서머셋 카운티 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

This shelter area located north of Route 31 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. There is a seasonal stream that runs through the south end of this shelter area near shelters #1 and #2 that can serve as a good water supply.

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.

Seven Springs is a mountain ski resort with multi-use trails in the off-season. The Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail runs directly through the area and past Tahoe Lodge, with views of the nearby lake. For through hikers, this is a great spot to rest for a meal and take in some views of the highest point on the trail.

Beam Rocks is a sandstone outcrop that rises about 90 feet above the surrounding forest. The rocks are a popular spot for day hikers and climbers. There is access via a short side trail here, but this is also a good spot to pause for a view of the rocks if you prefer to stay on the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail.

Though Laurel Summit State Park is only 6 acres, the trails that start run for miles through Forbes State Forest and along the Laurel Ridge.

It's hard to beat the view from the top of Beam Rocks. The best part is that it's accessible from a variety of different trails. You can do a quick out and back if you only have a short time, or take one of the many longer trails in the area and make it a day hike.

This is one of the eight shelters that provides a rustic camping experience for backpackers seeking solitude and immersion in nature. Reservations are required for overnight stays and can be made online or by phone. While the shelter offers a basic level of comfort, it's important to be prepared for a wilderness experience, as amenities are limited.

Located at the parking lot of Laurel Summit State Park, this trailhead will take you all the way up to Wolf Rocks, where the views will most certainly reward the effort as you approach the Parks Hill mountain side.