Mercer, Pennsylvania
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Top Hiking Spots in and near Mercer
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Portersville, Pennsylvania
Hike the Alpha Pass Trail
0.2 miPark in the lot at McConnell's Mill Rd but instead of going down the steps from the lot, walk up to the intersection of Johnson Rd and McConnell's Mill Rd. Walk toward the house that is a little down the road on McConnell's Mill Rd. You will see a trail head to your left and thats where you want ...Read more -
Ellwood City, Pennsylvania
Hike McConnell's Mill State Park
4.8A trip to McConnell's Mill is a great idea at any time of year. Hiking trails that follow the Slippery Rock Gorge offer scenic views while the relaxing sound of Slippery Rock Creek echoes in the background. At one end of the park, you'll find the old Mill House along the banks of the creek as wel...Read more -
Ellwood City, Pennsylvania
Hike Through Hells Hollow
4.01 miHells Hollow is part of McConnell's Mill State Park. It is a short and quick hike with things to do and see the entire way! During the winter the snow turns this place into a life-like snow globe, while in the spring the wildflowers make for beautiful sights.Start off by parking at the Hells Hol...Read more -
Ellwood City, Pennsylvania
Hike to Slippery Rock Creek from Hell's Hollow
5.04.6 miThis nicely groomed trail starts at Hell's Hollow and branches off to the left. The trails total length is 24 miles long, but we chose to start off slow and go with an out and back just to the creek. This is a 2.3 mile hike one way which also has some steep inclines and a few switch backs.The sta...Read more -
Youngstown, Ohio
Hike the Gorge Trail Loop
5.02 miThis is a lovely 2 mile hike along Mill Creek. We parked by Lake Newport and started off on the West Gorge Trail toward the Mill. The trail itself was decent, with some rough spots, but still hike able. Make sure you go down to the Creek before you head across the covered bridge to the East Gorge...Read more -
Youngstown, Ohio
Lanterman's Mill Trail
4.52 mi / 266 ft gainLanterman's Mill Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Youngstown, Ohio.Read more -
Alliance, Ohio
Hike Nelson Kennedy Ledges
5.01.5 mi / 40 ft gainStarting at the the parking lot off of OH SR 282, cross the road and you'll arrive at the base of the conglomerate cliffs that give the park its name. From there, follow the blue blazed trail to get the best views and overall experience of the park. The blue blazed trail follows the base of the c...Read more