Description

The 13,625-acre Laurel Ridge State Park stretches along Laurel Mountain from the picturesque Youghiogheny River At Ohiopyle, PA to the Conemaugh Gorge near Johnstown, PA. This large park spans Cambria, Fayette, Somerset and Westmoreland counties. The main feature of thepark is the 70-mile Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail, which features trail shelters for overnight camping There are eight overnight shelter areas. One is located approximately every 6 to 12 miles along the trail. Each area contains five Adirondack-type shelters with fireplaces, two non-flush toilets and spaces for 30 tents.

Details

Website/URL http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/laurelridge.aspx

Phone 724-455-3744

Features Backpacking, Cross-country Skiing, Hiking, Hunting, Snowmobiling,