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AT - Ridge Rd to Power Lines

This small section of the Appalachian Trail at Michaux State Forest in Pennsylvania is a 2.9 mile out-and-back hike from Ridge Rd over to the power lines that cut through the park and the AT.

Follow the white blazes to remain on the AT.

We used the AT as an additional trail to hike into the Rocky Knob Trail. You can park at the trailhead on either side of the road in front of the AT; however, do not block all entrance to the trail.
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Know Before You Go

  • The described section of the Appalachian Trail is a 2.9-mile out-and-back hike located near Shippensburg, PA, within Michaux State Forest.
  • The trail runs from Ridge Rd to power lines, and hikers should follow white blazes to stay on the AT.
  • Parking is available at the trailhead on Ridge Rd, but hikers should avoid blocking the trail entrance.
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Distance
2.9 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
1.5 hrs
Elev. Gain
149'
Rating
0.0
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Added
September 18, 2017
Updated
April 17, 2025

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Total Change
44'
Ascent
149'
Descent
149'

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  1. Parking

    39.973409, -77.449777
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  2. Main Trailhead

    39.973466, -77.449652
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Hazards

Lyme and Other Tickborne Diseases (CDC)

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Blaze Color

White

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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