One Of The Oddest Geological Wonders Is Located Right Here In Pennsylvania
By Beth Price-Williams|Published September 23, 2017
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Pennsylvania is constantly full of surprises. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, you discover another spectacular spot, like this one tucked away in Lancaster County. Pull on your sturdiest, most comfortable walking shoes. Charge your smartphone (because pictures are a must!). And, head to Koser Park in Bainbridge to experience one of the most stunning geological wonders in Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvanians had to wait nearly three decades, until just a few years ago, to experience the White Cliffs of Conoy, once on private land, up close.
Park at nearby Koser Park before strolling the 1.5-mile trail that will lead you straight to the geological wonder that has attracted curiosity seekers for decades.
Along the way, you'll pass the remnants of a former quarry. The cliffs, and the area around them, once housed a limestone quarry that first opened in the mid-1800s.
The quarry — and others in Lancaster County — played a crucial role in the area and during World War II. However, the companies regularly dumped its limestone and dolomite waste along the river.
That waste is believed to have formed what are now the White Cliffs of Conoy that today sit 60 feet above the river and "125 yards wide and 90 yards deep," according to Lancaster Online.
Visitors are welcome to explore the White Cliffs of Conoy, which now sit on public land. However, Conoy Township advises all visitors to take extreme caution while on the cliffs.
No bikes or other vehicles, motorized or otherwise, are permitted on the cliffs. Pets and children are allowed but should be closely supervised as there are numerous steep drop offs.
Have you ever visited the White Cliffs of Conoy? What was your experience like? Click here to read about the Boxcar Rocks, another unique geological wonder.
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