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Allegheny National Forest

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Trails: There are trails at five different locations in the Allegheny National Forest, but only the Laurel Mill Cross Country Ski Trail is groomed.

Deer Lick - 15 km of easy to intermediate loops
Hearts Content - 10 km of easy loops
Westline - 16 km of easy to intermediate loops
Laurel Mill - 17.2 kilometers (10.7 miles) of groomed interconnecting loops for cross-country skiing and hiking. The trailhead offers parking, restroom and a warming hut that are accessible to persons with disabilities.
Brush Hollow & Mill Creek Trails - 20 km of groomed of easy to challenging loops

Trail fees: No charge (winter 2004/5)
Tel: 814-723-5150
Snow report: Trail conditions are posted on the ANF website
Nearest town: Sheffield, PA
Web site: Allegheny National Forest
Trail map: Maps of most trails can be picked up at the Forest Service offices and viewed on the ANF website
Equipment rentals: Available at Love's Canoe in Ridgway
Ski lessons: No
Other winter activities:
Facilities: Laurel Mill has a warming hut
Lodging on site: None
Lodging nearby: There are a few choices of accommodation in the Warren and Ridgway regions
Location of trails: The Laurel Mill trailhead is located three miles west of Ridgway. Follow Main Street in Ridgway heading west, continue out of town for three miles. The parking area is clearly marked on your right, and the trails are on both sides of the road. See the ANF website for directions to other trails.
Weather forecast: Sheffield
Tourism info: Allegheny National Forest Vacation Bureau | Ridgway Chamber
Update submitted by: DL
From: Ridgway, PA
Date submitted: Dec 15, 2004
Map of local region: Ridgway Area

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Allegheny National Forest