Leonard Harrison State Park Reviews

We did both Leonard Harrison State Park and Colton Point State Park. Plus the Overlook Tower. Leonard Harrison has better views but I wouldn't miss Colton's views either.

They have a short movie about the park and wildlife. To get to views here everything is paved. Very short distances to walk. Large paved parking lot.

Our tour bus stopped at Leonard Harrison State Park to view Pine Creek Gorge (AKA: Pennsylvania Grand Canyon). The view was spectacular. There were paths running in both directions to give us nice photo opportunities. The state park had a small museum showing the history and the animals in the area.

There was a small truck that sold souvenirs (T-shirts, patches, magnets). There was also a food truck but we didn't get anything since the line was very long.

Came here after going into the PA Grand Canyon. Excellent view of Canyon! Has entryway to Turkey Path and another trail. Did not do them. Also, had concession trailer with pure maple syrup items! Also a small gift shop. Excellent photo spots!

Breath taking views. Walk, ride, bike, travel by car. Every turn is picturesque. Climb the 200 stairs to the top of the waterfall.

This place has it all! Amazing views and overlooks frequented by eagles and hawks. Challenging trails. Rest and camping areas, access to bike and horse trails. Dog friendly. I'll keep going back!

Beautiful views of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon! The park is very well maintained and clean with bathrooms. Great for hiking or visiting as a couple or with kids.

Nice park. Beautiful overlooks. The overlook area is well maintained. There is a turkey foot path that connects from the overlook area to the bike path.

It is absolutely beautiful here, well worth the visit. Can’t wait to go back in the fall to see the leaves change. There’s a nice trail that’s about 1-1.5 miles that takes you down Turkey Trail falls, that leads you to the bottom, which is a moderate hike.

This park is not on the way to anywhere, but if you have a chance to visit please do so. The overlook views are awesome! I wish we could have been there for fall foliage; it would be breathtaking.

Wanted to see the Pennsylvania Canyon and followed directions to Leonard Harrison State Park from our hotel in Wellsboro - very winding road but worth getting there. Very well maintained park and plenty of overlooks. Took the Turkey Path down, at some points the path is steep with no fencing around and narrow path. There were several times that you had to wait for others to pass but the trip down was worth it. The waterfalls along the way are very nice to see and the Pine Creek at the bottom are very peaceful. I never saw so many butterflies. After resting a while it was time to make the climb back up Make sure you pack plenty of water and wear good shoes, its amazing how many people I saw walking in flip flops. Nice that were benches along the way. Afterwards don't forget to take the shorted trail to see Otter View

Was hoping for more colors in the leaves but found out that due to some unnatural weather earlier this season, the leaves didn't do so well. Still beautiful none the less.

We absolutely love this area. We camp nearby and find lots of things to do in the area. If you love the Pa Wilds, you'll love the area

We stayed here for a few days on family vacation. Very nice campground and close to the gorge overlook and hiking path. Definitely recommend the hike on Turkey Path! Short distance to the town of Wellsboro which has a nice variety of little shops and restaurants. Only issue we had was trying to find good firewood that wasn't "green".

This is a beautiful area. Very quiet except for the wildlife.
The birds and other critters are the only noises you hear up here. It is a great place to take a weekend trip and relax.

To the PA county with least, extremely low COVID cases! The park overlooks the Pine Creek Gorge (aka PA Grand Canyon), which was more expansive than I thought. It took 20,000 years for Mother Nature to carve it. The autumnal colors were vivid. The Overlook trail is less than a mile with good vistas along the way. Highly recommended!

My family and I enjoyed this state park. My 10 year old, 8 year old, & 5 year old all walked the Turjey trail to the bottom of the gorge. There were beautiful views the entire way. Each of my children enjoyed the time we spent there. We hiked over 4 miles completing the Turkey trail and overlook trail. Great family fun and experience. Check it out!

Very beautiful views of the PA Grand Canyon. The upper area has a very nice, large area to view. Was here in the fall also and it was spectacular!!

Amazing views of the PA Grand Canyon! Very clean facilities and plenty of parking. This is a "must see" if you are in the area!

This park was a nice day trip on a cool day. The views are amazing and the hike down to the valley was nice, too. The hike back up takes time, but there are benches to stop and take a rest. The campground seemed small and didn’t seem like much to look at

When our children were young we came here and the did the turkey path to the bottom of the canyon, we returned again, The views are breathtaking, the history is interesting, and nice trails to hike

Visited the park on a gorgeous day. It was quite busy but still worth the visit. Walked the turkey trail to the bottom of Canyon. Well maintained trail and easy to follow but was hoping for a rest room at the bottom. Short but informative video about the park and c c camps. Must see if you are in the area.

We enjoyed driving up to Leonard Harrison and taking pictures of the canyon from the overlook decks. A nice little state park.

Very nice park and many hiking trails for different skill levels of hiking capabilities. Trails at Leonard Harrison is Turkey Path Trail 2 mile round trip is difficult and Overlook Trail .6 miles more difficult trail. Trails at Colton Point is Rim Trail 1 mile is easiest hiking. Turkey Path is 3 miles round trip most difficult.

If you want to see beautiful views that go on for miles then visit Leonard Harrison State Park. Easy walk from the parking lot, and 41 steps to the lowest platform for viewing. There are hiking paths, some vendors, and lil gift shop and bathrooms available. Great place to visit. Would definitely recommend.

The views are truly breathtaking. We walked the turkey path and though it is difficult, it is worth it. The falls along the way and at the bottom are phenominal! We did have to take several breaks coming back up though...but would do it again!

This is such a beautiful state park. It is very clean and well maintained and has such gorgeous views of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. It was more spectacular than I could have imagined. I want to go back again but next time with my puppy, Gucci!

Visited on a long Memorial Day and was surprised we were able to park close to the entrance. There is a theater with history and a nice little gift shop. Clean bathrooms and refreshments also were a plus. Biggest thing is great views of the gorge, no more an 100 yards from the car. Would highly recommend this if you have limited time to see the gorge, super nice.

Views from Leonard Harrison lookouts are spectacular on a clear day no matter which season you visit. Gift shop could offer more and we missed the maple syrup stand. I guess they aren't out there on weekdays.

We hiked several trails -- went to the lookout and did the turkey trail down to the falls and overlook trails - saw tons of waterfalls. It was great!

