Forests often conjure fairy tale images, don’t they? Towering trees with golden sun rays peeking through. Lush forest floors. Birds singing. We all need a little bit of that fairy tale beauty in our lives, and experiencing it is only a half an hour away. Hike this enchanting forest trail near Pittsburgh that promises plenty of jaw-dropping scenery and picture-perfect moments.

Pack everything you need - sunscreen and bottled water, for example - for your hike along Forest Trail in Raccoon Creek State Park, just a half an hour from downtown Pittsburgh.
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Some, who have hiked the forest trail near Pittsburgh, recommend wearing long pants to prevent getting bruised from the brush.
Be prepared for the challenge that awaits on the 6.2-mile trail that's rated more difficult hiking. Your effort, however, will be well-rewarded.
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The Forest Trail promises picturesque hiking all year around. During the spring, for instance, admire the fields of wildflowers, and...
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Drink in jaw-dropping views of Raccoon Lake in the autumn, after the leaves have carpeted the ground.
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Hike along the trail that will also take you by a former stone quarry. If you're up for an overnighter, follow Connector 6 to the backpacking sites.
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Raccoon Creek State Park also boasts several other trails that meander through the lush forested area. Explore the Cross Country Skiing trail, an easy 2.1-mile hike, that features a rich...
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Pine forest and meadows. For another challenging hike, follow the three-mile Appaloosa Trail, where you'll get an up close view of cherry, maple, oak, and hickory trees.
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Address: 3000 PA-18, Hookstown, PA, 15050
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