Tussey Mountain Trail: Guided Outing
Sun, Oct 13
|North Meadows Parking and Trailhead
This "shared-use trail" allows for hiking, biking, or equestrian adventures, with moderate elevation change and some rocky sections.
Dates & Times
Oct 13, 2024, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
North Meadows Parking and Trailhead, Bear Meadows Rd &, N Meadows Rd, Petersburg, PA 16669, USA
About the event
Tussey Mountain Trail Maps & Destination Info
Need Gear? Reserve items from our Gear Library.
If you're just starting to explore Rothrock State Forest, the Tussey Mountain Trail should be on your list! This trail is well-maintained by the various groups that feature it as part of local mountain bike or running events. This "shared-use trail" allows for hiking, biking, or equestrian adventures, with moderate elevation change and some rocky sections.
Parking Information: Park in the North Meadows parking area. Tussey Mountain Trail begins across the road from the parking area.Â
Difficulty: Difficult
Hike Distance (miles): 8.0
What To Expect: This is our longest hike of the season, at 8 miles. Come prepared, this trail is a little bit of everything you can find in Rothrock - rocky sections, vistas, smooth dirt paths. Look out for mountain bikers on this trail.
How To Prepare: Sturdy shoes, a full 32 oz water bottle, and some trail snacks are recommended. Sunscreen and insect protection recommended for all outings.