Trough Creek Balanced Rock Trail

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Pennsylvania · huntingdon County

Trough Creek Balanced Rock Trail

Short trail to geologic features including Balanced Rock.

Rating

Length

1.3 mi

Difficulty

5

County

huntingdon

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About This Trail

Short trail to geologic features including Balanced Rock. This trail is part of the SecretFalls Pennsylvania launch set across waterfalls, ridges, and gorge systems.

Location

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Coordinates: 40.3223214, -78.12651040000002

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Getting There

Start from the primary trailhead for Trough Creek Balanced Rock Trail in HUNTINGDON County, Pennsylvania. Confirm parking, closures, and trail conditions before hiking.

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Old-growth hemlock loop with stream-side footing and lush canopy.

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