We were camping at red bridge, and going to see the Pennsylvania elk. Stay 2 nights and get 1 night free. Difficulty level is easy. But a gorgeous view from the bottom. Loved it! This is a popular trail for hiking and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. "Hike, bike, or ski the beautiful Kinzua Valley Trail in Northwestern Pennsylvania! Intersection of Rt. This is the best bike trail we have been on in years. Package includes one night lodging at a Holiday Valley Property and a 3 hour Aerial Adventure starting at $249 for two people, midweek, tax included. Trail surface is a little rough but we knew this ahead of time. Would hike or perhaps bike next time. Trail difficulty is rated moderate. 219 & Rt. Stream crossing and some rock scrambles on return but overall an easy trail. Find Nearby Accommodations. The park is open May through October, 9 AM to 6 PM daily, trail tickets are sold until 5 PM. Absolutely beautiful!! Awesome to see! THIS IS OUR NEW TRAILHEAD AT US ROUTE 219. We parked at the Trailhead in Westline and biked to Route 321 at Little Meade Run. The Kinzua Valley Trail now spans from US Route 219 (Tally Ho) to the Village of Westline and from the Westline Trailhead to Route 321 (ANF Red Bridge Recreational Area) - approx. What a great asset to the area!!! Kane, PA is Trail Central and located on the Knox & Kane Rail Trail (2 blocks from the Inn) and adjacent to numerous trails for hiking, biking and winter sports. Also as part of this project, there is an ADA-compliant handicapped fishing platform constructed adjacent to the new bridge. The total package is $299.00 plus tax for two adults. Phone for reservations at 814-778-5391, and mention the Fishing for Value Package for this special pricing. We were looking for some thing else to do in the area and saw this trail, so we brought our bicycles. Kane, PA is Trail Central and located on the Knox & Kane Rail Trail (2 blocks from the Inn) and adjacent to numerous trails for hiking, biking and winter sports. Intersection of Rt. Snowshoeing is gaining popularity on the trail, and equestrians can now ride the trail from US Route 219 (Tally Ho Trailhead) into Westline. 31 CCC Road Its time to leave the city behind and get back to nature. Maintenance. Link for PA Guidelines Truly "edu-taining" visitor center/museum exhibits, DO NOT miss! Trail goes through wooded and open areas. Entrance Fee. The trail head is located at 41 45, 420N 078 35.133 W. Difficulty level is moderate. A new trailhead will be built along Rt. CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR NEWEST MAP OF THE KINZUA VALLEY TRAIL. Not much traffic. Visit the many Quaint Villages and Small Towns in the Forest region. Safety measures of CDC guidelines & PA COVID-19 safety mandates are in place to aid you in traveling safely. Length: 6.18 Miles County: McKean Trail Description Hike, bike, or ski the beautiful Kinzua Valley Trail in northwestern Pennsylvania! Tip:: follow to the path for the creek trail, I couldnt find the ridge one. 6081 Route 219 South Trail Map Kane Country Club to Lamont, Plan your trip. 219 & Rt. Going down went on creek path that contains many sets of uneven rock steps. All around enjoyable for adults and teens! A 7-mile trail for hiking, biking: in winter you can experience the solitude and beauty of this trail for cross-country skiing. Fishing for Value Package includes one overnight stay and one $10 food & beverage voucher for the Barrelhouse Restaurant all for only $70.00 plus tax. Located between the Allegheny National Forest of Pennsylvania and Allegany State Park in New York, McKean County, Pennsylvania is Trail Central! 6 in Victorian Smethport showcases a piece of Americana. 1.15 miles | Easiest hiking | Loop trail | Blue blazes. $549 for 2 nights for 2 adults. 219 & Rt. Ellicottville, NY 14731 Red marker indicates Kinzua Valley trailhead; dotted line indicates trail: Plan your trip. The Trail. Located between the Allegheny National Forest of Pennsylvania and Allegany State Park in New York, McKean County, Pennsylvania is Trail Central! Link for PA Guidelines The trail was also very clean and well-maintained. Benches/Tshirts. Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau. The small wetlands and woodland glades are marvelous and offer visual variety. Trail was very steep down and back up. Stay 2 nights and get 1 night free. Masks are mandatory, as is maintaining 6 feet of social distancing. There were two other trail crossings/parking areas before this one. Package includes 2 nights lodging, free hot breakfast bar, 4 bottles of bottled water, two ANF decals, and a bag of trail mix. This volunteer, non-profit organization has currently completed a 7-mile linear trail from Westline to the Red Bridge Campground in the Allegheny National Forest of Pennsylvania. 814-837-6522 Bradford, PA 16701 Visit the many Quaint Villages and Small Towns in the Forest region. Interesting trail. Trail use is for biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing. Beautiful area and were able to see two large hawks in the trees. After forming in 1999, the Kinzua Valley Trail Club transformed the popular route into whats now known as the Kinzua Valley Trail. Look for the trailhead endpoint on your left in less than 400 feet. kmi@kanemanorinn.com, Fly & Drive: Book Flight from Washington, DC + Car Rental. Many businesses have been impacted by this pandemic, please call ahead to check for changes at your destination before traveling. Kane Manor Inn Rock City Park is closed during inclement weather. Map of the Longhouse National Scenic Byway, Plan your trip. Worth it though, to check out the amazing wreck of the bridge. Opportunities to view wildlife elk, deer, black bear, grouse, and turkey are good one might even spy the occasional American Bald Eagle soaring overhead. A .75-mile trail that features gigantic rock formations of quartz conglomerate, the worlds largest, several stories high with huge crevices. Travel along the banks of the Kinzua Creek through vibrant forest and marshland bounding with wildlife. A one-mile segment of dedicated trail is already in place, along with a new, fenced-in trailhead at the old Tally Ho location, just adjacent to Route 219. aneal@holidayvalley.com. Very scenic along the river. We hiked with children 4 children 6-11, they loved it. the choice is yours! It is great to find a trail dedicated to non-motorized recreational use. ANF Visitors Bureau80 East Corydon StreetBradford, Pennsylvania 16701McKean County, USA1-800-473-9370info@visitANF.com. Travel PA 346 west of Bradford five miles, trail head access is to the right. Trailforks ranks trails with a combination of user ratings and raw trail usage data from rides. A multitude of flora and fauna species can be observed from this trail including the Indian Pipe Flower (Monotropa Uniflora) after which it is named. The railroad fueled the economic vitality of the area from the early to mid-1900s, transporting harvested wood to local lumber mills. See Us on Facebook. This 7.4 mile non-motorized trail crosses 4,000 acres of Allegheny Northern Hardwood forest under the stewardship of the Bradford Water Authority. Fishing for Value Package includes one overnight stay and one $10 food & beverage voucher for the Barrelhouse Restaurant all for only $70.00 plus tax. Travel along the banks of the Kinzua Creek through vibrant forest and marshland bounding with wildlife. To reach the eastern trailhead in Westline from the intersection of US 6 and US 219 in Kane, head north on US 219/Pittsburgh-Buffalo Hwy., and go 5.1 miles. From here, youll traverse through the Allegheny National Forest on a crushed-stone pathway following the Kinzua Creek. The trail currently spans 10 miles in McKean County within the Allegheny National Forest, the trail is designated as non-motorized except for electric-powered wheelchairs (no golf carts or similar vehicles). On the way out on this holiday weekend I was surprised hardly anyone on it. FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. lantzcornersgetaway@yahoo.com. Enjoy two nights stay at the Kane Manor Inn and sample the local fare and libations including a $50 voucher at Table 105, Kanes foremost American bistro, wine tasting/meat and cheese tray at Flickerwood Winery ($15 value) and beer tasting or two full glasses of craft beer at our local Logyard Brewing ($12 value). In approximately 5.5 miles, after passing Little Meade Run to your right, youll reach a trailhead with a small parking area at Forest Road 122. Trailheads are