Leonard Harrison State Park

Hiking: 4.6 miles of trails
The trails lead to many beautiful vistas and waterfalls, but traverse very rugged terrain, pass close to many steep cliffs, and may have slippery surfaces. Trails are subject to seasonal closure due to snow and ice, usually from December through April.

Caution! Hikers on the Turkey Path Trail should be in good physical condition, wear sturdy boots, and use caution due to slippery/wet conditions and steep trail sections.

The following guidelines will help ensure a safe and enjoyable hiking experience while at the park.

• Always wear sturdy boots. Wearing sneakers, sandals, water shoes, and "street shoes" can lead to serious accidents in this park.
• Be prepared. Have proper clothing and equipment (compass, map, matches, water, food, flashlight, etc.) available in case of an emergency. This is especially important when traveling remote trails or when hiking during non-summer seasons.
• Give yourself plenty of time for your hike. The weather changes quickly in the park. Plan to be off the trails well before dark.
• Let someone know where you are hiking and when you should return.
• Stay on the trails. Leaving the trail causes damage to unique natural resources, promotes erosion, and can be dangerous. Stay behind the railings and fences. Avoid the temptation to get on rock overhangs for a better view.
• Don't take shortcuts from one trail section to another. Taking shortcuts down switchbacks is dangerous and causes trail damage.

Turkey Path Trail:

• 2 miles round trip, most difficult hiking
• This difficult trail descends one mile to the bottom of Pine Creek Gorge. It is a down and back trail.
• There is no bridge across Pine Creek at the bottom.
• The top half of the trail descends through a series of switchbacks to a view of Little Four-Mile Run at 0.5 miles, then on a short distance to the first waterfall.
• The trail continues downward along narrow switchbacks and wooden decking, bridges, and steps.
• The lowest parts of the trail are along a series of waterfalls.
• The trail ends at the Pine Creek Trail. Major improvements on the Turkey Path Trail, including steps, observation decks, and hand rails were completed by the Pennsylvania Conservation Corps in 1993.

Overlook Trail:

• 0.6 mile, more difficult hiking
• This loop passes Otter View, a vista looking south.