CoreyB’s Trip Reports
Explore 116 Trip Reports (trail reviews) by MyHikes contributor, CoreyB
Stone Cutter Vista Loop
Tiadaghton State Forest
Ramsey, PA
Ramsey, PA
8.1
miles
/ 13.0 km
December 14, 2024
Enjoyed a frosty sunrise hike up to the awesome Stone Cutter vista! All of the trees were iced over along the ridge line, as well as over on Houselander Mtn. This is a great option for those looking for a shorter and less strenuous hike than many other Pine Creek gorge climbs. I chose to continue for a longer hike, so took the southern Stone Cutter trail loop which follows a wide old grade with a nice cascading Bonnell Run back to the rail trail & Pine Creek. Then the real challenge began climbing straight up the pipeline cut all the way to Bull Run #3 vista (which has such expansive Pine Creek gorge views! Then I trail ran on the forest road to MST (nicely coated with snow) which I used to hike back down to the rail trail. The tributary streams that MST crosses were flowing nicely with the southern-most one having nice cascading falls. Ramsey is such a great starting point for short & long loop options!
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Hanging Rock Overlook
Tiadaghton State Forest
Waterville, PA
Waterville, PA
6.0
miles
/ 9.7 km
October 26, 2024
Even though you can drive up, I earned my view with a challenging hike up the MST starting at Dam Run Rd (small pull-off for 1 car about 1/4 mile up from where MST crosses the forest rd). First part of climb was hard but neat views up hollow to distract, then once to Tram Rd trail, it was wide, straight, & gradual to finish the climb to the gas pad road. Able to run once on gravel Rebound Rd which leads to Ramsey Rd for the remaining road to vista. Tried to do a more direct/shortcut route at first, but there is deer fencing blocking & making the forest floor grown in, plus the pipeline flat area has tall grass that isn't worth hiking through. Wow, what an impressive 180 degree view of the Pine Creek gorge (one of best for sure), and even better being near sunset! Cool mountain view facing downstream to Ramsey, and then creek views upstream toward Waterville! Will definitely return here (even if I just drive up next time)! Still a great hike too!
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Bob Webber Trail
Tiadaghton State Forest
Cammal, PA
Cammal, PA
3.9
miles
/ 6.3 km
October 26, 2024
Beautiful Fall day with still plenty of foliage color to enjoy! Started up Bob Webber Trail (my first time) but was most excited to take the side trek down to Pine Cliff vista which I have been to before and loved! So unique having a 180 degree view so low/closer to creek level! Challenging but gradual climb up BW trail to Wolf Bald vista with a great view over to Raven's Horn along the edge, and then some switchbacks to ease the climb. Really enjoyed the main vista mostly b/c it allowed me to see all of my other favorite vistas in the area (Raven's Horn/GET, Half Dome, Hemlock Mtn, Gas Line Terrace, Slate Run, Cedar Run, & Hilborn)!
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Dry Hollow Trail
Tioga State Forest
Ansonia, PA
Ansonia, PA
2.5
miles
/ 4.0 km
October 19, 2024
Afternoon family hike with my wife and daughter - chose this since it's modest elevation and a wide/easy trail. Loved the forest road drive up to start at the secluded and neat old fire tower cabin! Peaceful hike down Dry Hollow trail to a very nice west-facing vista over the Rt.6 valley! The only downside was a ladybug swarm at the vista likely due to the summer-like temps - thankfully they are friendly! Enjoyed the peak Fall foliage!
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Snyder Point Vista Trail
Leonard Harrison State Park
Wellsboro, PA
Wellsboro, PA
2.1
miles
/ 3.4 km
October 27, 2024
Had the pleasure of hiking here with Dustin & Sam showing me around their home turf on a beautiful mid-day with peak Fall foliage to enjoy! Loved the seclusion of this hike, the Pine plantation, the cool old dam, and of course the seldom-seen views of the Pine Creek gorge from the east rim here! Both vistas were excellent - the north facing one very unique/able to see Barbour Rock, and Snyder Point/Juniper while had to be very careful dropping down to the rock outcrop, was such an expansive 180 degree views over to Colton Point SP (including Little Jax overlook which I had just hiked the previous day). Thankful for this special area and getting to explore with such amazing people!
