals /. I did this great trail from Jersey Shore to Wellsboro Pa and back staying in Wellsboro over night, please read tjwagners review from August of 2011 as JT did a great job with lots of great information. I've supported the RTT Conservancy since 1990 and have never seen such a well-kept trail with such beautiful, peaceful surroundings. Its got lots of nice rocks and flat, level gravel that we can sun ourselves on. The Inn is actually a restaurant and bar but the innkeeper was kind enough to offer us coffee. See other sections of the Pine Creek Trail. Wellsboro is a great little town too!!! Pine Creek & Buffalo Railway (JSPC&B) came in the 19th century. How many hours did it take to ride the entire trail in a day? Please enable scripts and reload this page. We rode the 62 mile trek in one day and what a wonderful ride it was. Ice Cream trail access to the restaurant and Country Store Country Store 63 mile trail well worth the drive from NJ. At 2.4 miles a lean-to is located on the right of the trail. Wellsboro to Jersey shore. Waterville Tavern has good food and rooms. The Pine Creek Rail Trail Guidebook Photo by: merlinsolis Bridge Uploaded: 5/5/2018 The trail crosses the Pine Creek and many feeders along the way. The project has taken 19 years to construct so far. it is located directly across the rail trail from the path to the parking area. Best regards. 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