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Salt Springs State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,026 Google reviews · Running trail in Montrose, Pennsylvania · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- 15 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Salt Springs 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.
Expansive public space with over 400 acres of trees & a rocky gorge with waterfalls & hiking trails.
What runners say about Salt Springs State Park
“Nicely maintained little gem of a park with a beautiful setting.”
“Beautiful falls, multiple trails, and nature as far as you can see , and the sounds of nature.”
“Trails are very well marked and there’s a sign letting you know how to understand the trail markings (when they merge, transition, turn, etc.”
“Kid friendly, dog friendly, and your family will love it.”
A gorgeous park with lots of hiking trail options! There are some very cool large boulders a bit off the path, up a steep hill. If you are up for the challenge, it's worth climbing up and exploring them. There is a gorgeous view at the top.
Great hiking spot tucked away in the woods, could double as a fun picnic spot for the family as they have tables near the parking area. I was there for hiking this time and let me tell you an absolute delight of a trail, lots of different levels from beginner to advanced options with signs posted for easier access to…
Absolutely beautiful park to spend the day at. Gorgeous waterfalls basically at the entrance of the park. Trails that dip and weave into the forest on clearly marked paths. Lots to see and plenty of photo opportunities. Plenty of parking and restrooms on site. Meticulously maintained.
Beautiful falls, multiple trails, and nature as far as you can see , and the sounds of nature. They have camp sites, grills and picnic tables, even a pavilion with multiple tables for parties. I photographed a wedding here in afternoon last year which was gorgeous, many locals gave HS servos portraits done here.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful falls, multiple trails, and nature as far as you can see , and the sounds of nature.”
“Great hiking spot tucked away in the woods, could double as a fun picnic spot for the family as they have tables near the parking area.”
“They do have Wi-Fi, just you need to be near the bathrooms to use it.”
“There are some very cool large boulders a bit off the path, up a steep hill.”
“Kid friendly, dog friendly, and your family will love it.”
“Or you could do what we did and make a loop—coming back down the trail on the opposite site of the gorge.”
“Trails are very well marked and there’s a sign letting you know how to understand the trail markings (when they merge, transition, turn, etc.”
Plan your run at Salt Springs State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Loop distance15 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitefriendsofsaltspringspark.org
- Phone(570) 967-7275
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
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