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Allegheny National Forest
Length: 1.3 miles
The short loop is part of the Little Drummer Historical Pathway and leads
to Cole Run Pond and then returns to the parking lot. Plan an hour's walk.
Opportunities to view upland wildlife - deer, squirrel, grouse,
songbirds, and turkey, are plentiful on the pathway. Wildlife associated
with wetlands and riparian areas - such as turtles, frogs, snakes,
waterfowl, and beaver can be seen near Cole Run Pond.
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The trail is clearly marked with off-white diamond-shaped markers on
trees, or with decals on brown plastic posts. Walk-in camping is permitted
along the trail. Campfires are permitted as long as they are maintained in a
fire ring and are fully extinguished upon departing. Return the site to its
natural appearance.
Forest trails policy prohibits the use of saddle, pack, or draft animals
on hiking or cross-country ski trails.
Directions:
The trailhead parking lot is located 8.0 miles west of Ridgway on Laurel
Mill Road (Township Road T-307) in Elk County, Pennsylvania.
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