Cheryl's Trail

Cheryl's Trail is located within Rider Park in the Loyalsock State Forest. Parking is available at the Rider Park trailhead. Specific details about parking availability or capacity are not provided, but it's generally accessible.

Yes, the trail is generally considered dog-friendly. However, it's always recommended to keep dogs on a leash and practice Leave No Trace principles, especially within Rider Park and the Loyalsock State Forest.

The trail offers picturesque scenery year-round. Fall is particularly spectacular with vibrant red, orange, and yellow foliage. Spring and summer provide lush greenery, though some meadows can become overgrown. Be aware of potential high water at Wallis Run during wet seasons.

No, there are no specific permits or entrance fees required to hike Cheryl's Trail or to access Rider Park. It is part of the Loyalsock State Forest, which is generally open to the public without charge.

The terrain is diverse, starting with a gravel road that transitions into a dirt road or doubletrack. You'll encounter forested areas with pine, hemlock, and ironwood, as well as significant rock outcrops. There are also glens with small waterfalls, beaver ponds, and a creek crossing at Wallis Run where you should expect to get your feet wet.

A major highlight is Cheryl's Rocks, a collection of striking rock formations including overhangs, chasms, grottos, and caves. You'll also find glens with small waterfalls and cascades, serene pine and hemlock forests, and beaver ponds. Views from a pipeline swath are also available.

Yes, the route intersects with several other paths. While primarily following Cheryl's Trail, it also passes through sections of the Meadow Loop, Maintenance Trail, Francis X. Kennedy Trail, and Stagecoach Trail.

While rated as 'easy' overall by komoot, the trail is considered intermediate with a 'moderate overall physical rating' due to certain challenges. The unbridged crossing of Wallis Run can be difficult, especially during high water, and some sections have steep inclines or poorly marked blazes. It might be challenging for absolute beginners or very young children.

Yes, a notable feature is the crossing of Wallis Run, a sizeable creek. There is no bridge, so hikers should be prepared to get their feet wet. This crossing can be particularly challenging during periods of high water.

Yes, you can find the remains of an old 20th-century homestead, including crumbling foundations, scattered apple trees, and a few tombstones, adding a unique historical dimension. Wildlife such as deer and turkey are frequently observed in the area.

Yes, in addition to hiking, the trail is also popular for mountain biking and trail running, making it a multi-use path for various outdoor enthusiasts.