Visit this state park in order to see a great view of the canyon. Parking is close to the lookout point so one does not need to walk far. It is free to enter and free to park.

do not miss this part of your trip. we road the rail trail, and after the ride we came to see the park or as it called, grand canyon of Pennsylvanian

There's a beautiful view from the overlook. There's a walkway with several steps. No charge here. A visitor center and gift shop is on site

Wonderful state park with amazing view of the PA Grand Canyon. Will definitely be back a little earlier in the season to catch peak fall colors but for early November we enjoyed it. Wonderful easy deck to safely walk and enjoy the views.

The overlook was a bit further off of route 6 than we expected. Just follow the signs and you will eventually get there. Large parking area, visitors shop and pavillion. Paved stone walkways to the rim to see the views. Many hiking trails from here. Worth the trip!

Even in the cold day the views were amazing!!! Park facilities were closed for the season, but it didn't matter. The drive to the park was beautiful! I wish I could've done some trails, but mother nature didn't cooperate. Next time!

On the rim of the gorge the Creek below seems pretty far. Once on the Turkey Path Trail you get down to Pine Creek really quickly. This speaks to the slope that is pretty steep going down. It's a nice trip down which necessitate a decent pair of sneaker or lightweight hiking boots. There are a few spots where care and attention are especially necessary. The path isn't very wide so on a busy day you will have to navigate a fair amount of travelers along the way. All in all you are at Pine Creek pretty quickly and the trip up is as expected... pretty steep. Anyone in modest condition though should be able to cover the roundtrip in about two hours. An enjoyable and fun hike for all family members (I'd say most 7-8 year olds and up could handle it physically).

This was our first time visiting this state park and we weren’t disappointed. The views from the top are spectacular and the viewing spots will surely get you an awe inspiring feeling. Will definitely be back for more sight seeing

We enjoyed the beautiful park. There is a nice scenic lookout area and hiking trail to the bottom of the canyon which was a mile each way. Highly recommend.

OK...not as big as the one way out west, but tons of waterfalls. It's only a mile down to the river from the top and it was a very scenic hike.

My boyfriend and I enjoyed our hike and the beautiful views. Nice parking area with bathrooms and visitors center. We plan on coming back in the future to hike more.

Be careful on turkey path easier to go down, much harder going back up. If you’re not in shape or a senior, don’t hike to bottom, because hiking back up will test you. I saw many exhausted people with a long way to go.

This park is very nice. It has paved walkways, and also has woodland trails. The views of the Grand Canyon are very beautiful. We hope to return to view the excellent fall foliage.

What a beautiful place to visit. The park and viewing area is well done and takes safety and comfort into consideration. Easy walk to the viewing area.

The Grand Canyon of PA is inspirational. Of course, it's a tough name to live up to so don't expect the grandeur of the other one. Having visited the North Rim in Arizona, I felt a similarity. However, here the trees are deciduous and I bet that the foliage is truly the best time. That being said, we spent 3 days going to all the vistas and each time was special.

Very rewarding experience - beautiful views from high above the PA Grand Canyon. A small museum (free) shows excellent films describing the origin, history, and folklore of the Canyon.

Beautiful views! We also hiked the Turkey Path trail while we were up here. The waterfalls were very pretty. It says it is the most difficult hike but I feel if you are in relatively good shape, it shouldn't be too difficult. Just a rugged trail as you get closer to the bottom of the canyon. The views at the overlook were awesome and amazing with the leaves changing on the trees. Very pretty area and worth checking out. In the morning, it had reminded me of the Smoky Mountains as it had that "smoky" appearance through the mountains. We loved it.

The several overlooks offer some of the best views of the gorge. The parking lot and overlooks are paved which was nice since it had rained the night before.

This was our first trip in Wellsboro, Pa. We stayed in Leonard Harrison State Park campground for one night. The bathrooms were very clean and the park rangers were very helpful. We wanted to stay another evening but the campground was already booked full.

Beautiful in the fall! A must see & do. Well paved roads. Plenty of lookout areas and rest stops. Easy to navigate.

We were a bit late in season at late October, but still some good color and clear views. Calling it a Grand Canyon is a big exaggeration but still a good view. We thought the explanation of the Depression era CCC making the parks was good. And most workers gained weight on the job sk ce they got fed!The statue of one of the workers matches Iron Mike in Devil's Den State park in Arkansas, so looks like there will be other copies to find too!

I have been to many places in this world, but never seen a place as spectacular as the Grand Canyon. The way the rocks were shape by time is gorgeous. A view that everyone should see before they die. I would love going back one day.

This park is great. The campground is clean and well maintained. You can walk to the PA Grand Canyon from the campground. We have stayed here 4 times and never had a bad experience.

Turkey Path is open - just hiked it on September 20th. Fun hike down to bottom. Going back up is not so bad if you’re in decent shape. Not so fun if you’re not.

The main attraction here is the Grand Canyon of Penn, which is most impressive. Free parking and a small visitor centre with a gift shop and video presentation on the history of the Park.

My husband and I spent the day at Leonard Harrison State Park. We enjoyed the views of the Pine Creek Gorge from the various overlooks along the paved trail. We also hiked the Overlook trail to Otter Point. At the time we visited the Turkeyfoot Trail was closed for refurbishment. Beverages, snacks and maple syrup were available for sale from vendors. There are clean restrooms and a gift shop at the visitor center. Picnic tables were available . During our visit people were respectful of social distance.

Beautiful views from the moment you walk into the park. Several trails that give more options to view the beauty. Went in the fall and it was spectacular

Right off the bat, this might be my favorite PA State Park camping experience. Phenomenal location for access to the Grand Canyon, Pine Creek, Wellsboro, and more.

Dates - Saturday, April 9 - Saturday, April 16.

We arrived Saturday April 9, 2022 around 6pm, minutes before the snow started to fall. With only 25 sites, 7 with electric, it is definitely a quaint campground that needs to be booked in advance if possible. We booked pretty early even though it was off season and went with site 23 as it seemed to be the electric site tucked back the most from the others.

The excellent -

Site 23 - Located just past the halfway point of the loop, this site is set on a small rise with very large unpaved pad at the top of the rise. If I thought ahead, the pup could have been placed with the door set towards the woods and we never would have even known we had neighbors.
There is plenty of space around the pad as well where we set up our screen tent and shade/wind tent. Even with the snow and rain during the week, the spot didn't get to muddy or torn up.
There are no neighboring sites behind or to the right (when facing the site) and the near neighbor to the left is a good distance away.