currently located in the Village of Westline, near the intersection of Westline and Church roads, on U.S. Route 219 near its intersection with Westline Road (Tally Ho) and the Red Bridge Recreation Area (US Route 321). Spend the evening relaxing around the fire pit. Extended nights & group pricing also available. Allegheny National Forest | Trail Central | Kinzua | Camping | Pennsylvania Find Your Own Trail Load More. Masks are mandatory, as is maintaining 6 feet of social distancing. Bradford, PA 16701 Do not recommend flip flops or crocks. aneal@holidayvalley.com. $225.00* for 2 Adults, 2 nights. To kick things off, the Forest Service is presenting a history-themed Facebook post each Thursday in 2023, highlighting ANF milestones and its important work. Marienville 23.1 miles, most difficult Trailhead amenities: picnic tables. Great views. Intersection of Rt. Walk to the Barrelhouse Restaurant & Pub next door, serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. 814-362-4501. The trail follows the creek and they have plenty of benches along the trail facing the creek to allow you to just sit and ponder and enjoy the surroundings. There is limited parking at this drop-off area, with room for only a few cars. Extended nights & group pricing also available. This loop trail is named in honor of the visionary behind the Kinzua Bridge -- General Thomas Leiper Kane. Pennsylvania has more than 12,000 miles of trails most of which remain accessible during this period. Worth the hike to gain perspective of the crumbled bridge. 6, Rt. Up to two kids age 17 and under stay free. In the 1970s, people began using the route informally as a cross-country ski trail. Begin at the main trail head, located on Rt. To find the western trailhead, head back out along Red Bridge Bank Fishing Road for 0.1 mile, and turn right onto SR 321 N/Kane-Marshburg Road. Started at the Kinkua Bridge State Park and road a short distance towards Kane. Package includes one night lodging at a Holiday Valley Property and a 3 hour Aerial Adventure starting at $249 for two people, midweek, tax included. Groups are welcome with advance notice. Download the Travel Guide. 814-837-6522 A distinctive hike from the parking area to the new pedestrian walkway-the Kinzua Sky Walk-will provide views of the Kinzua Gorge from a height of over 300 feet. But, work is ongoing to extend the trail all the way to Kinzua Bridge State Park near Mount Jewett for a total of 21 miles! 814-778-5391 I had to put my bike computer on so I could see how far we went, because they have added more to the trail from what we originally thought. Non-motorized use only. With grant funding and the tireless effort of dedicated volunteers, the Kinzua Valley Trail Club added 4 miles to the trail in 2016, 2.5 miles in 2018; and they continue to Blaze the Trail! Lantz Corners Getaway and Conference Center See whats happening on the trail - go to our EVENTS page. ANF Visitors Bureau80 East Corydon StreetBradford, Pennsylvania 16701McKean County, USA1-800-473-9370info@visitANF.com. Quick trail down to valley floor with views (up close!) Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 40 min to complete. Your donation will help us to continue connecting more people to trails around the country. Great to see from both sides! Download MJ2KB Trail Map The Kinzua Valley Trail is a 7-mile linear trail used for hiking, biking, or skiing. Check or FAQs for more common login questions. Package includes 2 nights lodging, free hot breakfast bar, 4 bottles of bottled water, two ANF decals, and a bag of trail mix. This trail is awesome. Trail access is via Campus Drive, close to the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. With so many outdoor options to choose from in any season, the Allegheny National Forest region offers many exciting recreational activities for your next getaway visit. Upcoming trail projects include the construction of a trail from Westline to Rt. PA Route 6 Alliance, Email for more information: kinzuavalleytrailclub@gmail.com. Plan your trip. Definitely a moderate to hard trail - due to the steep decent. The trail was in great shape. Many businesses have been impacted by this pandemic, please call ahead to check for changes at your destination before traveling.