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Galeton Loop Trail

The Galeton Loop Trail in Galeton, Pennsylvania is an easy unofficial 1.3-mile loop trail that encompasses the center of Galeton and features views of the surrounding mountains, Pine Creek, and Galeton Lake.

This unofficially-named trail loops Galeton center and follows several built-up dams around the town known as the Galeton Flood Protection Project, which is maintained by the borough of Galeton. Visitors will notice what looks like grassy trails that skirt their way around Galeton Lake - this is the main route for this path.

Hikers can start anywhere along the edge of Galeton Lake, but this recording begins along PA Route 6 and heads in a clockwise direction around the lake. You can easily access the trail by walking downhill from the off-street parking along PA Route 6 to make your way around the lake by following the flood protection paths and sidewalks. Walkers will notice the trail disappears when you reach the western part of the trail near Park Lane - along Union Street - walk north to Park Lane, down Park Lane, and over to the lake once again. From here, walkers will reach the Galeton Lake gazebo and park. After visiting the park, walk north toward the gas station to cross the bridge to reach parking. 

Parking
Hikers and walkers will find parking along PA Route 6 in downtown Galeton, the Galeton Library on Park Lane, or along Germania Street.

Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste must be carried out.
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Know Before You Go

  • Galeton Loop Trail is an easy, 1.3-mile loop around the center of Galeton, PA, offering scenic views of mountains, Pine Creek, and Galeton Lake.
  • The trail utilizes flood protection paths and sidewalks, with a short section requiring a detour along Union Street and Park Lane.
  • Parking is available along PA Route 6, at the Galeton Library, or on Germania Street, and leashed dogs are permitted.
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Distance
1.3 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Loop
Est. Time
39 min
Elev. Gain
80'
Rating
0.0
Added
January 25, 2021
Updated
March 05, 2021

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Total Change
25'
Ascent
80'
Descent
72'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs
PA Wilds logo PA Wilds

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    41.735397, -77.646541
  2. Main Trailhead

    41.735519, -77.646885
  3. View from park next to Galeton Library

    41.733592, -77.647689
    View from park next to Galeton Library
  4. View from Bridge Street in Galeton

    41.733567, -77.642144
    View from Bridge Street in Galeton

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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1.3 miles / 2.1 km
July 26, 2020
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