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 The
Loyalhanna Nature Trail is one mile in length, covering approximately
18-acres of flood plain between the Loyalhanna Creek and Mill Creek.
As you walk, you will encounter many species of plants and animals, as
well as different ecological and geological phenomena. This section of
the Loyalhanna Creek that the trail follows has been designated as a
delayed harvest trout fishing area and is well stocked by the PA Fish
& Boat Commission.
 The history
of the trail is very unique. The first major structure encountered on
the trail is the historic Swinging Bridge. This footbridge has allowed
inhabitants to cross the Loyalhanna safely since the early 1920s. The
Ligonier Valley Railroad also passed through this area from December
1877 through August 1952. Recent improvements to the trail include the
addition of picnic tables and benches, a storage shed, the creation of
a new trailhead kiosk map, and the publication of an educational
brochure available for public use.
The
Loyalhanna Nature Trail has been made possible through cooperative
agreements with: Ligonier Borough, Ligonier Township, Ligonier Valley
Bicentennial Committee, Western PA Conservancy, and the LWA, who
maintains the trail.
The nature trail is open year-round, from dawn until dusk, and is
located along Route 30 East across from the Ligonier Giant Eagle.
Visitors are welcome to walk, run, bike, hike, or ski. Motorized
vehicles are prohibited.
Loyalhanna Creek Trail Project - Hiking/Biking from Latrobe to
New Alexandria
 Plans are
moving forward on the Loyalhanna Creek Hiking/Biking Trail Project
that will connect Latrobe to New Alexandria. Landscape and
community planning firm, Pashek Associates of Pittsburgh, PA, have
been selected to conduct the feasibility study on the proposed trail along with Mackin
Engineering Company. The study
will examine the preliminary trail design, construction costs, and
community benefits.
Revised Laurel Highlands Trail System (PW &
S) Trail Guide Now Available! Download
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