Go 0.4 mile; turn left onto Lower Marsh Creek Road. I took the opportunity to ride the Pine Creek rail/trail on a nearly perfect, sunny, 80 degree day on a mid July weekday. We spent the afternoon/evening at Slate Run, staying at the Hotel Manor and enjoying a great dinner on their deck. it is located directly across the rail trail from the path to the parking area. this trail is a lot like the Lehigh Gorge trail very high walls birds rivers great riding surface do the whole ride. About 62 miles round trip. Milky blue eyes indicate that this snake is about to shed its skin. The trail was so great and the weather absolutely beautiful that we continued past Cammal to Black Walnut Bottom. Park your bike here and take a walk up this amazing trail. By then, your seat is NOT comfortable (not that is ever is) and your legs are beginning to feel heavy. 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. The only negative that I have found is that groups don't seem to follow bike etiquette. We will be returning to explore the other 51 miles of the 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!) Everyone in town told me that the rail is going to be extended into town eventually but no one seemed to know the exact time frame. There is a general store across the street from the inn, which will let you stock up on snacks. Bald eagles live in the area and are a rare treat to see. The restroom was very clean. If you are looking to get a Pine Creek Rail Trail shuttle, youll want to get in touch with Pine Creek Outfitters. You may want to check it out and go for a ride. Tiadaghton State Park is situated halfway through the canyon and makes a great turnaround, or a rest break for those going the whole way. Rode the trail from Ansonia to Slate Run then down to Jersey Shore in 2 days, used Pine Creek outfitters for shuttle, very efficient. I hope they'll go back to the better material to resurface. I wish I lived closer so to it so I could ride it everyday.". Bring your hiking legs! This time I did not, and my memory is not that great! Written 28 July 2022. Pine Creek at 8.2 miles Ramsey Village at 8.4 miles Islands Islands in the Pine Creek at 9.6 miles Bench along the trail at 9.7 miles Bridge at 11.5 miles Ice Cream Just past the bridge is an access ramp to the parking lots of 2 ice cream shops. Ice Cream trail access to the restaurant and Country Store Country Store You just have to be on your toes for those who don't pay attention or just don't care about others using the trail. Rural, peaceful, away from it all. There are a number of wonderful old railroad bridges you'll cross making your way to Waterville. It was drizzling when we left Cedar Run but at times was a downpour. We rode about 30 miles on subseqient days. This is a beautiful trail, one of the best in Pa., beautiful scenery and wildlife. Ill add in my defense that I now know I shouldnt have disturbed the reptile, and next time Ill leave it alone. I gave up after about 15 miles. 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. 10/15/17 Watch out for the biting flies along the Pine Creek bike trail. I wanted to ride pine creek last year and finely got there 6/10/16. Our go to hotel is best Western and I have to say the room was cleaner than any other we have stayed in. That's trip 2 for us. The staff is friendly and there is 150 years of history (and antiques) plus a purportedly haunted room (14). We used Hotel Manor in Slate Run as.our overnite stay. (I should add here that yes, there is a road into Tiadaghton, BUT it is BIG time hairy, YES, it is steeeeeeeep. Jersey Shore is one of the gateway communities into the ""Pennsylvania Wilds."" We didn't see any wildlife today really, but there were so many people, out, that was not too surprising. Definitely will be coming back in the Fall to enjoy the spectacular color along the trail. The Pine Creek Rail Trail is a reason in and of itself to visit Wellsboro. Ive never stayed at any of these, but the food is very good at Hotel Manor in Slate Run. I recommend beginning your ride in Jersey Shore, as you'll go mostly up hill to start into Waterville. . Don't stop on one with your front brakes - ask me how I know. ", TrailLink is a free service provided by Rails-to-Trails conservancy, We're a non-profit all about helping you enjoy the outdoors, Butler Road just south of Lower Marsh Creek Road (Wellsboro Junction) and Seminary St. between McClintock Alley and Fountain St. (Jersey Shore). Temps 52-56, sunny and pretty deserted. I used this as a place to return to every couple of days to get refreshed and stock up on food and clean clothes. The next 12.5 miles to a store at Blackwell travel through the most remote section of the gorge, passing only the Tiadaghton Campground. If you are looking for lodging on the trail, there are several campgrounds on the Pine Creek Rail Trail. To experience this trail is worth the drive. 