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Reid Smith Memorial Lookout Trail

The Reid Smith Memorial Lookout Trail at Two Mile Run County Park in Franklin, Pennsylvania is an easy to moderate 0.3 mile out-and-back hike uphill to a great lookout point above Justus Lake.

The trail heads up to the Bridle Trail, mainly a horse trail at the park, but at the top is a picnic table and views of Justus Lake. Along the way, you'll hike through a field of wildflowers - depending on the season.

Parking: Parking can be found at the Prichard House, just across the street from the main parking lot for the park along Cherrytree Rd.

Dogs and biking are both allowed on this trail.
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Know Before You Go

  • Short, accessible trail (0.3 miles) in Franklin, PA, leading to scenic views of Justus Lake.
  • Located in Two Mile Run County Park, the trail connects to the Bridle Trail and features a picnic table at the lookout.
  • Dogs and bikes are permitted on the trail, with parking available near the Prichard House on Cherrytree Rd.
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Distance
0.3 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
9 min
Elev. Gain
86'
Rating
0.0
Added
December 31, 2018
Updated
August 23, 2020

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Total Change
86'
Ascent
86'
Descent
86'
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Features

Vista / Lookout Point
Dogs
Biking
PA Wilds logo PA Wilds

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    41.4842, -79.774897
  2. Main Trailhead

    41.484299, -79.775021

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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