Hiking Only Trails Most of the trail is located on or near the river bank in a Multi-Use Trails A Trail Information Guide for mix of pine, hemlock, rhododendron, and mountain laurel. Hiking, Biking and Horseback Riding Baker Trail/North Country National Scenic Trail: However, the trail does ascend to the ridge tops in two Cook Forest State Park Two long-distance trails, the North Country National locations where visitors can enjoy open hardwood forests of Multi-use trails are open to hiking, mountain biking, and Scenic Trail (NCT) and the Baker Trail, pass through oak, cherry, and maple. Cook Forest State Park contains 7.5 horseback riding as designated. Cook Forest State Park, following the same 12-mile stretch miles of the trail; a portion of SR 899 is used to connect the through the Forest Cathedral, passing Seneca Point, and Bridle Trail: 1.1 miles, easiest trail to Clear Creek State Park. From SR 899 it is 2.5 miles meandering by the Clarion River. The 140-mile Baker This trail starts 0.8 miles from the beginning of Forest Drive. to the Clear Creek State Park Campground. There are three Trail (blazed yellow) runs from Freeport, PA, through This fairly flat, multi-use trail weaves hikers and equestrian trailhead parking lots. The Gateway Lodge parking lot is the Allegheny National Forest. The NCT (blazed blue) users through a 1930s Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) is America’s longest national scenic trail at 4,600 miles, available on the western end of the trail. A small parking red pine plantation and then terminates at the Old Logging running from New York to North Dakota. Several named lot on SR 899 is marked by an information kiosk. The third Road within the Forest Cathedral. Some select Eastern park trails follow along the NCT/Baker Trail route and are parking area is on the eastern end of the trail in the Clear hemlock, white oak, and American beech surpass 200 years listed below. Creek State Park Campground. old. Continue onto the Old Logging Road to bring you back to Forest Drive. Hiking and horseback riding only. Black Bear Trail: 1.1 miles, easiest Forest Cathedral Trails: Hiking Only This flat loop trail begins and ends at the Sawmill Center Hefren Run Trail: 1.1 miles, more difficult The Forest Cathedral Natural Area is a registered National for the Arts. Look for black bear claw marks on trees. This multi-use trail connects Toms Run Road with Forest Natural Landmark. Numbers below correspond to the map Road. This serene trail crosses Hefren Run Valley along Browns Run Trail: 2.0 miles, more difficult on the reverse side. evidence of old bracket dams used to move logs downstream This trail parallels Browns Run from Toms Run Road to 1. Joyce Kilmer Trail: 1.1 miles, more difficult in the 1800s. Hiking, biking, and horseback riding Forest Road. Due to its low usage, it is a wonderful trail for are permitted. wilderness hiking, hunting, and birding, particularly for the This trail runs from Cemetery Road to the Indian Trail. flute-like songster thrushes. Note the rock formations nestled among large hemlock and Old Logging Road Trail: 0.6 mile, easiest white pine, some of which span three to four feet. This flat trail proceeds between Forest Drive and the Joyce Camp Trail: 2.0 miles, most difficult Kilmer Trail. Watch for red and white pine orchards planted 2. Rhododendron Trail: 1.2 miles, more difficult The most travelled section of this steep trail links the Ridge by the CCC from 1933-1937. Hiking and horseback A favorite hike for many, this trail joins Indian Cabins Campground to Breezemont Drive near the Log Cabin riding only. Environmental Learning Classroom (ELC). Pay particular 6 and 7 to Forest Drive via the Forest Cathedral. Ancient attention at trail intersections as this trail splits near the hemlock and white pine are common along its length. Equestrian Trail: 1.5 miles, easiest photo © Anthony E. Cook campground. This trail starts 0.2 miles from the beginning of Forest 3. Longfellow Trail: 1.2 miles, more difficult Drive. This fairly flat, multi-use trail weaves hikers and Cook Trail: 2.0 miles, more difficult The most well known trail in the park runs through the equestrian users through a 1930s CCC red pine plantation This lightly used loop trail winds through a magnificent finest stand of old growth white pine forest in the north- and then loops back onto Forest Drive. White-tailed deer stand of old growth timber. Keep watch for tall white pines, eastern United States. The trail starts beside the Log Cabin are a common sight here. Keep your eyes open for hawks large hemlocks, oaks, black gums, relict American chestnut ELC and terminates on Forest Road. Along the way, hike that like to hunt between the rows of pines. Hiking and snags from the early 1920s, and a 1930s dynamite shack past the Memorial Fountain and past the tallest known horseback riding only. built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The trail can tree north of the Great Smoky Mountains, a white pine be accessed in three locations: across from River Cabin Paved Trail: 0.2 mile, easiest 185 feet tall! 12, at the River Picnic Area, and via a short spur trail on This paved, ADA-accessible trail loop winds through a 4. Toms Run Trail: 0.8 mile, easiest Cemetery Road. mature hardwood forest. It can be reached via the water This flat trail connects the wooden swinging bridge to Corduroy Trail: 1.2 miles, more difficult tower access road near the entrance of the Sawmill Center the Log Cabin ELC through the picturesque Toms Run This trail connects the Ridge Campground and the Liggett for the Arts. Valley. Keep a lookout for remnants of bracket dams Trail along Toms Run. This pleasant hike crosses over Ridge Trail: 0.7 mile, most difficult Breezemont Drive, passing large American beech and once used to move logs downstream during the 1800s This steep trail connects the Ridge Campground near Site logging boom. Eastern hemlock. Pay attention at intersections