Any hike that leads to a waterfall has to be pretty sweet. After all, it leads to one of Mother Nature’s most perfect creations. Pigeon Run Falls Trail in Pennsylvania is a relatively short and sweet hike that will take you straight to a beautiful waterfall. However, you may face a few challenges along the way, including getting to that corner of Allegheny National Forest.
Pigeon Run Falls is the definition of a hidden gem. It is, in fact, hidden among the more than half of a million acres that make up Allegheny National Forest.
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Your best bet for finding the trailhead is to input the parking lot’s coordinates (N 41° 27.553 W 078° 58.152) into your GPS. The drive to the trailhead can get pretty rough as you’ll be …
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… driving on remote forest roads, so make sure you have decent tires. You’ll find the trailhead right near the parking lot.
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The two-mile trail is considered easy for all skill levels, although you may face some challenges, such as slippery surfaces and rocky terrain. It can get quite muddy, too.
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Arguably, the highlight of the trail is Pigeon Run Falls, a beautiful cascading waterfall that drops into a crystal clear pool of water.
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You’ll also pass other scenic beauty along way, including babbling brooks and …
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… maybe even local wildlife. While you might run into some rocky and muddy terrain (be prepared to get muddy), you might be pleasantly surprised to learn the trail is predominately flat.
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Find more on the official website of Allegheny National Forest. You can also find a trail map and more info on All Trails.
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Have you ever trekked the Pigeon Run Falls Trail in Pennsylvania? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! On the prowl for short but sweet hikes in PA? Here are the 10 best short hikes under three miles in Pennsylvania.
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Address: Allegheny National Forest, Marienville, PA 16239, USA
