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Summary: The steady climb that began Nort at Imperial peaks near Champion where the Montour Trail passes beneath Route 22. This section of the trail is very open as it passes through reclaimed and inactive strip mines. With a clear view of the sky, the trail along this section can get quite hot. There is a second significant hill that peaks at Quicksilver but since the trail has returned to a more tree-lined and shaded environment, it doesn't seem quite as difficult. Of course, with railroad grades, difficult is a relative term. Mine runoff can also make the trail rough or washed out in places. The trail maintainers don't let it get too bad, though. Trailhead: To park at Boggs (N40 26.087 W80 17.381), take US Route 22 west to Route 980 exit. Turn left (north) on Potato Garden Road. After about 0.5 miles, turn right onto Boggs Road. Trailhead and parking are 100 yards on the right. To access the trail at the McDonald Trestle (N40 21.893 W80 14.892) either take US Route 22 west to Route 980, then south 5 miles to McDonald, then turn right on Noblestown Road. Or take I-79 south to Noblestown Road in Carnegie, then 9 miles west through McDonald. There is also access here to the Panhandle Trail. (Lat:40.43473 Lon:-80.28959) Trail Guides for Montour Trail - Boggs to McDonald: Pennsylvanias Rail Trails (9th Edition) by Tom Sexton & Patricia Tomes (Rails To Trails Conservancy) Best Seasons: Year-Round User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Ranger Contact: Montour Trail Council 412-831-2030 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Kevin Geiselman, who has posted 95 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Pennsylvania Hiking, Pennsylvania Trails, Pennsylvania Hikes, Allegheny County Hiking, Allegheny County Trails, Allegheny County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