as this trail 32 to Forest Road by Shelter 1. Large oaks and black cherry connects with the Camp Trail. trees are found near this path. Several black cherries reach 5. Birch Trail: 0.9 mile, easiest Deer Meadow Trail: 1.5 miles, more difficult three feet across and 140 feet high, some of the tallest This trail passes through a lovely stand of birch trees This trail unites the Browns Run Trail with the multi-use known in the entire Eastern U.S. between the Children’s Fishing Pond and Shelter 1. Hefren Run Trail. Sections of this trail go through old River Trail: 1.2 miles, most difficult The swinging bridge links this trail with the growth oak hemlock forest and prime wildlife areas. This steep segment runs along the NCT/Baker Trail by the Rhododendron Trail. Clarion River from the fire tower to Fire Tower Road. This 6. Indian Trail: 1.0 mile, most difficult is one of the most beautiful hikes in early summer when the This steep trail progresses from the north side of the mountain laurel and rhododendron bloom. To continue on Children’s Fishing Pond, deep into the core of the Forest the NCT/Baker Trail, stay straight along the Clarion River; Cathedral before joining the Longfellow Trail. Near the the River Trail works its way back uphill to connect to Fire pond, observe the incredible stand of second growth Tower Road. Eastern white pine, logged in the 1800s. As the trail levels Seneca Trail: 0.9 mile, most difficult off, look for the transition from second growth to old This trail climbs from PA 36 to the junction with the Deer growth forest. Park Trail, where a left turn will continue to the Fire Tower- Plan Ahead and Prepare 7. Red Eft Trail: 0.2 mile, most difficult For more information, contact: Seneca Point Area. It offers an excellent view of the Clarion • Prevent accidents by knowing your abilities, This short, steep, spur trail connects the Longfellow Cook Forest State Park River, passes through old growth forest and a section of limitations, and the area in which you will be riding, Trail with the Toms Run Trail, making a variety of loops 1976 tornado-downed logs. The greatest concentration of hiking, or biking. 113 River Road tall hemlocks in the Northeastern U.S. can be found here. possible. This section traverses an old growth forested Cooksburg, PA 16217 • Travel in a small group for less impact on the The tallest known Eastern hemlock in the Northeastern wetland through a series of bridges and steps. environment. 814-744-8407 United States, at 145 feet high, is located here. 8. Ancient Forest Trail: 0.3 mile, more difficult email: [email protected] Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces Tobecco Trail: 10 miles, more difficult This trail bisects the Longfellow Trail through the heart of www.visitPAparks.com This connecting trail between Cook Forest and Clear Creek the Forest Cathedral, creating various loop options. Gaze • Hike and ride only on designated trails. state parks runs along the Wild and Scenic Clarion River above to the highest concentration of tall, old growth white • Avoid damage to vegetation. 2016 Printed on recycled paper from State Route 899 to the Gateway Lodge on PA 36. pines in the Northeastern United States. • Camping is only permitted for hikers and only at the View from the Fire Tower NCT shelters on a first come, first served basis. • Additional overnight facilities are available at Deer Park Trail: 1.1 miles, more difficult Ridge Campground. This trail segment connects PA 36 and the Seneca Trail, also linking with the Mohawk Trail. Hikers pass through Dispose of Waste Properly the heart of the 1976 tornado damaged area. Portions of • Pack It In, Pack It Out! the classic movie, “The Unconquered”, were filmed near a • Due to the remote nature of the area, please bury solid This symbol indicates facilities and activities that are rock outcrop here. human waste in cat holes six to eight inches deep and at Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessible for least 200 feet from water sources and trails. Hemlock Trail: 0.3 mile, more difficult people with disabilities. This publication text is available This short trail connector joins the Longfellow Trail near • Leave the area cleaner than when you found it. in alternative formats. Forest Road with the Deer Park Trail at PA 36. One of the Leave What You Find If you need an accommodation to participate in park finest old growth hemlock forests in the Eastern U.S. is • Brush off boots, tires, horse hooves, and hair before activities due to a disability, please contact the park you located along this trail. Some hemlocks surpass 140 feet plan to visit. tall; many are more than 300 years old! leaving an area in order to prevent the spread of non-native species. Liggett Trail: 1.5 miles, easiest • Leave rocks, plants, and other natural objects as you This trail begins at Breezemont Road across from the Log find them. Cabin ELC and travels a portion of the NCT/Baker Trail Call 911 and contact a park employee. Directions to the along Toms Run, terminating on Toms Run Rd. The trail Minimize Campfire Impacts nearest hospital are posted on bulletin boards and at the passes through a wonderful stand of hemlocks, some of • Fires are permitted where designated in overnight areas. park office. which is an old growth forested wetland. This trail is a • Extinguish all fires before leaving the area; fires are Nearest Hospital good place to listen for the elusive winter wren. Turning prohibited when the wildfire danger is high. right onto Toms Run Road brings you back to the Log Clarion Hospital Cabin ELC. Respect Wildlife 1 Hospital Drive Clarion, PA 16214 Mohawk Trail: 1.4 miles, more difficult • Do not approach or feed wild animals; observe from 814-226-9500 This trail runs from the PA 36/Forest Road intersection a distance. near the Inn at Cook Forest, and ends at the exit of Fire • Store food and trash securely. Tower Road. 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