Are dogs allowed on Wilhelm Trail?

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

Do I need a permit to hike Wilhelm Trail?

No, Wilhelm 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 Wilhelm Trail?

Wilhelm Trail is rated easy. It is 11.9 miles long with 456 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.

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Pennsylvania

Wilhelm Trail

Sandy Lake, Pennsylvania

11.9 mi

Distance

456 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 12m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

Paved multi-purpose trail around Lake Wilhelm. (11 miles) Early in 1954, Pennsylvania Forestry Association president Dr. Maurice K. Goddard wrote a letter to the new administration of Governor George Leader, suggesting things that needed to be done for forestry. Leader was impressed enough to appoint Goddard as his secretary of Forests and Waters and Goddard went on to serve twenty-four years under five governors, establishing the Department of Envirionmental Resources and building Pennsylvania's state Park system.. The 2,856-acre park that bears his name is dominated by Lake Wilhelm, a popular fishing and boating lake. The multi-purpose paved trail circuts the lake and, unlike many paved trails, is not flat. There are numerous short hills and dips that can make this a varied but not difficult bike ride. The north shore section of the trail has a number bridged stream crossings and more open fields and vistas than the southern shore. The trail on the south shore shares Creek Road for a distance.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:362 ft

Max:396 ft

392 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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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.