The staff - Huge shoutout to Ranger Smith who patrols both LHSP and Colton Point SP (on the west rim of the Canyon.) He gave a lot of great information on the Canyon and region in the 3 different times we talked to him, including once in Colton Point when we couldn't find a spot and happened to run into him. The other maintenance staff were excellent. I wish we got their names but the young lady and gentleman who were doing everything from chopping down dead trees, pulling out stumps, cleaning the restrooms, patching potholes, cleaning the sites that were water logged from the snow and rain went above and beyond in their duties.

The location - From site 23, it is only a .25 mile walk to the first overlook at the PA Grand Canyon. We would just walk up to the Canyon at various points of the day to enjoy the view.
Beyond that, the Overlook Trail and the Turkey Path Trail entrances are right there. The Turkey Path Trail is a great hike down with switchbacks and fantastic views during it's mile down. The mile up, woah... Be ready for it. The Overlook Trail to Otter View is about .5 miles and while listed as most difficult, really wasn't that bad.
You have to walk through the day visitor parking lot to get to the access points. Ranger Smith said they will be expanding the parking lot in the next few years to accommodate the peak leaf season traffic which could back up over a mile at times.

There are restrooms at the visitor center and also a gift shop featuring items from The PA Wilds Conservation Shops. This was only open 2 days while we were there since it was off season. The items they stock are reasonably priced and local when possible.
The park is an easy drive to Wellsboro and other points. To get to Colton Point SP is about 20 minutes. To get to Darling Run Access and the Pine Creek Rail Trail, it is less than 15.

-One note- The Turkey Path is closed (as of our trip) right before you reach the Pine Creek Rail Trail, so there is no access at this time. The staff is working on getting the path cleared as soon as possible. Darling Run Access is the closest point to access the Rail Trail.

Omi of the Canyon - While not in the park, Omi's is a little shop with homemade ice cream, hot dogs, gifts, and more. Great selection, wonderful owner, tasty ice cream, and more. The shop is right on the route into the park and can't be missed.

The good -
Firewood - There are plenty of places along the route to LHSP to get firewood. Most is reasonably priced and the wood we bought burned well.The other sites - There are some HUGE and LONG sites at this place, especially for the electric sites. There is no vegetation separating most of the electric sites, so you will see your neighbors. This area is also less tree covered and gets more direct sun than the non-electric sites. While 23 was pretty level, many of the other campers set up did have a number of chocks or jacks set for leveling. The campground does slant downhill from 23 to the entrance.

The restrooms - So yes, on 2 of the nights only one other site was taken... However, the rest of the time the restrooms were kept clean. There's a men's, ladies', and family set up. Each restroom has 1 shower which is accessible with a bench and hand held wand.

The meh -
The mud - The campground road and site pads are not paved; gravel for the site pads and a combo of gravel and dirt for the roads. Not the fault of the staff, but some of the tent/non-electric sites were closed because of rain and snow. They were totally mud and puddle covered during our stay. It didn't affect us, but should be noted.

The restrooms - While they get a good above, they also get a meh for their lights. Since LHSP is so remote, the sky can be brilliant at night. The restrooms though have giant windows near the roof so when the lights go on at night (on a motion sensor) they do add light pollution. Would be great if they could make the inside lights dimmer at night or even replace with red/green somehow. It's minor but very noticeable.

Overall LHSP gets 4.9 campfires out of 5 for me.

Vacationed in Mansfield/Wellsboro area recently and was a bit underwhelmed. Leonard Harrison State Park is beautiful. IF you plan to venture down Turkey Path to the bottom beware. The path is 1 mile in each direction and 1800 feet down. It is a steep descent, narrow at times and muddy in spots. The plus is several waterfalls nearer to the bottom. The big minus is, a 1 mile walk back up that steep grade. Just past the waterfalls is the end of Turkey Path and, you are now standing on the Pine Creek Rail Trail. Save this trip for the Fall. Trees that are green now will be multi colored come then. Take the ride to Letchworth State Park just over an hour North of here. You won’t be disappointed! If you have to choose, choose Letchworth hands down! Letchworths views include rock wall ledges that give more of a “Grand Canyon” appearance. The waterfall and train bridge above it at Letchworth are worth the ride alone. Bring your bathing suit. Letchworth has an Olympic sized pool which is free. There is a $10 admission to Letchworth so be mindful of that.

The outlook views are breathtaking, something for everyone. Sites, refreshments, gifts and a small museum.

This Park is right next to the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. In the fall the view is exceptional and if you're a hiker the Turkey Trot Trail down the canyon is a good hike.

In my opinion Leonard Harrison Park had the best views of the PA Grand Canyon. The Overlook trail is a relatively easy hike and the look out points are handicap accessible but also provide the telescopes for viewing. The Park itself is very well maintained and the grounds are beautiful. We visited the park later in the day in order to watch the sunset over the Gorge. The Fall colors were just about at their peak so the leave colors combined with sunset colors were just amazing.

Beautiful park and gorge....we did the Turkey Trail down to the bottom and survived....it’s quite steep and slippy in places, landed on my bum once, haha...you need to be reasonably fit to do it as the ascent will get your blood pumping but I’m nearly 50 and a bit tubby so you don’t need to be Bear Grylls or anything. Managed it in the stated 1.5 hours so I’m happy. Nice little info centre but some of the displays need updating and mending as the buttons on the interactive stuff are broken. The video was worth watching and interesting. Good restrooms and small gift shop, no cafe but there’s a vending machine, free parking and no entrance fee. Would be great for a full days visit.

Visited the State Park although some of the trails were closed, there were still some nice short hikes with amazing views. The visitor center was beautiful.

The view is amazing and if you have the time walk one of the many available pathways. Foggy morning are the best to see.

What can one say about scenic beauty? This park in the "Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania" is a lovely setting. I made the mistake of taking the hike along the main trail with family. There is a sign at the head of the trail warning of relevant hazards. However, the trail isn't an "extreme" one. I was wearing athletic shoes, rather than hiking boots. Near the bottom of the slope, it because very muddy and there were a number of spots where water was flowing across the path. I slipped on a wet rock. Fortunately, I was not hurt. My message is ONLY DO THIS TRIAL IF YOU ARE WEARING HIKING BOOTS.