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Overlook Loop Trail
Leonard Harrison State Park
Wellsboro, PA
Wellsboro, PA
1.0
mile
/ 1.6 km
October 18, 2024
Family sunset hike at Leonard Harrison SP enjoying the amazing east rim views. Our first time hiking down to Otter View which we had all to ourselves! The colorful sunset glows and peak Fall foliage made for a perfect way to start our family vacation!
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Little Jax Rock Overlook
Tioga State Forest
Wellsboro, PA
Wellsboro, PA
1.3
miles
/ 2.1 km
October 18, 2024
I have been wanting to hike here for years since seeing the rock outcrop from down on the rail trail. Late afternoon hike once arrived for my family vacation. Nice to start on WRT, then dropped off-trail down the steep bank to check out the bigger waterfall on Bear Run (beautiful even though barely flowing). The bright sun didn't make for best view & photos, but still a great perspective of Pine Creek gorge surrounded by peak Fall foliage! Went back down to enjoy hiking up Bear Run for the other smaller waterfalls. Perfect short hike - just have to be careful with those steep banks!
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Sweet Arrow Falls
Sweet Arrow Lake County Park
Pine Grove, PA
Pine Grove, PA
2.2
miles
/ 3.5 km
October 14, 2024
Beautiful Fall day for hike/walk around with my daughter. We like to come here every Fall to enjoy the waterfall & colorful leaves around the lake. Nice to enjoy the lakeside trail to add more mileage, and then there is a kids playground too. They do have a neat disk golf course too that goes over & around the creek.
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Chocolate Drop Vista
Bald Eagle State Forest
Coburn, PA
Coburn, PA
0.0
miles
/ 0 km
October 16, 2021
Excellent view, and nicer getting to see with Fall Foliage near peak! This forest road drive is really nice, so continue up to the even more amazing Penn's View. Did this after doing Poe Paddy Tunnel hike, then after driving up to see the vistas, continued over to the Coburn Tunnel which was really cool too!
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Poe Paddy Tunnel Trail
Bald Eagle State Forest
Woodward, PA
Woodward, PA
1.8
miles
/ 2.9 km
October 16, 2021
Fun hike with my young daughter starting by the campground, even in some rain. We took the main trail there, then did the trail closer to the creek on the way back. Great Fall Foliage colors being mid Oct. Definitely worth checking out the Coburn tunnel too (which is neater inside the tunnel itself being natural rock vs the Poe Paddy tunnel which has a newer sealed metal cylinder. The tunnel has cool acoustics and is long enough & bends to be nearly fully dark inside.
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Penns View
Bald Eagle State Forest
Coburn, PA
Coburn, PA
0.1
miles
/ 0.2 km
October 16, 2021
One of the best views in Bald Eagle State Forest! Definitely worth the drive up from Poe Paddy State Park, but do not try going up the forest road from the park as it is one of the worst I've ever seen & had to turn around with my AWD. Backtracking towards Poe Valley is nice anyway, and you get another excellent vista on the way up, plus beautiful forest roads. Neat that you can see the creek bends & bridge way below. Even nicer that I got to see with Fall Foliage colors w/ my daughter after hiking both of the tunnels in the area which were cool!
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Gillespie Point via Mid State Trail
Tioga State Forest
Blackwell, PA
Blackwell, PA
7.9
miles
/ 12.7 km
June 17, 2023
Another spectacular Pine Creek gorge vista - been able to enjoy this in both summer and winter! Easiest to just park at Blackwell Rail Trail lot, then walk up the road to the MST start, Fairly gradual climb, and good for trail running too. Both times I've hiked up to Gillespie Point, it was part of much longer hikes since there are so many amazing options in this area! Did as out-back (not too steep, and trail in great shape). The map I uploaded included a trail run along the rail trail up to Water Tank Falls & back before heading up to Gillespie. My other hike here was a 17+mile hike starting with Gillespie, then Jerry/Bohen Runs, WRT & forest roads all the way to Chimney Rock, and then back the rail trail.
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