Following 1800s logging roads and railroad grades through long-abandoned towns, quarries, and logging sites, it's a celebration of how the forest reclaims the land. The quarry shut down in 1936, but the steps still stand. To reach Greenwood Furnace State Park, follow US 22 east from Pittsburgh through Altoona to Huntingdon, north on PA 26 to PA 305 near McAlvey's Fort, which leads into the state park. Driving time is 3 to 3.5 hours.
Trail access is behind the motel.
No camping permits are required. Maps Keystone Trails Association sells the Tuscarora And Link Trail Maps, a set of five double-sided strip maps with natural features and topo information, trailhead parking, vistas, water sources, and campsites. Visit their website for ordering information. Be mindful of hunting seasons when passing through Pennsylvania game lands. And Link Trails , published by the Keystone Trails Association and available through their website , gives detailed trail descriptions.