The trail is constructed on the railroad bed of the Valley Railroad Company, a railroad which is believed to be the smallest railroad company in the world. Difficulty level is easy. Wildlife, including deer and local birds, also frequent the trail. 219 & Rt. Located between the Allegheny National Forest of Pennsylvania and Allegany State Park in New York, McKean County, Pennsylvania is Trail Central! Turn left to stay on Forest Road 122, and go 4.2 miles. Return trip was up service road - loose rock but wooded. The Kinzua Valley Trail follows the route of the former Kinzua and Hemlock Railroad (later Valley Railroad) near the town of Westline. The trail head is located at the Crook Farm Homestead, a heritage site that features a one-room school house and restored farm house from the 19th century. 100 S. Davis Street Visit the many Quaint Villages and Small Towns in the Forest region. We were looking for some thing else to do in the area and saw this trail, so we brought our bicycles. The theme of 2023's Centennial celebration is "Allegheny National Forest Centennial - Recovery to Resilience, 100 years of Growth.". 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. Just bring along your hiking boots, mountain bike or cross-country skis and you'll be ready to experience the solitude and beauty of this marvelous trail. Jewett to Kinzua Bridge State Park. Bradford, PA 16701 Entrance to the trail is at the confluence of Marilla Brook and Lean-to-Run from the Marilla Bridges Trail, follow the run upstream to the white pines. The views are so incredible. Difficulty level is moderate. SOON TO BE CONNECTED TO THE TRAILHEAD IN WESTLINE. All in all, a great little trail if you want to experience the Allegheny National Forest. It is great to find a trail dedicated to non-motorized recreational use. A system of trails, close to the village of Smethport, are available for hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking. ALLTRAILS and the AllTrails Mountain Design are registered trademarks of AllTrails, LLC in the United States as well as certain other jurisdictions. On the way out on this holiday weekend I was surprised hardly anyone on it. Some muddy/watery areas so recommend boots. Nearby Trails (12) Allegheny National Forest Trails BicyclePA Route Y Blaisdell-Emery Trail Bullis Hollow Trail Clarion River Water Trail East Branch Dam Snowmobile Trail System Kinzua Valley Trail Maple Trail Marilla Trail System North Country Trail Richard E. McDowell Trail Timberdoodle Flats Wildlife Interpretive Trail If you follow the trail to the bottom, there is a trail that goes up the opposite side, a small incline. 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! The trail head is accessed from the village of Westline. Miles and miles of trails offer a relaxing and fun way to get away from it all in any season. Difficult trail because of steep steps and trail. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. HIKE, BIKE, SKI or RIDE THE KVT (equestrian use designated between Westline & Tally Ho Trailheads only). $225.00* for 2 Adults, 2 nights. 814-778-5207 Travel along the banks of Kinzua Creek on the path of the old Valley Railroad through unpopulated forest and marshland where wildlife abounds. Kane, PA 16735 Great views. 814-778-5391 Kinzua Valley Trail | Westline PA Kinzua is amazing. From Rt. Holiday Valley Resort Ellicottville, NY. Difficulty level is rated moderate to difficult. Access is from the northeastern corn of the Guidance Center/Smethport Wellness Center parking lot. The trailhead parking lot is located along Rt. Walk to the Barrelhouse Restaurant & Pub next door, serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. A 1.4 mile 10-ft wide paved surface trail meanders along the west branch of the Tunungwant Creek. Experience this 1.2-mile out-and-back trail near Mount Jewett, Pennsylvania. Located along the banks of the scenic Kinzua Creek, the surface is crushed limestone. Difficulty level is rated easy to moderate. It's an amazing close to 10 mile out and back from 219 to Red Bridge. A second trailhead for this linear trail is located at Red Bridge Campground in the Allegheny National Forest along Rt. Travelers Health | CDC. Be prepared to do some steeper rocky hiking while youre out there- it can be avoided if you need to, but I would totally reccommend going for it! The trail head is located at 41 45, 420N 078 35.133 W. Difficulty level is moderate. Its time to leave the city behind and get back to nature. Very scenic along the river. Tamarack Club a condominium/hotel in Holiday Valley Ellicottville, NY, The Inn at Holiday Valley Download the Travel Guide. 100 S. Davis Street Beautiful views! The total package is $299.00 plus tax for two adults. There are over 30 miles of mountain biking trails! Moderate. Driving north from Bradford, turn onto PA Rt. Non-motorized use only. Westline Inn is just before one parking area with pavilion, grill and picnic tables. 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. Package includes 2 nights lodging, free hot breakfast bar, 4 bottles of bottled water, two ANF decals, and a bag of trail mix. Travel along the banks of the Kinzua Creek through vibrant forest and marshland bounding with wildlife. Spend the evening relaxing around the fire pit. 