Amazing views from two lookout areas. Going back to do the Turkey Trail that is 1.5 miles down to the bottom of the gorge. Cant wait to make the trip back to do that

We saw gorgeous views of PA Grand Canyon. We went in early morning and stayed for awhile to take it in. They had a nice Maple Stand that opens at 11am. Definitely worth going around that time. I am not sure what days or months they are open. My husband got the ice cream and I had hot cider both delicious. We bought maple syrup, candy and maple coated nuts.

We were disappointed with the amount of hiking trails for such a huge area. We camped two nights - one would have been enough.

Clouds lifted and rain stopped just in time for our visit. Viewing platform provides a wonderful view of the gorge. Hiking paths available for the more adventurous. Definitely should be on your bucket list if in the area

Wonderful view of the canyon. Beautiful drive. You can take the turkey path down to the bottom of the canyon but make sure you have good shoes on for that excursion. From what I understand 1/2 way down the turkey path there is a beautiful waterfall. I had sandles on that day so I did partake in the turkey path. We stopped at the gift shop and bought a few momentos of our trip to Wellsboro. This is a must see if in the area.

We came to the park on out second day, after seeing the canyon first from the Rail Trail. It was even more remarkable to see the views from the park. We had two 8 year old kids with us so we did some of the hiking (about an hour) but avoided the infamous Turkey Path - you can get a great view of it from the Rail Trail and do some of the ascent without the fear of the full descent when starting at the park. Was a great morning at the park.

Almost missed this park but it turns out that the most easily accessible and best views of the gorge are from here. Definitely a must stop.

Hoping to make a trip more often. Kids (6 & 4) are still a little too young to hike all the way down the canyon and back, so we hiked to the first waterfall and came back. My 6 year old might be fine to go down and back but my 4 year old was tired. They enjoyed it though and the path wasn't too bad overall.

The views are amazing during the otter
View trail-only a 1/4 mile there and then again back but it is very steep. If you do this make sure you have no health issues. Steep down and tough coming back up, but if you can do it it’s beautiful views at the overlook! Also the railing area has gorgeous views as well. Down the street on your way out is a lookout tower on your first right on your way out and it’s $3-swipe ur card and it lets you through one at a time - weird that no one is there but amazing panoramic views when you get to the top! I’m sure fall time would be mesmerizing.

The reason to come here are the views of the Grand Canyon! You can choose to do a moderate hike or simply walk to the observation decks. Either way, magnificent!

We had done a covered wagon tour of the bottom of the canyon on Saturday and on Sunday we went to Leonard Harrison State Park to get good views from the top of the canyon. The Park did not disappoint, as the views were phenomenal and the paths were fairly easy to negotiate.

This park is definitely worth visiting for its great views of the canyon alone. the audio/visual room enlightened us about the area & its history. You can take the Turkey Loop hike to get a feeling of what it's like to hike the area, without a total hiking commitment.

Just a beautiful view view of nature’s beauty! The history, the wildlife, hiking, biking and camping opportunities are endless!!! Great reminder of the CCC camps and crews and the work they did that we are still appreciating today! Easy parking, nice visitor area with gift shop and the viewing area is spectacular! Don’t forget to have your PA State Park passport stamped in the gift shop!!!

Beautiful park, fabulous autumn views from the overlooks, well maintained. Watched an employee struggle for 15 minutes to (sucessfully!) retrieve a cellphone that some klutz dropped from an overlook. Stopped a park employee and asked for some directions and got a friendly and detailed reply. Couldn't take the longer trails due to physical limitations but from what we saw they looked great. Highly recommended.

The campground was well maintained and spacious. We had electric and water close by. Bathrooms were very clean and there was a playground for children. We were able to walk to the park to view the canyon and take hikes. There was a food truck there along with a gift shop with local goods. Maple products were for sale. Although there was NO cell service, we were able to use Apple or Google pay. Flies and gnats were swarming all around for our two day visit. We had to wear netting over our faces while outside. Flies kept getting into our RV and we spent a lot of time swatting.

Disappointed to find only the big electronic sign heading into the park stated Park is closed 5/15 until 9/1 of this year. I'm sure it will be nice, just would have been nice to know.

I always enjoy visiting the canyon and have been there multiple times. I recently went with a friend who has never been there. It is peaceful and the views along the way down are great! I wish I had more time to spend here and take in all the views.

We spent 2 nights here in our RV. No Internet. Lots of grass and trees. Bathroom/Showers were nice and worked fine. Quiet at night ! 1/4 mile from Campground is Visitors Center and Viewpoints to look into (?) Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon. Having been many times to the Real Grand Canyon that’s stretching a lot...quite a lot to even use the term “Grand Canyon”. Pine Creek Gorge is a lot better suited name. For anyone interested in bicycling nearby is the 62 mile Pine Creek Rail Trail. Google for more information but it’s easy nearly flat riding without any vehicles

We love it here! I've come to this park 4 times so far in the past 6 years. It never stops being interesting to me. I can't wait to go again!

Gorgeous views, hiking trails, wildlife, and park information readily available. Outfitters nearby for water enthusiasts and cyclists. Bring sturdy hiking boots and insect repellent! One of PA’s must-see destinations. The city of Wellsboro is nearby and worth visiting. Friendly people, clean, historic, and well kept. Dark sky location is also very near, so if you’re into that, pack your scope!

One of two parks to visit to view the Pine Creek gorge, a beautiful sight, but hardly a Grand Canyon. Kudos to the marketing team behind this natural wonder, which is over the top. This is a great spot to stop along your journey across the state, bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the view. Then take a hike along two different trails. The waterfalls were at an all-time low level in August, so I recommend coming in the spring or fall. As far as a State park, everything you expect is here. Park rangers are delightful, so engage with them by asking questions. Great restroom facilities. Local maple syrup and locally-made souvenirs are available. Maximum time needed, 4-6 hours if hiking, relaxing, and bird-watching.

Outstanding views of the Pine Creek Gorge/Creek and the PA Grand Canyon. I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting to see the views. Pick a nice clear sunny day if possible. Plenty of room at the lookouts for everyone to see both up and down the river.

Myself, my husband and our friend visited Leonard Harrison State Park in June 2019 when the flowers were blooming, it was a beautiful sight to behold.
We unfortunately didn’t have time to hike the trails, but we enjoyed the breathtaking views of the canyon from the overlooks.
There is a nice visitor centre and gift shop. The restroom was clean.

