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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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