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. Only surpassed by the GAP trail, Pine Creek is the 2nd best rail trails in PA (IMHO). It was then an easy bike to Hoffman's Camping Area where we set up our tents early. While we have previously bikedthe Great Allegheny Passage in southwestern Pennsylvania, neither of us are major bikers. Did a round trip starting at Whitetail and rode to dry creek convenience stop, 23 miles total. We started at the Pine Creek Outfitters where we left our car and scheduled a Jersey Shore pick-up with them on Tuesday afternoon. Hope this helps. Jim Cheney is the creator of UncoveringPA.com. You'll be able to see the rock shortly before reaching the parking area. ", "I had the opportunity to ride this trail from Ramsey to Jersey Mills and it was awesome! When we arrived at Slate Run, we went into the Hotel Manor to say good bye and hopped in the car to head for home. The Pine Creek Outfitters drove our car for us down to the Jersey Shore, so it was waiting for us when we got there on Sunday. Great trail for the cyclocross bike. interesting informational boards to read at stops along the way. This was my first bike ride on this trail. Bicycles with wide tires seem to do best on the Pine Creek Rail Trail, either Mountain Bikes or Multi-Speed Cruiser Bikes seem to be the popular choice. Once you arrive at the trail head at Wellsboro Junction you are close to a small ice cream/convenience store which came in handy to obtain a cold beverage. I stopped at Waterville and ate my lunch that I had packed along while watching a helicopter drop the geo-boxes for gas exploration. I hiked up to use different muscles. 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. Proudly founded in 1681 as a place of tolerance and freedom. 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. I'm pretty sure this is Slate Run, 8.8 miles from Rattlesnake Rock. Once completed the trail will wind along Pine. Give it a shotyou won't be disappointed! "I rode the entire length down and back on a beautiful October Day on my mountain bike. ", "Following a wedding in Erie,PA my wife and I decided to spend some time in the Central part of PA. We both enjoy Rail Trails so I had researched and found this trail. No towns along the way to resupply so you need to carry food. 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. 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. Pine Creek Outfitters would pick up our car here and have it waiting for us at the end of our journey. 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. ", "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! To get there you need to do the following: Going North on Route 220, take a right onto Route 44 Main Street into town. What a beautiful trail. The trail is used primarily for bicycling, walking, and cross-country skiing. The Lycoming Mall Plans for it in 2023, and a look at some of its history. There you will find a couple restaurant/bars for your dining pleasures and entertainment. In some very minor sections of the trail before or after intersections is the gravel a little deeper that you could even see my tread marks (it was very dry). The following day we headed south for about 12 miles and took in the scenery along the Pine Creek. Dinner at the Cedar Run Inn was excellent and we were able to arrange for breakfast there as well. Pine Creek This marshy area lies 5.8 miles south of Rattlesnake Rock. The only downside of the ride was the cold and wind. . Rattlesnake Rock juts out into Pine Creek, a popular spot for swimming and diving. In addition to many of these bridges there are several steel girder bridges as well. If we can do this trail with a toddler, nearly anyone in reasonable shape can complete this amazing journey. Not so on the southern end,though. Absolute gem! Horses allowed on 9 mile section from Ansonia south To Tiadaghton. The section from Ansonia to Tiadaghton is open to horses. Linda. My wife and I just spent four days on this trail. This is the first place to get food and bottled water along the trail. Great trail, beautiful setting. His proper name isCrotalus Horridus, but this one prefers to be called Doug. Greatfor families who are biking or hiking together. I had to break the news to them that the trail goes to Ansonia and not the much larger town of Wellsboro. The closest road and parking area can be found at the Blackwell Access Area at the following coordinates: 41.556223, -77.381728. No fun, to say the least. Beautiful ride. There is a slight 2% downhill grade from Ansonia to Rattlesnake Rock which made the trip a little easier for us. We rested here for about 10 minutes and then began the most grueling part of the trip. Order it now on Bookshop.org or Amazon. These overlooks are visible from the Pine Creek Rail Trail at the slightly northern half of the canyon trail tour. Our pace was an easy 11 mph giving us lots of time to take in the views, stop at well placed historic markers and information aides. We stopped at Darling Run for a late lunch and rest. 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