This dam is 625 feet in length with a maximum height of 34 feet and was created for recreational purposes to form Scotts Run Lake. This area offers a nice, peaceful view of the water with some scenic surroundings.

Tip by

2.13 km

Scotts Run Lake

Highlight • Lake

Scotts Run Lake is a 22 acre lake in French Creek State Park. It is a beautiful lake surrounded by woodlands. It is a great stop for a relaxing break …

Tip by

3.72 km

Boon Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A fun section of singletrack ranging from smooth dirt to small rock gardens. The trail is mixed use, so be cautious of hikers out on it too.

Tip by

4.66 km

French Creek State Park

Highlight • Forest

French Creek State Park is a 7,730-acre park filled with forests, lakes, and wetlands. This is the largest patch of contiguous forest between Washington D.C. and New York City.

Tip by

8.55 km

Miller Point

Highlight • Natural Monument

Miller Point is a rock formation created millions of years ago by molten lava that erupted and cooled. Initially a solid rock, it has gradually broken into sections over time …

Tip by

12.0 km

Chestnut Hill

Highlight • Summit

Located in French Creek State Park, Chestnut Hill is a low height peak, perfect for a nice ride with forest views outside of Philadelphia.

Tip by

18.0 km

Hopewell Lake

Highlight • Lake

One of the two lakes within French Creek State Park. There are benches and picnic areas around the lake, so there are many comfortable places to take a break and relax.

Tip by

18.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.8 km

1.56 km

772 m

230 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.99 km

5.87 km

1.33 km

827 m

434 m

Elevation

Highest point (300 m)

Lowest point (140 m)

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