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Route 271 Shelter Area

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Route 271 Shelter Area

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Laurel Ridge State Park

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    June 16, 2025

    Hiking

    This shelter area just off Route 271 is one of eight strategically placed along the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail. Each shelter area has five Adirondack-style lean-to shelters, room for up to 25 tents, bathrooms, fire pits, and garbage cans. Overnight stays at shelter areas must be reserved ahead of time with Laurel Ridge State Park.

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    1. Laurel Ridge Shelter Trail

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    Hike the easy 1.3-mile Laurel Ridge Shelter Trail in Laurel Ridge State Park, enjoying forests and wildflowers.

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    Elevation 750 m

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    Location: Somerset County, Pennsylvania, United States

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