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Description: This 14 mile long trail (one-way) runs along the crest of Meadow Mountain following the Eastern Continental Divide in some areas. There are great views to both the east and west. Trail has multiple access points that allow shorter sections to be enjoyed. One of the best overlooks in the county is found at the southern terminus .75 miles south of Frank Brenneman Road trailhead.
Use: Mountain Biking, Hiking, Horseback Riding, far northern section allows OHV & snowmobiles (OHV Permit Required) Difficulty: Easy - Moderate Directions to Multiple Trailheads: 1) Northern Trailhead at East Shale Road. Take I68 exit for 219 N. Turn south (this is Chestnut Ridge Road); Take left between I68 ramp and gas station. Follow this for .8 miles. Last .2 miles 4WD recommended. (Google Map Directions) 2) West Shale Trailhead. Follow Chestnut Ridge Road outh for 2.5 miles ""T"" intersection. Turn left on New Germany. Go .5 miles and trailhead is directly across from West Shale Road. Parking area on left just past trailhead. (Google Map Directions) 3) Otto Lane Trailhead. Follow New Germany Road south approximately 1.5 miles past the entrance to New Germany State Park. Turn right on Otto Lane and travel to the top of the hill. Small gravel parking area is on left just past West Shale Road. (Google Map Directions) 4) Maynardier Ridge Road Trailhead. Easiest to access this trailhead from Rt. 495 at Bittinger. Turn opposite Bittinger Store on Brenneman Road. Bear left after 1/4 mile onto Maynardier Ridge Road. Follow road for approximately 2 miles to roadside parking on right. (Google Map Directions) 4) Frank Brenneman Road which runs between 495 and New Germany Road. Take New Germany Road South from I-68; turn right (west) on Frank Brenneman Road; go approximately 1 mile to top of hill and look for trail. Parking is limited. (Google Map Directions) |
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