Are dogs allowed on Allegheny Front Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Allegheny Front Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Allegheny Front Trail?

No, Allegheny Front Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Allegheny Front Trail?

Allegheny Front Trail is rated expert. It is 39.0 miles long with 6,325 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Allegheny Front Trail suitable for kids?

Allegheny Front Trail is not typically recommended for young children due to length, exposure, or technical terrain. Older kids with hiking experience may be fine — use your judgment based on your family's comfort level.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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ExpertLoop

Pennsylvania

Allegheny Front Trail

Philipsburg, Pennsylvania

39.0 mi

Distance

6,325 ft

Elev. Gain

15h 32m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Allegheny Front Trail is a 41.9-mile (67.4 km) hiking trail in central Pennsylvania, forming a loop through Moshannon State Forest and roughly encircling Black Moshannon State Park. It is known for visiting several vistas off the Allegheny Front, for walking along "Red" Moshannon Creek for a significant distance, and for visiting many different ecosystems ranging from wetlands to forested hollows to high meadows. The trail crosses Pennsylvania Route 504 twice and can also be reached from two side trails that originate in the state park.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:402 ft

Max:738 ft

1,928 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.