9.8 mi
Distance
1,148 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 50m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
North Country National Scenic is a point-to-point trail in McKean County, Pennsylvania. It is 9.8 miles long and gains 1,148 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is closed to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Russell, Pennsylvania, about 11 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 444 ft |
| High point | 8.0 mi | 594 ft |
| End | 9.7 mi | 416 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- No horses
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Russell, PA · about 11 mi away
- County:
- McKean County, PA
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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