Named "One of America's Top Ten Scenic Drives" by National Geographic Magazine. Route 6 Corridor - 400 miles winding through Northern Pennsylvania through some of the nation's most beautiful natural areas and fascinating small towns.At the intersection with the Quehanna Highway, 10 miles south of Sinnemahoning, turn right for a gorgeous 13-mile drive through the Quehanna Wild Area to Medix Run on Route 555. Wykoff Run Road to Quehanna Highway - From the village of Sinnemahoning, drive south on Wykoff Run Road and enjoy a spectacular stream valley.Spectacular views at Dennison Run Overlook, about 10 miles south of Renovo, and at Burns Run Overlook, about 15 miles south of Renovo. Route 144 - Through the most remote part of Sproul State Forest, an Audubon-designated Important Bird Area.Bucktail Highway, Route 120 - 75 miles from Emporium to Lock Haven winding through a magnificent river valley.Route 555 - Travels through the heart of the elk range from Weedville to Driftwood along the scenic Bennett Branch of Sinnemahoning Creek, passing through small towns like Caledonia, Medix Run, Benezette and Dents Run.From the east, at Exit 147 via Route 144. Access from the west via Route 153 at Exit 111. Proposed Elk Scenic Corridor - Connects "Elk Country" to Interstate 80 and is the best southern access to the recommended viewing sites. Location: Along the Quehanna Highway, about 9.5 miles southeast of its intersection with Route 555 at Medix Run. Beaver Run Dam - Shallow water impoundment with a field where elk often graze, also offers alternative wildlife viewing during the day for waterfowl, wading birds, deer and songbirds. Location: Trailhead and day-use parking for equestrians along East Hicks Run Road about 3.75 miles from the intersection with Route 555, 12 miles east of Benezette. Thunder Mountain Equestrian Trail - 26-mile loop provides the chance to see elk in remote habitat, with connector loops for shorter and varied rides. A September view of Table Falls, flowing high and clear on Paige Run. Table Falls is located in the Elk County portion of the Quehanna Wild Area, a 48,186 acre expanse of wilderness that encompasses parts of 3 counties. Location: Parking only along Dents Run Road, about 2 miles north of the intersection with Route 555, 10 miles east of Benezette. Inside Decker’s Chapel, the smallest church in Pennsylvania.
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