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Leonard Harrison State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,967 Google reviews · Running trail in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Leonard Harrison State Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
This park encompasses the east rim of Pine Creek Gorge & offers hiking, camping, fishing & hunting.
What runners say about Leonard Harrison State Park
“There are clean facilities at the top, plenty of parking and several levels of lookouts I'm definitely going to visit in all seasons!”
“An excellent scenic overlook with spectacular views of the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania.”
This place is beautiful. We went camping and passed this along the way. Convenient bathrooms, clean. A lovely rest stop. The only problem, there was barely any signage on the way there to know where it was! We had to rely on gps which was in and out of service due to the area, so have it uploaded.
One of our favorite spots in Northern Pennsylvania. This Tioga county grand Vista is absolutely amazing. As you look over the thousands of acres of State Park and watch the leaves blow up following the canyon draft, it’s absolutely amazing.
Very nice park. Everything is pretty new, it seems. We did the Turkey Trail all the way to the bottom - 800 feet down and 800 feet up. Don't do this trail if you question your balance or get nervous easily; There are a few spots where you get a little uneasy that you might slip or trip down a steep slope.
Beautiful area, there are tons of trails and the views go on for miles. It was a little hazy when we went so I felt like there wasn't as much perspective depth but we still loved it. Very accessible at some points and we will be back soon.
Trail conditions & character
“The views are amazing, the hike is challenging but very fun and the campground was super clean.”
“There are clean facilities at the top, plenty of parking and several levels of lookouts I'm definitely going to visit in all seasons!”
“with facilities for every need, lots of hiking trails, a visitor center with excellent bathrooms.”
“Don't do this trail if you question your balance or get nervous easily; There are a few spots where you get a little uneasy that you might slip or trip down a steep slope.”
“The only reason I'm giving 4 stars is b/c the water fountains weren't working.”
“Very accessible at some points and we will be back soon.”
Plan your run at Leonard Harrison State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitedcnr.pa.gov
- Phone(570) 724-3061
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