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Allegheny National Forest
Length: 6.4 miles
This 10.5 kilometer (6.4 mile) trail utilizes old railroad grades,
roads and existing trails to form several loops for your skiing pleasure.
Of significance is the old growth forest of hemlock, beech and white pine
in the Hearts Content National Scenic Area - enjoy the solitude and
grandeur of these ancient trees.
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This trail is for hiking, skiing and mountain biking.
Motorized vehicles, ATVs and snowmobiles, are not allowed on any of
the trails. Forest trails
policy prohibits the use of a saddle, pack or draft animals on hiking or
cross county ski trails. If
you are hunting in the area, please make sure you are outside the
campground boundary. All dogs
must be on leashes when using the trail.
The Hearts Content Loop offers a scenic tour through the grandiose old
stands of beech, hemlock and white pine. Toms' Run Loop offers a gradual
rise in elevation as it climbs the plateau along Tom's Run. At the
headwaters of Tom's Run, the trail crosses the plateau and joins with the
Ironwood Loop. This loop offers another opportunity for beginning skiers
to experience the Hearts Content Cross-Country Ski Area, park at Dunham
Siding on the Hearts Content Road instead of parking at Hearts Content
Recreation Area. The Ironwood Loop receives less use than the other two
trails and for that reason offers a little more solitude.
Directions:
The trailhead parking lot is located at the picnic area of the Hearts
Content Recreation Area 15 miles southwest of Warren, PA. To reach Hearts
Content Recreation Area, take the Warren to Tidioute road from Warren or
Tidioute to the junction of the Hearts Content Road. Follow this road four
miles to the Hearts Content Recreation Area. From Sheffield, take the
Austin Hill (Bull Hill) Road to the Hearts Content Road. Total distance is
approximately 15 miles.
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