Enjoyed riding through the park and stopping to see the views. We were in the area for a few days and this was one of the highlights of our trip.

Only stopped for a short time on way home from Watkins Glen, NY. Unfortunately, most of the leaves were already off the trees but it was a great view.

We stopped here on a weekend getaway with friends the park is beautiful free to get in several walking paths and look out points, this place we are told is also called the Grand Canyon of the East as the views are high and you can see for miles on a clear day.

We would love to be looking over the canyon in the fall when the entire canyon is colored red, orange and brown with the leaves turning colors, I'm sure it is beautiful.

We did see where the water river and water falls should be however it has been such a hot humid summer alot of it has dried up or evaporated, but still amazing views.

At the one lookout point they were also selling alot of different maple items, coffee, syrup, smoothies, desserts and they also had a small gift shop in a trailer......

We didn't stay long as we found it by mistake while driving to another destination but would love to come back and hike some of the trails on another day when that is our main destination. The valley right now in July is as green as the eye can see and amazing to know how beautfil untouched places still are that mother nature has not ruined with tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, fires etc BEAUTIFUL

This is the park you want to visit to view the canyon. Well laid out, lots of parking and all the conveniences. The day our MC group was there they had an ice cream truck (yum) and someone selling maple syrup (another yum). Beautiful views from multiple viewing points. Paths are good. Nice place to be.

Trails were closed for the year but didn’t stop us from enjoying the view of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. Beautiful!

This is a tale of 2 sites. On the one-hand you have direct access to the Grand Canyon of Pa., with it's nice views and good-to-great hiking. For those of you not familiar with this place, no - it doesn't compare visually to the 'real' one, but it's completely tree-covered and you have access to many trails (only 2 in the park, relatively hard, but many others of varying effort in the area).
Try the Turkey trail - it has a few nice waterfalls and if you look closely you can spot some yellow salamanders. I've lived in Memphis for half my life and miss the forest and mountains so this place was exhilarating. This is a good place to 'get away from it all'. You will have no cell service for a few miles around.
On the down side, the tent sites (at least ours) don't have electric or water, though the restrooms were very close and - shockingly - had hot water showers! Most distressing was that all but 2 (of abut 13) weren't level, so more care than normal needs to be taken regarding head placement and tent placement in case of rain.

The state park is on the east rim of the Gran Canyon of Pennsylvania. The observation area provides excellent views. A snack/gift shop is available.

The campground is small but provides electricity at some sites.

There are trails but we didn't attempt them due to extremely wet ground with a lot of mud.

Had some good views and liked better than Colton Point State Park.

Overlook Trail - steep but not too long, 1 viewpoint a tend
Turkey Trail - steep, around 2 miles, steps at bottom, you get a good work out doing this trail

This park is a part of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon - not THE Grand Canyon! If you go thinking otherwise you will be disappointed. It's a beautiful place, though. A large gorge, with creek running through it, plenty of trees and beautiful view from several of the outlooks along the rim. The nicest part? It's part of the Pennsylvania State Park system and.....it's free! Not like the parks here in NY or other states that rip you off to visit. Kudos to the state of Pennsylvania!

Great View of the Pine Creek Gorge often called the PA Grand Canyon. There are a lof of hiking trails for different vantage points and picnic areas

Biking on Pine Creek, watching Bald Eagles, hiking on Turkey Trail was a true delight. The views from The overlook are unparalleled. A true gem in the NE..not crowded all. Only had 5 hrs, but a definite "return visit" is in the cards. Park staff super friendly, informative, and most engaging.

My husband and I visited on a Saturday in October 2020 around 2:30pm. I was VERY busy. There was no parking along the main parking area at the visitors center. We were directed to secondary parking lot behind the park office. There were park staff there directing traffic. We walked up to the main viewing decks and it was packed there. We stayed for 2 hours and the crowds had thinned out by the time we left a 4:30pm. There was a Maple foods food truck there. My husband got a maple coffee that he said was really good and I got a cold apple cider. The line for the food truck was crazy busy. I think we stood in line for like 45 mins. The PA Grand Canyon itself was breathtaking. There was still a little bit of fall foliage left while we were there. I'm sure its spectacular at foliage peak. There are many trails; we didn't hike any of them. You can see so much of the canyon from the main viewing deck. We would definitely come back here for another visit.

We went to the State Park and was so happy to be able to take our dog with us. We hiked down to the bottom of the Park, which is quite a hike. The weather was perfect, the trail is narrow but comfortable to walk. Our dog loved it and everyone he met as much as we did. It is a must see, was on my bucket list, so glad we went.

Definitely a good place to view the PA Grand Canyon. Absolutely breathtaking. Visitors Center has restrooms. Very well planned viewing areas.

This whole area is a hidden gem off of I-80. The view point from this particular location captures the whole essence of this place. a dramatic gorge which can potentially delight in all weathers..

Note that signposting to this location is very poor and the Sat-nav can take you on some interesting backroads as ours did.

We visited on a rainy day so did not stay long but long enough.

Must see!! well maintained. Awesome views of the beautiful canyon. Great informational video and gift shop.

We visited this park to see the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. It did not disappoint. First, it is well run and the rangers were very helpful. I forgot my handicap parking pass back at home, 200 miles away and the ranger went out of his way to help me. Bathrooms are clean and readily available. They have plenty of benches to sit on and enjoy the view. There was Miller’s Maple food truck on the property which was very enjoyable.

They have a very small visitor center that I wish was bigger. They have an even smaller gift shop that I wish had more in it to buy. The park is beautiful. I have very limited mobility and couldn’t walk the trails, however that will be the first place I go after I get my hip fixed.

Beautiful state park. Has varied viewing areas - from wheel chair accessable to expert hiker. Nice, but small information center. Clean restrooms.

The park is hidden in a pristine area of woodlands and vistas, parts of Pennsylvania I have never seen. We wanted to see "Pennsylvania's Grand Canyon" and what a canyon it is! If you love the outdoors, God's creations and the peace/quiet this place is for YOU! If we go again, it will be in FALL when the leaves are at their best. Did I say "it's free"?? One of three state parks in the area that are open from dawn to dusk for FREE. Bring your hiking boots, bikes and family to the trails for a wonderful weekend of adventure.

The views are worth the drive. The visitor center has plenty of information about what took place here over the past century and a half. The view is amazing !

