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Ricketts Glen State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 5,876 Google reviews · Running trail in Benton, Pennsylvania · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Ricketts Glen 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.
A 13,050-acre park known for 20+ waterfalls, including Ganoga Falls, plus hiking, fishing & camping.
What runners say about Ricketts Glen State Park
“The trails are well maintained, the waterfalls are gorgeous, and the rocks are slippery.”
“The views are just gorgeous especially when the water is flowing good after a little rain.”
“What I loved most was how the park stays peaceful even when there are plenty of visitors.”
Ricketts Glen is absolutely beautiful! The trails around some of the falls can be a bit challenging, especially in the rain or just from the mist off the falls. We've done both the big loop - parking at Lake Rose, heading across highland and then down the falls trail to where the water meets and then up again -…
This place is a true gem. My visit there was incredibly refreshing like a tester for my tired mind and body. The serenity of the forest, the sound of cascading waterfalls, and the cool temperatures given by the shade of the woods (a much needed relief from the summer heat!
Never have I experience an amazing hike with so many waterfalls in one big hike. Talk about the level power it requires to handle this hike but the views, water, the amazing greenery mixed in. Even the drive getting there is worth it. But i recommend this is a summer to enjoy with friends & family.
🎶oh Lord, my God when I in awesome wonder, consider all the world's thy hand has made....then sings my soul my Saviour God to thee how great thou art!! 🎶 beautiful place to go hiking, surrounded by nature and natural beauty!
Trail conditions & character
“The serenity of the forest, the sound of cascading waterfalls, and the cool temperatures given by the shade of the woods (a much needed relief from the summer heat!”
“Do yourself a favor and study the parking lots before you opt to do the 7 mile loop.”
“Do yourself a favor and study the parking lots before you opt to do the 7 mile loop.”
“What I loved most was how the park stays peaceful even when there are plenty of visitors.”
“Talk about the level power it requires to handle this hike but the views, water, the amazing greenery mixed in.”
Plan your run at Ricketts Glen State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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 — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitedcnr.pa.gov
- Phone(570) 477-5675
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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