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Glacier Ridge Trail
ExpertOut and Back

Glacier Ridge Trail

Portersville, Pennsylvania

17.2 mi

Distance

3,091 ft

Elev. Gain

7h 6m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Glacier Ridge Trail is a 17.2-mile out-and-back trail located near Portersville. With a significant elevation gain of 3,091 feet, this trail presents a challenging hike suitable for experienced outdoor enthusiasts. The trail navigates through varied terrain with notable changes in elevation, ranging from 367 meters to a maximum of 479 meters above sea level.

From Wikipedia

The Glacier Ridge Trail is a 14.8-mile-long (23.8 km) hiking trail in western Pennsylvania. The trail extends from Moraine State Park to Jennings Environmental Education Center. As its name implies, the trail largely follows a ridgeline and associated features formed by glaciers during the Last Glacial Period.

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

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:367 ft
Max:479 ft
942 ft
942 ft
367 ft404 ft442 ft479 ft0.0 mi4.3 mi8.6 mi12.9 mi17.2 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Out & Back
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Best Seasons

Highlights

forest setting

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