Posted in Pittsburgh January 13, 2021 by Beth Price-Williams

There’s A Hike Near Pittsburgh That Leads You Straight To An Abandoned Camp

Hiking often means surprises – from crossing paths with wildlife to stumbling across ruins that we otherwise would have never known existed. Flat Rock Trail near Pittsburgh will lead you straight to abandoned ruins. Along the way, you’ll also pass gorgeous natural scenery, making it the perfect way to spend an hour or so.

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Just a little over an hour from downtown Pittsburgh, Linn Run State Park provides an idyllic backdrop for a day trip.

The park features more than six miles of trails, although the Flat Rock Trail is short and sweet, tallying just a mile roundtrip. Because it's considered easy, it's perfect for the whole family.

Flat Rock Trail earned its name from the flat, smooth rock that sits smack dab in the middle of Linn Run. Be forewarned, however, that if you venture onto the rocks in the water, they do get...

Quite slippery. Unfortunately, swimming is prohibited in this part of Linn Run. It is perfect, though, for snapping photographs.

The trail also features the remnants of a former hunting campground. Dating back to before World War II, the building once housed the McGuiness Rod and Gun Club.

The lodge closed way back in the 1940s and has stood abandoned ever since. Today, it's a favorite with photographers and for explorers who want a peek at the past.

After you've finished the Flat Rock Trail, you might want to check out more of the park. Horseback riding, snowmobiling, camping, and picnicking are other popular activities at Linn Runn State Park.

Find more information on the official website of Linn Run State Park. You can also check out at a trail map at All Trails.

Have you ever hiked Flat Rock Trail near Pittsburgh? Did you see the abandoned ruins? Share your experience in the comments! Did you know that Pittsburgh’s also home to the Braille Trail, an ADA-accessible trail designed for those with visual impairments (and everyone else, too)?

Address: 770 Linn Run Rd, Rector, PA 15677, USA