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It is a steep hike up and a steep hike down, but the views from Smith's Knob are worth it! This symmetrical peak rises steeply above the surrounding landscape, with views down onto the rolling mountains, Loyalsock Creek, and the valley.

This tree is marked with one of two types of blazes used on the Loyalsock Trail. The current style is a round yellow disk marked with "LT". As you hike the trail, you may also find remnants of the older marking system: rectangular, yellow paint blazes (2" x 6") with red horizontal stripe. Trail turns in that system were indicated with yellow directional arrows, some of which are still visible today. If there is a double blaze, it means an upcoming change in direction.

Located near the Pine Creek Rail Trail and Ansonia, the Southern Terminus of the West Rim Trail offers a straightforward entry point into one of Pennsylvania’s most scenic long-distance hikes. There’s space for roadside parking near the trailhead on Colton Road, making it a practical spot to kick off your thru-hike. From here, the trail quickly immerses you in quiet hardwood forest before climbing toward some of the trail’s best overlooks. Make sure to fill up on water early—sources are limited in this section.

Covering over 160,000 acres, Tioga State Forest offers rugged trails, deep gorges, and quiet backroads perfect for hiking, biking, and wildlife watching. It’s home to the Pine Creek Gorge—also known as Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon—and includes part of the West Rim Trail, one of the state's top long-distance hikes. Expect remote terrain, limited cell service, and big views.

This spot gives you one of the best elevated views of Pine Creek along the West Rim Trail. You’ll be looking straight down into the canyon, with uninterrupted views of the water and surrounding ridgelines. It’s a good place to take a short break, check your map, or snap a few photos before heading back on the trail.

Colton Point State Park offers some of the best views of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon from its rugged western rim. The overlooks are easily accessible and especially breathtaking at sunrise or during peak fall foliage. For a more challenging adventure, it's also a great entry point to the West Rim Trail.

Tiadaghton State Forest covers nearly 150,00- square acres and includes several other smaller natural areas, such as Algerine Wild Area directly east of here and Algerine Swamp Natural Area to the north. Hunting is allowed (including the hunting of black bears!) so wearing orange during hunting season is always a good idea.

This is one of four great tent sites along County Line Branch. You can filter water from the creek. No permits are required for single-night stays, but you do need a permit from Tiadaghton State Forest at 570-753-5409 if you intend to stay at the same site for more than one night in a row.