“Hearts Content National Scenic Area, a lovely, old-growth, remnant timber stand, is located next to the picnic area. Here stand 300 to 400-year-old white pine, hemlock, and beech.
“Interpretive Old Growth Trail — Starts at the north end of the east side parking lot and winds about one mile through this timber stand before returning to the picnic area. All facilities in the day-use area are universally accessible to people with disabilities. Facilities include a picnic area, pavilions, a toilet, and interpretive materials.
“Cross-country Ski Trail — This 10.5 kilometer (6.4 miles) trail utilizes old railroad grades, roads and existing trails to form several loops for your skiing pleasure.
“Hickory Creek Wilderness — The trailhead currently starts near the grassy parking area at the west side parking area near the pine plantation. This trailhead is scheduled to be moved to provide a setting more appropriate to a Wilderness experience. This 8,663-acre area is replete with solitude, serenity, and wildlife; no motorized equipment of any kind is permitted. An 11-mile loop hiking trail weaves its way through the rolling terrain, climbing in and out of the valleys.
“Orienteering Course — A self-guided course that allows you or your group to follow, at your leisure. It is a permanently marked route as an introduction to the sport of orienteering.” Source: Allegheny Site Management
Hearts Content Quiet Hours: 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
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