PA Scenic Overlooks

Exploring Wyalusing Rocks Scenic Overlook in Bradford County

Exploring Wyalusing Rocks in Bradford County Pennsylvania.

If you’re looking for directions to Wyalusing Rocks Scenic Overlook in Bradford County, you’re in the right place!

Wyalusing Rocks scenic overlook sits 500 feet about the Susquehanna River. — The overlook sits 500 feet about the Susquehanna River.

Wyalusing Rocks is a gorgeous roadside scenic overlook sitting 500 feet above the Susquehanna River along Route 6 in Bradford County.

Wyalusing Rocks is a scenic overlook of both great historical importance and spectacular natural beauty.

History of Wyalusing Rocks

Wyalusing Rocks is located along a Native American trail once known as the Warriors Path.

The word Wyalusing comes from a Native American term meaning “where there is an old man”, referring to a shaman/holy man.

The word Wyalusing comes from a Native American term meaning "where there is an old man", referring to a medicine man. — The word Wyalusing comes from a Native American term meaning “where there is an old man”, referring to a shaman/holy man.

Used by Native Americans for religious ceremonies, Wyalusing Rocks is also sometimes referred to locally as Prayer Rocks.

Wyalusing Rocks is also known as Prayer Rocks, owing to its use by Native Americans for religious ceremonies.

Wyalusing Rocks was also used as a “communications station” of sorts, since smoke signals sent from the rocks could be seen for many miles.

Wyalusing Rocks was a high point from which smoke signals from Native American tribes could be seen for miles. — The overlook was a high point from which smoke signals from Native American tribes could be seen for miles.

Visiting Wyalusing Rocks

Wyalusing Rocks is located along the eastbound lane of Route 6, roughly a mile northwest of the town of Wyalusing.

If navigating by GPS, use 40321 RTE 6, Wyalusing, PA 18853 as the address to find the large, paved parking area at Wyalusing Rocks.

Wyalusing Rocks scenic overlook offers a large parking area and is easily accessible along the eastbound side of Route 6. — The overlook offers a large parking area and is easily accessible along the eastbound side of Route 6.

Although the view from the parking area is nice, you’ll find even better vantage points just to the left (when facing the river), along a short dirt path.

A short path leading from the parking area to the best vantage points at Wyalusing Rocks. — A short path leading from the parking area to the best vantage points at the overlook.

Numerous memorial benches provide a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the scenery.

Benches at Wyalusing Rocks provide a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the scenery. — Memorial benches provide a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the scenery.

The famous rocks themselves are composed of horizontal sandstones.

Wyalusing Rocks is a formation of flat sandstones perched atop a cliff above the Susquehanna River in Bradford County Pennsylvania. — Wyalusing Rocks is a formation of flat sandstones perched atop a cliff above the Susquehanna River.

Wyalusing Rocks, long considered sacred to Native Americans, has been desecrated with graffiti over the years.

Wyalusing Rocks, long considered sacred to Native Americans, have been desecrated with graffiti over the years. — These rocks, long considered sacred to Native Americans, have been desecrated with graffiti over the years.

But if you can look past that, this roadside vista high above a horseshoe bend in the Susquehanna River is truly a spot where history meets the horizon!

Wyalusing Rocks is located above a horseshoe bend in the Susquehanna River. — The horseshoe bend in the Susquehanna River.

Nearby Attractions

The Marie Antoinette Scenic Overlook along Route 6 in Bradford County offers breathtaking views of the Susquehanna River with a unique historical connection to French royalty.

A collage of four images from the Marie Antoinette Scenic Overlook in Bradford County, Pennsylvania. Top left: A picturesque view of rolling hills and a winding river seen from the overlook with lush greenery and farmland. Top right: An informational sign about the Marie Antoinette Scenic Overlook, indicating it as a WPA Project on Historic Route 6 with contributions from various Pennsylvania departments and commissions. Bottom left: A view through a stone structure's window at the overlook framing the scenic landscape beyond. Bottom right: A bright orange truck parked along a road adjacent to the scenic overlook, with the landscape stretching into the distance. — Scenes from the Marie Antoinette Scenic Overlook in Bradford County.

Knapp’s Covered Bridge, the highest covered bridge in PA, was built in 1853, and is the only remaining covered bridge in Bradford County.

Directions to Knapp's Covered Bridge in Bradford County Pennsylvania. — Scenes from Knapp’s Covered Bridge.

At nearly 70 feet tall, Bradford Falls is one of the ten tallest waterfalls in Pennsylvania!

Bradford Falls running high after heavy spring rains.

8 Must-See Attractions in Bradford County is your guide to even more great things to see and do near Wyalusing Rocks Scenic Overlook.

This is a collage of four photos showcasing attractions in Bradford County, Pennsylvania. The top left image features the Bradford County Courthouse with its impressive dome and stately architecture. To the top right, there’s a serene view of a meandering river viewed from a vantage point with two wooden benches inviting a peaceful rest. The bottom left photo displays a quaint covered wooden bridge surrounded by lush foliage. The bottom right image captures the dynamic beauty of a cascading waterfall in a forested area, embodying the natural splendor of the county. Together, these images represent the historical and natural highlights of Bradford County. — Scenes from Bradford County.

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