page_title: Pine Creek Rail Trail
section_title: Activities
hierarchical_section_title: Pine Creek Rail Trail / Activities
caption_attribution_description: Looking south on Rail Trail along Pine Creek a few miles north of Blackwell in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, USA
context_page_description: The Pine Creek Rail Trail is a rail trail in the Appalachian Mountains of north-central Pennsylvania.
  The trail begins just north of Wellsboro, runs south through Pine Creek Gorge, and ends at Jersey Shore. A 2001 article in USA Today named the 65-mile-long trail one of "10 great places to take a bike tour" in the world.
context_section_description: The trail is relatively flat with only gentle grades. It is topped with crushed limestone. Bicycling and hiking are extremely popular during the spring, summer, and fall. The trail provides opportunities for cross-country skiing during the winter. Between Ansonia and Tiadaghton, horseback riding is permitted on the trail.
  The trail intersects with several hiking trails, including the Pennsylvania Mid State Trail. During some parts of the year, Pine Creek provides excellent opportunities for fishing, canoeing, and kayaking. However, the water level in the creek varies significantly, and it is sometimes too shallow for boating.
  Wildlife viewing is also popular. Hawks and other large birds are commonly seen along the trail. Canada geese and ducks are also common. Bald eagles are occasionally seen in the area. Bears and white-tailed deer live in the wooded areas and are seen along the trail.
  Without a written permit from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, motorized vehicles are strictly forbidden from using the trail. This ban includes motorcycles, snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles.
  Camping is allowed only in certain areas such as Bonell Flats and Black Walnut Bottom along the trail, and permits for these locations must be obtained in advance from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Several private campgrounds are located near the trail. Numerous lodging establishments are available in Wellsboro and Jersey Shore. There are also small lodging establishments located in Blackwell and Cedar Run, and private cabin rentals are available along the trail.
  Parking areas and composting toilets are available at regular intervals along the entire length of the trail. Several water pumps are provided along the trail, but trail users should carry enough water to last for the duration of their trips. The boroughs of Wellsboro and Jersey Shore offer a full array of services and supplies. Restaurants are located in Blackwell, Cedar Run, Slate Run, Waterville and Jersey Shore. Gasoline and other supplies are available at general stores located in Ansonia, Slate Run and Waterville.
caption: Hiker on the Pine Creek Rail Trail just north of Blackwell in Tioga County, Pennsylvania.
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