Red Waterfall loop from Whitsett

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United States

Pennsylvania

Fayette County

Red Waterfall loop from Whitsett

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Red Waterfall loop from Whitsett

03:24

54.1km

180m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 29, 2026

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6.71 km

Cedar Creek GAP Trekker Campground

Highlight • Rest Area

16.6 km

West Newton Visitor Center

Highlight • Rest Area

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16.8 km

Great Allegheny Passage (West Newton - Sutersville)

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The Great Allegheny Passage is a 150-miles-long multi-use trail in Pennsylvania that follows the route of former railroads. This section between West Newton and Sutersville leads along the Youghiogheny River.

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24.6 km

Red Waterfall

Highlight • Waterfall

This is a good place to take a break on a hot day, as the waterfall produces cold wind.
DO NOT DRINK this water, It is from an acid mine and the red-orange color comes from iron and rust.

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25.3 km

Great Allegheny Passage (Sutersville - Buena Vista)

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This section of the Great Allegheny Passage is also known as the Yough River Trail, that is named after the river that the trail follows. It leads from Sutersville to …

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27.3 km

Great Allegheny Passage (Sutersville - Buena Vista)

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This section of the Great Allegheny Passage is also known as the Yough River Trail, that is named after the river that the trail follows. It leads from Sutersville to …

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31.8 km

Great Allegheny Passage (West Newton - Sutersville)

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The Great Allegheny Passage is a 150 miles long multi-use trail in Pennsylvania that follows the route of former railroads. This section between West Newton and Sutersville leads along the Youghiogheny River.

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44.4 km

Cedar Creek Hiker-Biker Campground

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The Cedar Creek Hiker-Biker Campground is one of several campsites free to GAP users. At this one, there is a grassy area for tents, picnic areas, fire rings, and drinking water.

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