This park provided really nice overlooks to the Pine Creek Gorge also known as the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. There are a few trails and it is a nice spot to stretch your legs, take a walk and view the gorge.

We did the Overlook Trail which was fabulous. Great views all along the trail. Great investment has gone into this park to make it special.

Easy walking to see multiple great views from the top paved area.

Difficult walking to get down the Overlook Trail but worth the walk.

We also did the bottom of the Turkey Creek Trail up from the bike path. Very steep hike up steps but well worth it. Would be fun to do hike from top to bottom to Pine Creek and then back up.

The Pennsylvania Grand Canyon is home to Pine Creek Gorge. This place is just so beautiful and scenic. It is a must on anyone's list. At Leonard Harrison State Park, there is ample parking, a welcome entrance and large lookout area. Views from the rim are stunning. Trails run down to the river level as well. The area has accommodations as far as camping is concerned and nearby motels in Wellsboro. People are so friendly and a joy to meet. There is no admission charge. Also, the park office supplies you with handy information with leaflets to rely on.

My friend and I visited yesterday and were planning to do the Turkey Trail and Otter View if we had time since we were only visiting for a day trip. We arrived at 12pm and were able to do both. Turkey trail is a 1.3 trail which starts at an awesome lookout point and leads to the bottom of the canyon. It was a great hike;very accessible with many stairs and a clear path. It didn't take us long to navigate the switchbacks and view the waterfalls and eventually the river below. However, the hike back up is rough so come prepared with water! It was a nice hike for a couple hours and really gave us great views and pictures. We then sucked it up and did the little scenic path overlook to Otter View and once again was not disappointed, this trail is about .3 miles to Otter View and was a nice way to end the trip. We do not recommend doing the "Tower lookout" on the way into the canyon road because you drive up to this tower and there is a sketchy old camper where you can only pay with credit card $3 pp to climb this short tower overlook which we didn't do because it was very off putting.

The Grand Canyon of PA, East Rim, is best viewed from entrance thru this state park. The park has built a beautiful walkway with multiple view spots. The scenery is fantastic, & we visited in summer when everything was green green green. I imagine the colors of the leaves in Fall will be breathtaking, but an advantage in visiting in summer is that it was less crowded. This is a must see for Pennsylvanians & anyone else who loves scenic views & nature.

Beautiful and peaceful. This is the third time that we have come here, the last time we got snowed upon.

Stayed here 6/20 to 6/22/17, and enjoyed it. Small campground, but well maintained. Close to PA Grand Canyon, which was the main draw to camp here.

This campground has approximately 30 site - 1/2 with electricity. Modern bathhouse but only 1 shower on each side.
Easy walk to view the Grand Canyon of PA. Trailhead for Piney Creek Gorge rail trail close by but most likely you would want to drive to trailhead.
Be aware no cell service available in park.
Use the directions from park’s web page rather than using gps.

This park offers the best view of the Grand Canyon of PA from a series of overlooks. There are restrooms and picnic facilities. The park has loads of hiking trails. Don't miss the Turkey Path.

Beautiful views can't say much more about it. If you are in the area don't miss this park. Not much there except beautiful views.

Easy access to the overlooks, great views. Took the Overlook trail hike the day after a heavy rain. Some parts of the trail were washed out but very passable. It is somewhat steep at some points going down, but the return from Otter View winds back up at a less steep angle along a creek. Be sure to wear proper hiking shoes.
Also hiked about 3 miles on the Pine Creek trail, the part we were on was relatively flat. This trail is also shared with runners & bicycles.

Stunning views here of the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania, which exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend a visit here and a stay in the town of Wellsboro.

this view is so amazing. dress warm if here in winter.. Very wndy and cold, snowed every day we were here.

My wife and I stayed at the campground a few years ago and loved it. It is a small campground with most sites in the woods and a few in the sun. The showerhouse is clean and updated. The place is full of deer and other wildlife. A short walk takes you to a fabulous boardwalk along the Gorge of the East with incredible views. You can look across the gorge to see Leonard Harrisons sister park, Colton State Park. You can walk down to gorge and it is about a mile. I did not make this trip as I was slightly injured at the time and didn't have the right footwear. Bring good hiking shoes or boots for this walk. This area is surrounded by national and state forests and can provide some excellent kayaking as well. Nearby Wellsboro offers dining, shopping, bars and the Tioga County Visitors Bureau is there as well. We don't usually eat out when camping but we tried this old fashioned diner that is right in town and it is fantastic. Best steak sandwich I have ever had in my life and that is saying something! Anyways this park is great for everyone, young and old and is a can't go wrong choice. Enjoy your stay!

This was such a beautiful spot to take in the scenery. Parking was free and ample. There was a food truck there in case we needed to purchase food or drink.

Even though it was raining so beautiful to see don't miss out....I'll be back when its warmer and not so raining and snowing.

Pretty overviews. Did the Turkey Trail - you need hiking shoes and patience with yourself on the climb back up.

So the day we went was a rainy cloudy day. The clouds were resting on the tops of the mountains. It was beautiful. Nice informational movie being shown. Small gift shop. Will definitely go back...

We were there November 4 and there was still plenty of fall color, but the peak color was likely a week or two earlier. It was a bright sunny afternoon and parts of the mountains still looked ablaze with color where the sun hit. Stunning views! You don't need to hike down to experience the grandeur, but there are different trail options if you want some exercise. We took the Otter View loop trail, about a mile total, to a nice overlook and spotted an eight point buck on the way back to the parking lot. The loop isn't strenuous, but parts are a little steep and were slippery due to the wet fallen leaves. For older folks, or anyone with a balance problem, trekking poles would help on this short section. There are big clean bathrooms and picnic tables near the viewing area. Worth the trip to see this!

We drove up to Leonard Harrison in the evening, not knowing if we would have time to see very much. We followed the signs and went directly to the parking area near the scenic overlook. Wow! what a gorgeous area. The decking looks new, everything is clean and the view is beautiful. We were able to see Pine Creek and the rail trail far below. Tree were just beginning to change into their Autumn glory.

