Spectacle Gap

Total Miles
4.4

Elevation

672.25 ft

Duration

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Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Trail Overview

The Spectacle Gap Trail is an out-and-back trail at Tuscarora State Forest in Pennsylvania. This road makes for a scenic drive up the mountain. Campsite 009, formerly known as Shade Mountain Fire Tower, can be reserved with a permit. There's minimal service at the Tuscarora State Forest, so be sure to download offline maps.

Photos of Spectacle Gap

Spectacle Gap
Spectacle Gap

Difficulty

Spectacle Gap is a well maintained gravel road.

History

The Shade Mountain Fire Tower was constructed in 1935 and torn down in the 2010's.

Technical Rating

1

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