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Laurel Ridge State Park stretches along the Laurel Mountain from the picturesque Youghiogheny River at Ohiopyle to the Conemaugh Gorge near Johnstown. Most visitors come to hike. The Laurel Highlands Trail extends over 70 miles and features trail shelters for overnight camping.
A snowmobile trail system of over 70 miles is open daily after the end of the antlerless deer season in late December. The trail is located on state park and state forest lands. Snowmobiles are restricted to designated trails and are not permitted on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail.
Approximately 35 miles of trail are available for cross-country skiing. Please check with the park office to see which sections are suitable for skiing. There is also a 20-mile cross-country ski touring concession adjacent to the Route 653 parking area. A fee is required on this trail.
The Laurel Highlands Trail, a major 70-mile hiking and backpacking trail from Ohiopyle to near Johnstown, is the main feature of the park. The trail traverses state parks, state forests, state game lands, other public lands and private lands.
Large wooden signs mark trail access points at every major highway crossing. Six 30-car parking areas provide starting points. In addition, voluntary day use registration booths are located at each of the parking areas and the trail user is encouraged to fill out information cards for vital park attendance data and for use in the event of an emergency. For overnight use of the trail see Special Regulation 15. Overnight reservations are mandatory. A fee is required for overnight camping.
There are eight overnight shelter areas along the trail. Each area contains 5 adirondack-type shelters with fireplaces, 2 non-flush toilets, a water supply and spaces for 30 tents.
For more important information concerning the Laurel Highlands Trail, visit the park Web site or contact the park office.
Address:
1117 Jim Mountain Rd.
Rockwood, PA 15557
Phone: 724-455-3744
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