Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds

October 19, 2023

Class 1 e-bikes now allowed on Trails at Jakes Rocks

The US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service announced that District Ranger Rich Hatfield signed the decision notice for the Class 1 E-bikes Trails at Jakes Rocks Project, officially allowing these e-bikes onto the Trails at Jakes Rocks in the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds landscape of the PA Wilds.

October 10, 2023

Down Life’s Crazy Road: Kane-Warren fall foliage bicycle trip

This year John Pozza wanted to explore the towns of Kane and Warren in McKean and Warren counties, respectively, as part of an overnight fall foliage bicycle trip along the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds landscape of the PA Wilds. These two towns have undertaken significant redevelopment the past few years and are "must visit" locations.

September 28, 2023

Trail of the Year Celebration held at Mount Jewett to Kinzua Bridge trailhead

Out of the thousands of trails in Pennsylvania, a trail of less than 8 miles in northwestern PA was named the 2023 Trail of the Year! The Mount Jewett to Kinzua Bridge (MJ2KB) Trail is a 7.8-mile-long section of the larger Knox & Kane Rail Trail in McKean County. The former rail line now provides a level trail for walking, jogging, biking, and horseback riding. In winter months, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling are also popular.

September 18, 2023

Celebrate the Allegheny National Forest’s Centennial on September 24, see full schedule of events

The USDA (United State Department of Agriculture) Forest Service is inviting the public to participate in a day of celebration to commemorate one hundred years since the establishment of Allegheny National Forest. Part of the celebration on September 24, 2023, at Twin Lakes Recreation Center will include food trucks and vendors, ceremonial tree planting, ceremonial cake cutting, gathering items to place in a time capsule, guides hikes and history walks, live music, and remarks from officials.

September 12, 2023

Brewing in the PA Wilds: Logyard Brewing

Located along Scenic Route 6 in “The Star of the Forest” town of Kane in the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds landscape of the PA Wilds, Logyard Brewing creates hyper-local, innovative and tasty beers. Why is it named Logyard? You don’t need to look any further than the location itself: an old logyard.

August 9, 2023

Allegheny National Forest Centennial Celebration planned for September 24 at Twin Lakes

The USDA Forest Service is inviting the public to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Allegheny National Forest’s establishment on Sunday, September 24, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Twin Lakes Recreation Area in Wilcox, Elk County. Admission is free for this family-friendly event. Planned festivities include live music, guest speakers, kids' activities, commemorative giveaways, interpretive hikes, an expo of organizations, history displays, food trucks, and beverage vendors.

July 17, 2023

The Goat Fort: Indoor climbing adventures for all ages

Founded out of a passion for the art of climbing, The Goat Fort is an indoor rock climbing gym located in Warren that specializes in bouldering. Bouldering, a form of rock climbing that emphasizes movement and navigating routes, typically is completed by climbers without ropes. While traditional rock climbing often puts attention on height, bouldering instead focuses on the sequences of moves – called “problems” – by looking at how to navigate balance, technique, flexibility, and the ability to problem-solve.

June 27, 2023

Brewing in the PA Wilds: Bent Run Brewing

With a rotating schedule of unique specials and experimental beers, travelers and residents alike are bound to find something tasty to enhance their trip to the Allegheny National Forest and Surrounds landscape of the PA Wilds at Bent Run Brewing Company in Warren, PA. This small-batch craft brewery with local culinary delights is located alongside the beautiful Allegheny River, a perfect backdrop for a cold beer and a belly-filling meal after a paddling adventure on the river or hiking or biking journey on local trails.

April 24, 2023

The Hickory Creek Wilderness: Hike, fish, enjoy

In 1984, the United States Congress designated 8,663 acres in Warren County as the Hickory Creek Wilderness. For hikers, the Hickory Creek Trail, which runs through the wilderness, is a rolling, 12-mile loop of easy-to-moderate difficulty that can be completed in approximately five hours. In addition to hiking the area, writer Ralph Scherder shares his experiences of fishing in the streams of the Hickory Creek Wilderness.

April 13, 2023

Test out living in the PA Wilds this summer for free

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to live in the PA Wilds? Are you paying rent in a large city but you have a remote job and are thinking, “Why should I live here when I could do this job from anywhere?” If you live outside of the PA Wilds but want to “test drive” what it’s like to live there, you have the opportunity to apply for The Wilds Are Working: A Remote Lifestyle Experience. After a successful pilot program in 2022, remote workers have the chance to apply to test out living in two new communities for 2023. Those communities will be Emporium and Warren.