Nice little campground within walking distance to scenic view. Tenting on one side and campers on another. Only supplies electric but water hydrants strategically placed and within reach of our camper which required refill during a 5 night stay. Very spacious well maintained sites. Bath house is very clean, heated but only has one shower but we never had to wait. Would definitely recommend a stay

I will start by saying that we just did a daytrip but there is overnight camping spots available. It is not easy to find, gps and mapping apps are not always reliable and cell service is spotty at best. Gorgeous viewing areas (not all viewing areas are wheelchair accessible) Great trials from the viewing areas but trials are steep and long. Pine Creek trail will take you to the bottom of canyon. It is approximately 1 mile hike down and very steep.. wear good tread shoes, not flip flops. And remember the return hike is all steep uphill. The Otter Creek trial is a much easier trial but with that being said, it is 1/2 mile hike. I recommend going to right fork at furnace to have an easier return. The right fork is steep and rock steps are a high step. Little children will need a lending hand but this will be better going done than up. I saw families with all terrain strollers having alot of difficulty.The views from the Otter outlook are fantastic and worth the trip. There is small gift shop with some cute shirts for the kids at reasonable prices. There is a concession stand that sells everything maple related from ice cream to funnel cakes.

Pictures do not explain the majestic feeling of viewing the PA Grand Canyon. The changing colors of the leaves were spectacular. Some of the trees were bare due to rain the previous week, but well worth the trip. The meandering river was beautiful.

I prefer Leonard Harrison SP to Colton Point SP due to Leonard Harrison has more vistas and user friendly with walkways, flush toilets, gift shop and food truck(try the Maple Cotton Candy). With that said, please do still visit Colton Point, as you do, obviously, have a different scenic view that can't be missed. One of the must see Pennsylvanian State Parks!

At the end of the road you can look down into the valley for a great view. The real test here is to take the Turkey trail down the side of the valley to the river and the old rail bed where there is a great walking trail. The Turkey portion is about a mile and passes some smaller waterfalls and is wet in some places. They sign it with dangerous and narrow but this is overstated. Give yourself about 2 hours for everything and you should be safe.

The sights we fantastic. We could spend the entire day there short of fantastic. We went to both east and west rims. And cannot say anything but great things about this place

The park affords large stone overlooks where many people can view the breathtaking Pine Creek Gorge.

Beautiful lookout. Bird gliding over top of trees. Wild flowers so pretty. If you are in the area stop and enjoy!

My husband and I don’t live that far away from this park and yet we had never been there so we decided to take a day trip and visit. We are senior citizens and were prepared to hike and decided to take the Turkey Path down through the woods. Since we knew going back up would be the difficult aspect, we only went to the top of the first waterfall, then headed back up . It was definitely a strenuous and tiring hike to reach our starting point and it took me a little while to sit down and catch my breath. The scenery at the top vista is great but not near as good as the vistas at Colton Point State Park down the road. We will return in the fall to that park for the foliage display.

You have to intentionally go here, it's not on the way to another attraction or anything else...this is the attraction. It's free to enter and enjoy. Walk down the steps and enjoy the view -- it changes frequently! When we arrived it was bright and sunny, within a few minutes some clouds rolled in, then a few minutes later it was bright and sunny. We did not get to hike any of the trails, but they seemed to be very well maintained. Restrooms are available as are water fountains.

Well managed park with hiking trails, overlook with binoculars, limited food available, gift shop, picnic area, and information center.

Our first visit to PA and even though it rained the entire time once you see places like this it doesn't matter how wet you get.
This was the first stop of a 225 mile trek, down, over and back up to Warren.
This is a must even if you're only kinda close by.

Visited here once in the evening and then the following moring. Picture taking is better at Leonard Harrison in the morning and at Colton Point in the afternoon. Would be a wonderful fall destination.

This was a wonderful place to see the PA Grand Canyon. We all enjoyed hiking the overlook trail to the otter view.

Sorry for the delay in posting this review. A crashed hard drive, misplaced travel notes and life got in the way. We hiked here on August 31,2020. We hiked the overlook trail. The trail was well marked and it was easy to follow. It had various spots with great views of the Pine Creek Gorge. This trail is not too difficult if you are in decent shape. We highly recommend this park.

Easy access for anyone of any age. We hiked down the Turkey Trail. It's definitely a challenge because much of the trail is damp, so be sure to wear good shoes and be physically able.

We took a trip to the PA Grand Canyon to view the fall foliage. Unfortunately, because of all of the rain in 2017 many of the trees formed a fungus and in the fall the leaves turned brown immediately. Therefore, the colors were not vibrant. This park however offers spectacular views of the PA Grand Canyon (Pine Creek Gorge). The park also offers some great hiking. We took the Turkey Path which descends from the Rim all of the way to the bottom of the Gorge. I recommend a visit if you are in the Wellsboro area.

Leonard Harrison is on the east side of what is known as the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. This park has wonderful overlooks into the valley formed by Pine Creek way below. Trails and lookout points are well maintained. Facilities are excellent and clean. As you approach the park there are a few touristy come-ons but once you are through the gates the atmosphere is more natural with just a small refreshment stand on the premises. There is no fee for admission to the park to take in the views and follow the trails. Harrison Park is somewhat easier to locate and access than its counter part across the valley - Colton Point - but did not seem overly crowded at all. Our visit was with adult and adolescent relatives. All seemed to enjoy the experience.

This is absolutely beautiful and I highly recommend to all nature lovers and outdoor adventurer. Next time we will go when fall is in full bloom

This is a great park, with a very nice Visitors Center/Gift shop. Behind that building is a huge viewing area where one can see the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. It is a beautiful view. There are a few trails that are easily found. My friend and I chose the OVERLOOK TRAIL which is not really a trail at all, but steps and boardwalk to a great viewing area. The gorge is beautiful. There were turkey vultures swooping gracefully in the air above us, this was a beautiful sight. I highly recommend this park if you want to see the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania.

Our trip to Pa Grand Canyon was really nice. It would be super just a little later in the year when the trees have turned color. We were just a little early. But the weather was great. This is easy access to view the canyon.

This park provided our first view of the PA Grand Canyon. The staff at the park were pleasant and most helpful. This is a good stop!

WOW - great views, easy walk down to the platforms from which you can see quite a distance up and down the east rim of the canyon. The environmental interpretive center at the Leonard Harrison main overlook is open during the summer season through the fall foliage season. Video and educational displays interpret the area and its wildlife. Visitor center, bathroom facilities, and vending machines are available. There was a small place offering limited food items and gift purchases that was down the trail. Well worth stopping in and seeing the view. Wish we had more time as would have been nice to walk down to the bottom of the canyon. Maybe next time!!

