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Handlers Long Haul Trail

 3 votes
  1. Areas
  2. PA
  3. …Western PA
  4. Yellow Creek State Park
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Length

3.4 Miles 5.5 Kilometers


Singletrack

Elevation

219' 67 m

Ascent

-226' -69 m

Descent

2%

Avg Grade (1°)

12%

Max Grade (7°)

1,371' 418 m

High

1,295' 395 m

Low

Conditions

Unknown
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“This trail starts at Point T on the park map and continues to Point Y.”

— A.J. Kindya
GPX File — Driving Directions

Overview

The park is open to hunting, be respectful of other users. Riders will encounter hunting activities in the fall and also in spring turkey season. It is discouraged to ride during hunting seasons and wet periods. Laurel Run Trail and the eastern portion of Ridge Top Trail are closed to biking.
Features: eMTB allowed
Dogs: Leashed

Description

Located on the northeastern portion of the park/lake, this trail contains uphills/downhills and is technical on the most eastern portion. Views along the lake abound, so be sure to stop and enjoy it every once and a while.

Contacts

Local Club: LHORBA - Laurel Highlands On & Off Road Bicycling Association

Jun 16, 2016: Welcome

Land Manager: PA DCNR - Main Office

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  4.3 from 3 votes

#5

in Yellow Creek State Park

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#5

in Yellow Creek State Park

#148

in Pennsylvania

#4,864

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Yellow Creek - Handler's Long Haul Trail- The Rockness Monster Video
Yellow Creek - Handler's Long Haul Trail- The R…
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Yellow Creek - Riding in the fall on Handlers Long Haul Trail.
Yellow Creek - Riding in the fall on Handlers L…
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Yellow Creek - portion of Handler's Long Haul Trail (aka-Rockness Monster)
Yellow Creek - portion of Handler's Long Haul T…
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Yellow Creek - Handler's Long Haul Trail - The start of Rockness Monster
Yellow Creek - Handler's Long Haul Trail - The…
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Yellow Creek - End of summer on Handler's Long Haul Trail.
Yellow Creek - End of summer on Handler's Long…
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