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). Ellicottville, NY 14731 346, five miles west of the City of Bradford. Trail surfaces: Crushed Stone Trail category: Rail-Trail ID: 6316490 Activities: Bike Walking Cross Country Skiing Go Unlimited Export to Trail Guide Spend the evening relaxing around the fire pit. Really enjoyed this trail, will do it again. Red marker indicates Kinzua Valley trailhead; dotted line indicates trail: Plan your trip. There is no cell phone service. Trail use is for biking, hiking, and cross-country skiing. The trail head is accessed from the village of Westline. Please take your trash with you when you go.. aneal@holidayvalley.com. Truly "edu-taining" visitor center/museum exhibits, DO NOT miss! Allegheny National Forest Visitors Bureau. Call for reservations at 814-778-5391, and mention this Fly & Drive package for special pricing! Passing through open hardwood forests and large rock formations, the ground cover along the trail is thick with Mountain Laurel. Brochures and audio tour equipment are available at the Main Street Mercantile, 96 Main Street. 31 CCC Rd, Westline, PA 16740 219 & Rt. Really enjoyed this trail, will do it again. 1.15 miles | Easiest hiking | Loop trail | Blue blazes. Turn left onto SR3006/-Westline Road, keeping an eye out for directional trail signage. As far as moderate goes I would say it is easy. 5.8 mi State: California Asphalt. Really enjoyed this trail. This trail is awesome. $549 for 2 nights for 2 adults. Recreations permitted: hiking, snowshoeing recommended. In 2018, the Kinzua Valley Trail Club was successful in securing a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources to construct a three-mile extension of the Kinzua Valley Trail from Westline eastward to US Route 219. A 1.2 mile hiking trail along the banks of the scenic Tunungawant Creek, located just north of the City of Bradford. 346. 6, travel north on Rt. The limestone surfaced trail offers progressive changes in direction and elevation paralleling Marilla Springs at its point of origin. The park is open May through October, 9 AM to 6 PM daily, trail tickets are sold until 5 PM. Difficulty level is rated moderate to difficult. Get a FREE Rail Trails Guidebook when you become a Member with Rails-to-Trails Conservancy. If you are in the area, make sure to try them all! The two by fours were laid flat together, so there were no nails sticking up. Download the Travel Guide. Turn right onto SR 321 N/Kane-Marshburg Road, and then immediately turn left onto Red Bridge Bank Fishing Road. Walk to the Barrelhouse Restaurant & Pub next door, serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. lantzcornersgetaway@yahoo.com. the trail is steep and rocky on the opposite side but worth the hike to see the other half of the remaining bridge. Some sections steep but not overly so. Rock City Park is closed during inclement weather. the choice is yours! Located between the Allegheny National Forest of Pennsylvania and Allegany State Park in New York, McKean County, Pennsylvania is Trail Central! Trail was very busy this Fathers Day. 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). (send us pictures of your activities on the trail - (kinzuavalleytrail@gmail.com). 814-778-5391 BRICK CAMPAIGN - As a supporter of the KVTC and the rail trail, would you like to purchase a memorial brick to recognize someone or an organization of your choice? 814-362-4501. The trail head is located along Rt. In Westline there is the Westline Inn which offers lodging and food. 34.4 mi State: California Dirt . ANF Visitors Bureau80 East Corydon StreetBradford, Pennsylvania 16701McKean County, USA1-800-473-9370info@visitANF.com. Whether youre biking, hiking, or resting on one of the benches lining the trail, you can enjoy the sights and sounds of wetland areas along the creek and a full canopy of mature trees bordering the path. Park entrance is on the left approximately 20 minutes driving time. This is a good trail for bicycling, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing as well as hiking, as it is mostly on roads and is wide and smooth. Located between the Allegheny National Forest of Pennsylvania and Allegany State Park in New York, McKean County, Pennsylvania is Trail Central! 814-837-6522 FIND YOUR WAY OUTSIDE is a trademark of AllTrails, LLC. Loved it! At the 321 area of the trail there is parking for about 10 cars. 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). Travelers (pa.gov), Link for CDC Guidelines This -mile long trail loops along the banks of Marvin Creek in Hamlin Lake Park in Smethport. Kane Manor Inn When fully completed the trail will span from the Kinzua Bridge State Park to the Clarion Junction, 73.8- miles in length. Call for reservations at 814-778-5391, and mention this Fly & Drive package for special pricing! 6 Travelers Health | CDC. of bridge damage! Great for dogs!! Lantz Corners Getaway and Conference Center Many businesses have been impacted by this pandemic, please call ahead to check for changes at your destination before traveling.
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