Meeting Place: Rocky Ridge Trail Head on Frew Road
A state forest natural area is a protected area in a Pennsylvania state forest that is managed to preserve its natural state. These areas are set aside to protect unique plants, animals, scenic beauty, geological, and historic features. They provide places to observe distinctive plant and animal communities and showcase outstanding examples of the state’s forest communities. There are over 60 state forest natural areas in Pennsylvania!
The Rocky Ridge Natural Area is in Huntingdon County, south of Martin Gap. These 150 acres of rich, mixed oak woodland support numerous wildflowers among exposures of Oriskany sandstone.
On this 2-mile leisurely walk, participants can expect to observe spring wildflowers in bloom among large sandstone boulders. The trail winds around and through rocks of all sizes with a short but steep uphill at the beginning of the route and a gradual downhill at the end of the route. Come prepared with proper footwear, food, and water. Hiking poles are highly recommended.
Contact PA Master Naturalist, Kristin Joivell, at [email protected] or (814) 386-6267 with any questions.