At the southern trailhead of the Gerard Hiking Trail, the historic site of Petroleum Center marks what was once a bustling 19th‑century oil boomtown. Today, hikers can explore a self-guided …
This junction marks your option to branch off the main Gerard Hiking Trail and descend toward Oil Creek via the West Side Trail. Take this spur for access to the …
Cow Run Shelter is one of two designated overnight areas along the Gerard Hiking Trail. It features tent sites and 6 Adirondack-style shelters, each equipped with a fireplace. The site …
Near this stretch of the Gerald Hiking Trail, you’ll pass remnants of Historic Washington Street—once part of a company town that supported the bustling oil industry in the region. Just …
Nestled in the western arm of Oil Creek State Park, Wolfkiel Run offers six Adirondack-style shelters with stone fireplaces, raised platforms, picnic tables, and 10 shared tent sites. Each shelter …
From this ridgeline viewpoint, hikers can spot a series of replica oil derricks tucked into the treeline across the valley. These reconstructions represent real 19th-century oil ventures like Great Lakes …
This peaceful spot offers a sweeping ridgeline view across the forested slopes of Oil Creek State Park. From here, you can look out toward the opposing hillside, where a patchwork …