The Grand Canyon Of Pennsylvania Is A Big Secluded Treasure
By Beth Price-Williams|Published April 06, 2020
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Pennsylvania’s home to a long list of natural wonders. One, however, would likely top the list with little disagreement from most: The Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. Also known by its formal name Pine Creek Gorge, the massive secluded treasure promises an abundance of natural beauty and countless opportunities for exploration. It is, in fact, one of those bucket list items.
Feel a million miles away from reality when you visit Pine Creek Gorge, popularly known as The Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania, a massive natural wonder in Watson Township.
Leonard Harrison State Park and Colton Point State Park, both in Wellsboro, boast stunning views of Pennsylvania's Grand Canyon and a network of hiking trails to explore.
While Pine Creek Gorge's stats are certainly impressive, its sheer natural beauty will blow you away. You can view it from either Leonard Harrison State Park or Colton Point State Park.
Colton Point State Park, spanning 386 acres, features four miles of trails, picnicking, and hiking. Each park, however, gives you a different vantage point of Pine Creek Gorge.
If you're up for a challenging hike that features waterfalls and takes you to the canyon floor, follow the Turkey Path Trail (in both parks). Rim Trail, on the other hand, spans just a mile and features gorgeous views. (It's at Colton Point State Park.)
As of April 2020, the Turkey Path Trail is temporarily closed due to seasonal damage. A date for it to open has not yet been announced.
Both Leonard Harrison State Park and Colton Point State Park's trails are open. However, offices, restrooms, and campgrounds are all shut due to Coronavirus. Remember to leave the parks as you found them, bringing out any garbage with you.
Have you ever been to the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania? What was your favorite thing about it? Join the conversation in the comments! For another secluded spot that looks as though it’s from another planet, plan a visit to Rider Park in Trout Run.
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