un jour / 43 miles / une heure 26 minutes
Travel through a wild and undeveloped portion of the Monongahela National Forest. Hardwood forests cover rolling, mountainous terrain capped by dark spruce at high elevations. Traverse a narrow and steep-walled valley with views of clear mountain streams. Sights include Cranberry Glades Botanical Area, Summit Lake, and Falls of Hills Creek.
Jour 1
9:00 - 0 miles / 0 - 9:00
This community is the gateway to the Monogahela Forest and the only community on the byway.
9:00 - 6.2 miles / 12 minutes - 9:12
Fishing is a popular activity at this beautiful mountain lake, and a nearby campground makes a stay on the lake a pleasant experience-- especially for anglers.
10:12 - 10.8 miles / 21 minutes - 10:33
Falls of Hills Creek Scenic Area
This scenic area is a window into the area's natural phenomena culminating in a splendid view of the Falls of Hills Creek. Hills Creek flows through the gorge to create waterfalls that glimmer in the sunlight. The three waterfalls at the Falls of Hills Creek cascade over rock layers of sandstone and shale.A three-quarter mile trail provides access to the falls, and travels through ground carpeted with wildflowers.
10:53 - 4.7 miles / 9 minutes - 11:03
Cranberry Mountain Nature Center
In addition to offering information about the national forest and other nearby attractions, the visitor center houses an exhibit hall and audio visual programs. These provide a better understanding of forest ecosystems and local history. Special programs and guided tours are available upon request.
11:48 - 0.4 miles / - 11:49
Cranberry Glades Botanical Area
Bogs are acidic wetlands typically found in Canada and the northern United States. The ground in a bog is spongy and provides a habitat for many unique plant and animal species. To protect this fragile area, a half-mile long barrier-free boardwalk has been constructed for visitor use. Guided tours are conducted at 2 pm on Saturday and Sunday throughout the summer months or can be specially arranged by contacting the Cranberry Mountain Nature Center.
12:49 - 21.1 miles / 42 minutes - 13:31