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PA Grand Canyon
4.8 ★★★★★ 2,107 Google reviews · Running trail in Wellsboro, Pennsylvania · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of PA Grand Canyon yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
Steep forested canyon with waterfalls & lookouts, plus hiking & biking on the Pine Creek Rail Trail.
What runners say about PA Grand Canyon
“This was a beautiful canyon, absolutely amazing view, I didn't walk the trails because we went on a really cold day but it was well worth the drive there.”
“It’s a peaceful and scenic place, perfect for hiking, photography, or just relaxing in nature.”
We visited the PA Grand Canyon during the fall season, and it was absolutely beautiful! The fall colors were stunning vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellowing & with green everywhere. We really enjoyed the trail walks and spending time near the waterfront areas with a few lovely waterfalls along the way.
Beautiful, quiet, and full of color. The views stretch for miles with the Pine Creek River flowing through the bottom of the gorge. In fall, the entire valley turns red, orange, and gold — it looks like a giant painting.
I mean seriously who doesn't love the Pennsylvania Grand canyon? There are so many trails and so many amazing vistas, I've been going here for years and still find new stuff every time I visit.
I'm not sure I would drive 3.5 hours to get here again, anytime soon, but it was worth the trip to see. And would be pretty amazing to plan a weekend or something in the area. Great staff at the park, not a lot of people, but the main two trails are rather short.
Trail conditions & character
“This was a beautiful canyon, absolutely amazing view, I didn't walk the trails because we went on a really cold day but it was well worth the drive there.”
“Has visitor center, restroom facilities and everything is well marked, maintained and documented.”
“Also nice bonus: there are a few EV chargers in the parking area, which makes it convenient if you’re driving electric.”
“It’s a peaceful and scenic place, perfect for hiking, photography, or just relaxing in nature.”
“*Wheelchair, accessible, seating, restrooms, entrance, and parking.”
Plan your run at PA Grand Canyon
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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 — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitepacanyon.com
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