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Montoursville Overlook

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Distance:
0.1 Miles / 0.2 km
Type:
Out-and-Back
Difficulty:
Easy
Time to Hike:
~5 minutes
Features:
PA Wilds
Surface Type:
Dirt
Park:
Tiadaghton State Forest
Town:
South Williamsport, Pennsylvania
Get Directions:
41.222821, -76.940831
Added:
October 28, 2023
Updated:
December 22, 2023
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5'

Ascent
5'

Descent

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Key Takeaways

  • Montoursville Overlook offers an easy, 0.1-mile out-and-back walk to a scenic vista in Tiadaghton State Forest.
  • The overlook is accessible by car, but parking in the designated turnout and walking is recommended to avoid blocking the road.
  • The vista provides views of Bald Eagle Mountain and the town of Montoursville.

Montoursville Overlook

Montoursville Overlook at Tiadaghton State Forest near South Williamsport, Pennsylvania is an easy 0.1-mile out-and-back walk that leads to a mountainside vista that features views of Montoursville.

This short walk leads from a small parking turnout along the state forest road (Skyline Drive) and back to the roadside vista, known as the Montoursville Overlook. Visitors can technically drive-up to this view, but in order to not block the road, you can also turn-off the road, park and walk back to enjoy the vista on foot. The view encompasses, mostly, the eastern section of Bald Eagle Mountain, located directly across from the view; however, on the left-hand side of the view is the town of Montoursville, Pennsylvania.

Parking
Visitors will find a small parking turnout at the coordinates provided, located along Skyline Drive. The turnout is large enough to fit a couple of vehicles.

Pets
Dogs are allowed only if leashed and must be cleaned up after.
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  1. Parking

    41.222821, -76.940831
  2. Main Trailhead

    41.22279, -76.940733
  3. Montoursville Overlook (view toward Montoursville)

    41.2225, -76.940506
    Montoursville Overlook (view toward Montoursville)
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0.1 miles / 0.2 km
October 28, 2023
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