Description
Come along with us as we explore a short section of the 327-mile Mid State Trail, walk through the 250-foot-long Poe Mountain Tunnel, and explore the world-famous trout waters of Penn’s Creek. Originally part of the Lewisburg and Tyrone Railroad, the Paddy Mountain Tunnel was in service from around 1880 to 1970 and is now used for outdoor recreation. Co-led by a DCNR Environmental Education Specialist, on our hike we’ll cross Penn’s Creek on a footbridge, go through the tunnel, and enjoy the wide, flat, even terrain on the other side. Along the way, we’ll learn human use history of the area while observing birds, plants, trees, and other species that live along this section of Penn’s Creek.
Download the mapped route here: Poe Paddy
Parking Details
Parking Information: There are no paved roads that lead to this park. GPS coordinates for Poe Paddy State Park are Lat. 40.83379 Long. -77.41760. Upon entering Poe Paddy, continue on Tunnel Spur Road until reaching Railroad Tunnel Parking lot, near Penns Creek Path and the Mid State Trail.
Hike Details
Difficulty: easy
Hike Distance (miles): 1.5 miles
Elevation: 200 feet
How to Prepare for Your Outing
Required Items:
- Sturdy, closed‑toe shoes for all outings
- A filled water bottle (at least 32 oz per adult)
- Please note: Most sites do not have water‑filling stations, so bring all the water you’ll need.
Recommended Items:
- Sun protection: sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, and lightweight long sleeves
- Insect protection: insect repellent, long sleeves, and/or long pants
Reschedule Policy
Because of the frequency and nature of our wellness sessions, adventure hikes, and guided outings, we are unable to reschedule these events. For special-topic programs, we will make every effort to reschedule when possible. If a special-topic event is postponed, participants will be notified with updated details as soon as they are available.
All programs are held rain or shine. In the event of a cancellation for severe weather, registrants will be contacted by email and/or phone, and it will be announced on our website, Facebook, and Instagram.
