Cook Forest State Park cover 8,500 acres and protects some of Northwestern Pennsylvania's last remaining old growth forests. The Forest Cathedral section of hemlock and white pines is a National …
Designated as a National Wild and Scenic River, the 110-mile Clarion River drains a rugged portion of the Allegheny Plateau as it makes its way to the Allegheny.
From here you can access two excellent viewpoints over the forest and Clarion River. The fire tower can be a bit intimidating for those with a fear of heights.
This stretch has beautiful views on and off the trail. Worth getting off the trail to see the view of the Redbank River from the bridge, and check out the former fire brick plant.