Black Cherry Trail
This is a hardened walking path that surrounds the impounded lake at Twin Lakes Recreation Area.
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Specific Trail Information
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General Information
When you visit, please remember
- Nonmotorized use only.
- No pack or saddle animals.
- No bicycles.
- You can dispersed camp along the trail.
Address: 131 Smokey Lane Marienville, PA 16239
Phone: 814-927-6628
Hours: Tuesday to Saturday: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm (Closed on federal holidays)
Office Email: sm.fs.anf@usda.gov
Getting There
Directions
From Kane
- Travel south on SR 321 for 6 miles
- Turn right (West) on T361 and follow for 0.2 miles
- Turn right onto Dahoga Rd (use caution as road is narrow)
- Proceed north 2.5 miles to Twin Lakes Rd FR 191
- Continue north 2.0 miles to Twin Lakes Campground entrance
Additional Information
Operated By
USDA Forest Service
Nearby Recreation Sites
Recreation Opportunities
Fishing - Lake & Pond Info
The Twin Lakes Recreation Area campground has an accessible fishing pier.
For native trout fishing, try the Twin Lakes Trail that begins at the Black Cherry National Recreation Interpretive Trail and extends 15 miles westward or the Mill Creek Trail, which traverses 5.6 miles through gently rolling terrain; it can be accessed via the Twin Lakes Trail.
Please note that portions of the Mill Creek Trail are no longer maintained. Mill Creek Trail also connects to the Brush Hollow system and is listed on the Brush Hollow map and brochure.
For information on fishing regulations and season visit the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission website.
Picnicking - Groups Info
There is a large grassy area to set-up games and short trail around lake.
Picnicking - Single Info
There is a large grassy area to set-up games and short trail around lake.
Swimming Info
The swimming area features a hiking trail, playground and accessible swimming beach. The beach has buoys to create a 100' x 60' swimming area with a sand beach.