CoreyB’s Trip Reports
Explore 136 Trip Reports (trail reviews) by MyHikes contributor, CoreyB
Upper Rock Run Falls
McIntyre Wild Area
McIntyre Township, PA
McIntyre Township, PA
4.4
miles
/ 7.1 km
October 18, 2025
Climbed mountain (off-trail straight up) just before sunrise for amazing view over Lycoming Valley with Fall foliage colors near peak! Got to enjoy a rainbow as sun came out with a little rain! Once back down, drove up & hiked down to both middle & upper falls of Rock Run (1 of 2 most beautiful streams in all of PA that I love visiting). A big Bald Eagle was perched on a tree above the falls - such a fascinating & unexpected encounter being so close!
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Miners Run Falls Loop
McIntyre Wild Area
Ralston, PA
Ralston, PA
1.2
miles
/ 1.9 km
October 14, 2022
Still one of my favorite waterfall hikes - 3rd time doing & Fall easily the best to the beautiful colors of the trees to go along with the 5-6 awesome waterfalls! Off-trail fun rock scrambling with some steep parts, then easy old grade to take back down. Previously hiked with my daughter when she was 5 & did awesome, then the most challenging was doing in complete snow/ice (before I had micro-spikes which make winter hikes so much safer & easier)! Always combine with Rock Run's Middle & Upper Falls when visiting here - truly 1 of my favorite places in PA to explore!
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East Branch Falls (Mill Creek)
Loyalsock State Forest
Hillsgrove, PA
Hillsgrove, PA
2.3
miles
/ 3.7 km
March 20, 2022
Combined Middle & East Branch (driving between, although could be hiked too). Love the unique & beautiful upper section of East Branch Falls, but all of the falls here are awesome too! Both short hikes from different parking spots, but both very challenging with steep banks getting to base of falls & around to various angles to get best pictures. Also did Mill Creek falls but didn’t record - similar with short but very steep hike to falls. I need to get back here!
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Abbott Run Waterfalls Hike
McIntyre Wild Area
Ralston, PA
Ralston, PA
8.3
miles
/ 13.4 km
April 05, 2024
Such a special place, and a truly perfect day to enjoy the waterfalls flowing fully after all the recent rain, plus had fresh snow to coat the forest! Super challenging off-trail starting straight up the mountain to spectacular vista, then over to Band Rock vista. Magnificent waterfalls & gorges along Abbott Run (so rugged & remote), then went up Dutchman’s Run where the double falls was incredible! Looped back down the old grade since I’ve seen the upper falls previously & was short on time.
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Pine Island Trail
Tioga State Forest
Morris, PA
Morris, PA
3.0
miles
/ 4.8 km
October 10, 2025
Recording from hike up to vista separate (took trail all the way down hiking in dry stream bed and along sides all the way to rail trail for climb up spine on unmarked trail to vista). I never want to leave from the vista since it is so special! Took time going down from Pine Island vista since lots of leaves down. Went all the way to Pine Creek for a bit, then hike back mostly straight up creek since so dry, then took time up last stretch of trail back to start. Beautiful Fall day!
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Pine Island Vistas
Tioga State Forest
Stony Fork, PA
Stony Fork, PA
2.3
miles
/ 3.7 km
October 10, 2025
Easy downhill to start on unmarked trail after forest road drive up which was in good shape, then old grade down to Pine Island Run which was so dry that easier to just walk straight down creek. Never mind the steep climb up the spine with loose rocks & downed leaves, b/c it leads to my favorite view in all of PA! Spent lots of time enjoying view on a beautiful Fall morning! Recording stopped, so hike back down & then to start separate. 5.44 miles total (walked down to Pine Creek for up close view before heading back).
Hiking
Chimney Rock Vista Hike
Tioga State Forest
Cedar Run, PA
Cedar Run, PA
2.8
miles
/ 4.5 km
October 11, 2025
Fun family hike to Chimney Rock vista overlooking Pine Creek in Cedar Run! Opted for the longer & very challenging forest road drive up (only possible in high clearance AWD due to pond-size potholes). This makes the hike easier than climbing up Bull Run trail (which I have done solo before). Beautiful, easy hiking through the Pine & Laurel tunnels along the ridge with 1 nice vista along the way. Then it’s a steep descent to get to the main vista (which you have to climb back up since this is an out-back hike). One of the best Pine Creek gorge views, especially getting to see the rail trail bridge below & Twin Mtn in the distance! Large rock outcrop to relax at with American flag waving. Had the view all to ourselves!
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Amphitheater Falls
Tioga State Forest
Wellsboro, PA
Wellsboro, PA
2.4
miles
/ 3.9 km
October 12, 2025
Beautiful Fall afternoon for family hike up Campbell Run from Tiadaghton access of Pine Creek rail trail! We mostly walked straight up stream since so dry - awesome finding so many fossil rocks! Sun shining down on Campbell Run Falls with Eastern Newt right behind falls! Took our time climbing up the steep bank & ladder with rope to get above falls. Next enjoyed the awe-inspiring Amphitheater Falls! Once back to start, walked along Pine Creek for a bit for a perfect end to the day!
Hiking
Pine Creek Trail (Wellsboro Extension)
Wellsboro, PA
3.3
miles
/ 5.3 km
October 10, 2025
Jogging alongside my daughter on bike - nice to go straight from Lodge to rail trail northern terminus in Wellsboro! All of the new bridges are great to stop & look down over the creek crossings, and the big Pines were impressive! Will be even nicer once the full trail extension is open soon to fully connect. Beautiful Fall late afternoon.
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West Rim Trail
Tioga State Forest
Wellsboro, PA
Wellsboro, PA
15.6
miles
/ 25.1 km
September 27, 2025
Normally this wouldn’t be too bad of a ride for forest roads (which were in great shape), but after already hiking 16+ miles(WRT-northern terminus to Bradley Wales), I was so exhausted. Fun riding fast down the hills, but even though the climbs were gradual, it was easier to just walk with my bike to keep my legs from cramping. Most fun was the last downhill where I was cruising over 30mph the whole way from Colton Point, especially since it is paved & has big curves! What a day! I've also done a hike/bike combo for the WRT-southern terminus up to Bradley Wales & back. Both were amazing, but the northern section is the best for both the hike and bike parts.
Biking
West Rim Trail
Tioga State Forest
Wellsboro, PA
Wellsboro, PA
16.5
miles
/ 26.6 km
September 27, 2025
Definitely a challenging hike, but so worth the effort! Trail ran a decent amount, but took my time enjoying the breath-taking views & ridge sections! Spent about 30 minutes at Barbour Rock watching it go from full fog to fully clear - magical for sure! Several other vistas to enjoy including off-trail down to Little Jax vista. Ice Break vista was my other favorite (180 degree view & a big campsite)! Trail in excellent shape & such a great diversity of forest! After making it back to Bradley Wales where my bike was, time for a 15+ mile bike ride back to the northern terminus! I’ve done the same hike/bike combo from southern terminus to BW.
Hiking
Francis X. Kennedy Trail
Rider Park
Trout Run, PA
Trout Run, PA
6.4
miles
/ 10.3 km
September 20, 2025
I have done the Katy Jane loop before, so this time did the north-side outer loops (Green, Cheryl’s, & a few others out to boundary w/ state forest). This park is so well-maintained, clearly marked everywhere, lots of loop options, and 4 amazing views! Many Pines & Hemlocks to enjoy, and lots of peaceful forest! Mostly double-wide trails, so great for trail running or hiking!
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