PA Hiking/Biking Trails Archives

Collage of four photos taken along the Hoodlebug Trail in Indiana County, Pennsylvania. The top left image shows a bright yellow bicycle on a bridge over Two Lick Creek surrounded by autumn trees. The top right image features the same bicycle on a leaf-strewn trail bordered by rocky cliffs and forest. The bottom left image shows a cyclist pausing beside calm green water, framed by trees along the creek. The bottom right image depicts the bicycle parked near a sign for the Hoodlebug Trail Yankeetown Access Area, with a red-roofed Sheetz gas station in the background. The 10-mile Hoodlebug Trail follows the former Pennsylvania Railroad’s Indiana Branch, once traveled by the self-propelled “Hoodlebug” passenger coach.

Riding the Hoodlebug Trail in Indiana County

PA Hiking/Biking Trails Rusty Glessner - October 8, 2025 0

The Hoodlebug Trail in Indiana County offers cyclists and walkers a scenic, history-filled journey along a 10-mile path that once carried the self-propelled “Hoodlebug”...

Collage of four scenes along the Redbank Valley Rail Trail in western Pennsylvania, showing a cyclist inside the Long Point Tunnel, a bike parked beside Redbank Creek with a scenic river view, a bike on the Terry Mateer Bridge surrounded by trees, and a rider at the entrance of the Climax Tunnel.

Riding the Redbank Valley Rail Trail in Western PA

PA Hiking/Biking Trails Rusty Glessner - October 1, 2025 0

The Redbank Valley Rail Trail is one of western Pennsylvania’s premier long-distance rail trails, stretching 51 miles through Armstrong, Clarion, and Jefferson counties. Winding along...

Collage of four photos along the Armstrong Trail in western Pennsylvania featuring a yellow bike by the Allegheny River, a cyclist riding through Brady Tunnel, a cyclist approaching the historic Redbank Coaling Tower, and a green Armstrong Trail sign at a trailhead.

Riding the Armstrong Trail in Western PA

PA Hiking/Biking Trails Rusty Glessner - September 22, 2025 0

This Armstrong Trail is a 52.5-mile rail trail follows the eastern bank of the Allegheny River and the northern bank of the Kiskiminetas River...

A collage of four photos showcasing the Hooversville Swinging Bridge in Somerset County, PA, featuring a view across the wooden walkway toward town, a side view of the bridge spanning the Stonycreek River, a scenic river landscape surrounded by trees, and a perspective from the opposite end highlighting the green metal supports.

Exploring the Hooversville Swinging Bridge in Somerset County

PA Hiking/Biking Trails Rusty Glessner - July 26, 2025 0

Visiting the Hooversville Swinging Bridge in Somerset County is a memorable experience that blends history with small-town character. This 180-foot-long suspension-style bridge spans the...

A collage of four images taken along the Hawk Rock - Eagles Edge Loop hike in Perry County, PA, featuring hikers admiring the scenic views at Eagles Edge Vista, a hiker posing atop Hawk Rock overlook, a hiker ascending a rocky staircase portion of the trail, and a hiker standing beside the trailhead sign for the Duncannon Borough Watershed.

Hiking the Hawk Rock – Eagles Edge Loop in Perry County

PA Hiking/Biking Trails Rusty Glessner - March 15, 2025 0

If you're looking for information about hiking the Hawk Rock - Eagles Edge Loop in Perry County, you're in the right place! The Hawk Rock...

Biking the Huntingdon and Broad Top Rail Trail in Bedford County

PA Hiking/Biking Trails Rusty Glessner - December 18, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about biking the Huntingdon and Broad Top Rail Trail in Bedford County, you're in the right place! Riding the Huntingdon...

A collage showcasing scenes along the Lower Trail in Pennsylvania, featuring a bright orange e-bike. The top left image shows the bike under a concrete bridge, highlighting the contrast between nature and infrastructure. The top right image captures the bike resting on a wide wooden bridge, surrounded by trees and scattered autumn leaves. The bottom left photo provides a scenic view of the Frankstown Branch of the Juniata River with the bike leaning on a rail bridge, framed by colorful fall foliage. The bottom right image shows the bike beside a Rails to Trails information board, marking the entrance to the Lower Trail.

Biking the Lower Trail in Blair and Huntingdon Counties

PA Hiking/Biking Trails Rusty Glessner - November 10, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about biking the Lower Trail in Blair and Huntingdon counties, you're in the right place! The Lower Trail is a...

A collage of four photos showcasing various aspects of the Tsuga Trail at Erie National Wildlife Refuge in Crawford County, PA. The top left image features a hiker standing on a wooden boardwalk surrounded by lush vegetation and illuminated by sunlight. The top right photo shows a peaceful forest path blanketed in fallen leaves, with tall trees casting dappled light. The bottom left captures a wetland scene with a calm, reflective pond framed by grasses and autumn foliage. The bottom right image displays an informational sign about the Tsuga Trail, including a map and tips for wildlife watching, enhancing the educational aspect of the trail experience.

Hiking the Tsuga Trail in Crawford County

PA Hiking/Biking Trails Rusty Glessner - November 3, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about hiking the Tsuga Trail in Crawford County, you're in the right place! The Tsuga Trail at the Erie National...

A collage of four images depicting the natural beauty of the Quebec Run Wild Area in Fayette County, PA. The top left image shows a rustic wooden bridge spanning a small creek in a forested setting. The top right image features a peaceful stream surrounded by dense rhododendron and tall trees. The bottom left image captures a calm woodland scene with a creek reflecting the autumn foliage. The bottom right image displays the Quebec Run Wild Area entrance sign, indicating management by the Pennsylvania Bureau of Forestry, with colorful fall trees and a gravel road in the background. The collage showcases the area's rustic charm and scenic landscapes.

Hiking the Quebec Run Wild Area in Fayette County

PA Hiking/Biking Trails Rusty Glessner - October 16, 2024 0

If you're looking for information about hiking the Quebec Run Wild Area in Fayette County, you're in the right place! Spanning approximately 7,400 acres within...