Maps are available at park offices and are clearly identified with trail geology. Parking for the Laurel Mill trailhead is three miles west of Ridgway on Township Road 307, known as Spring Creek Road. Brush Hollow's trailhead is located 10 miles north of Ridgway on State Route 948. The trail can be found on the James City Quadrangle. Relatively flat terrain makes it ideal for beginners.
Informational signs mark the trail junctions and key locations.
Fifteen ponds serve as an important link in the Atlantic flyway for nearly 20 species during waterfowl migration. In addition, hikers may also see bear, coyote, beaver, deer, snapping turtles, turkey, osprey and bald eagles. The southern trailhead is located on Forest Road 157, one mile south of Marienville on Loleta Road. The northern trailhead is located on Forest Road 376, two and one-half miles east of Marienville on Lamonaville Road. Marienville is located along Route 66, north of Cook Forest.