Bathrooms, benches, and elaborate walkway, steps & railing to aid in scenic viewing down into the valley.

I was a little disappointed in this which is why I only did 4 stars. The lookouts were nice but I think I was expecting a more WOW factor. Also there were tons of black flies which were annoying.

Nice overlook that’s accessible to all. The Turkey trail was challenging on the ascent for me but worth the effort in the end!

I traveled here with my fiancé for my birthday weekend gateways! The weather was beautiful and the fall foliage was nice as well. We loved the turkey trail but it wasn’t easy coming back up. Nice water falls, bike trails and so...I will def go back here.

This park is an easy way to see some stunning views of Pine Creek Gorge. Pictures don’t do it justice, it is a true canyon and well worth a visit. This park (unlike Colton Point on the other side of the canyon) has full facilities and a large secure viewing area that is fenced (essential if you have twitchy young children with you!) There are hiking paths but you do not need to use them to enjoy gazing out of the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania.

We were hoping to spend a few hours here hiking around and taking some of the great views all around. It is beautiful easy to find but the trails at the top are not marked well. There was supposed to be in Overlook Trail that was a loop, but we were never sure if we were on the right trail. We are reasonably experienced hikers know how to follow trail markers but it was never clear what path was leading in what direction.

This site clearly has a lot to offer not just in terms of the views but also the history of the CCC in building place. However, they need to invest a little bit more in marking in designing so that it is more accessible for visitors.

We had a great day here exploring and checking out the views. The views are as awesome as any pictures you have seen!
There’s concession stand available if you’re interested-did not buy anything so can’t review that.
Pet friendly as long as they’re leashed and well behaved.

We arrived late in the day and decided to take the Turkey Trail to the bottom of the gorge. The hike is well worth it for the scenery and the workout. bring water and a camera.

We were there on the coldest day of the season, so we only walked the .6 mile overlook trail. I want to come back on a better day

Beautful views, especially in autumn. Liked how well the Turkey Path was maintained. Plenty of benches and seats for resting along the path. Exhibitions and gift store were nice as well.

The hike to see the falls on Turkey Run was well worth the effort. This is not a little easy nature trail.

worth the visit nice hikes available for the family, winter will make it hard to hike. the view is worth the trip from Wellsboro.

An amazing place to visit. Great view from the top of the canyon. A lot of trails to walk, if you are a hiker.

Hiked the Turkey trail tons of stairs towards the bottom , nice views not being a frequent hiker wasn't a problem to handle the trail although it's marked steep and hazardous. The trail is not a loop so be prepared for the return uphill hike.

Going to this state park was the first experience of seeing the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. There is ample parking at the visitor center. The visitor center has a room with some information about the area and some exhibit displays. It’s free to go inside, and it’s free to go explore this state park. Most of the attraction is around the visitor center. In the visitors center campus area are various lookout points from the top of the gorge that you can view how beautiful the gorge is. There are cobblestones and a boardwalk area. Also depending on what day and time you’re going, they did set up for a trailer that had gift shop items inside. And they also had some tents with little food items, like maple syrup and some other snack items. For the main part though the visitor center is not staffed. There are restrooms in the visitor center. There are also various trails that start out from the visitor center and go through the woods so that you can see other vantage points. But if you just want something simple you can just talk around a little visitor center lookout points and take such beautiful photos of the area.

Went to the park to view the canyon. Ample parking and rest rooms there. Fall foliage in the latter stages but still very nice. Went through visitors center and gift shop which were both very nice. Spent about 4 hours here to see all views. There are trails to hike to the gorge if you are up to it. Signs encourage good hiking shoes or boots for this. Stayed over night in Wellsboro which is only 10 minutes from state park. Great town with lot's of hotels and resturaunts. Everything in Wellsboro is walkable from your hotel room which is nice. Great older town which is safe and quiet. Overall a nice area to visit. If going for fall foliage, they recommend the first two weeks in October for the best color.

Wonderful views of the grand canyon. Easy paved walking trails for older visitors or more challenging trails through the woods. We've done the difficult Turkey Path down to the stream and biking trail in the past. Good hiking boots are a must to attempt this trail, and always remember that you have to climb back up.

Leonard Harrison State Park
Pine Creek Gorge, Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon
Absolutely beautiful views of the gorge via the overlook. Pine Creek is a bit low on water today. Weather has been dry.
The welcome center is interesting. There is also a Pennsylvania Wilds gift shop.
We went on the "Overlook Trail." It's a circle trail about a mile in length. It's not an easy hike at all for these 66 year old legs. At the halfway point there is a pretty overlook. Then you head up a steep rocky pathway with tree roots crossing to make sure you're paying attention. There are 3 or 4 resting benches from the halfway point on. If you're a senior citizen, don't think this hike is a walk in the park. You will be challenged. But it is only just about a mile.

Beautiful scenery. We did the Turkish trail and it was an awesome hike. Very steep but the views were magnificent as were the creek.

We had to cancel a family cruise for my husband's 60th birthday due to COVID, so after much consideration, the 2 of us decided to head to the PA Grand Canyon to celebrate. Our first stop today was at Leonard Harrison State Park. We come from an area of PA where masks and social distancing are well practiced. Although there are many signs at this state park, I would guess only about 25% of people were wearing masks and social distancing was nonexistent. We waited a few minutes at each overlook to get a spot to see the views, but it soon became too close for comfort. The employees weren't even wearing masks
. We tried hiking a trail and there were too many people without masks. I could see if there was a way to walk past someone a few feet apart but this wasn't possible. We stayed about 30 min and left. Very disappointed with the lack of safety during this pandemic.

I was in eastern PA for a month for work and park was recommended to me by a few locals. The overlook was decent, but not as good in person as it was in the photos. Watching the hawks fly around the canyon was more mesmerizing than the view itself. The Turkey Trail was okay, nothing too memorable. View from the lookout tower wasn’t too spectacular either. I enjoyed the display at the visitor center with life-sized figurines of all the animals that inhabit the area. Not itching to go back.

Could see from top of Canyon and there are options for hiking. You can also view Canyon through pay binoculars.

Beautiful Leonard Harrison state park is very well managed with very accessible view of the Canyon - definitely worth the visit - we hiked the Turkey Path Trail down to the Pine Creek Trail and all the way back up. Trail is beautiful through the woods with waterfalls....switchbacks take you down 2100 ft to bottom of gorge. Hiking back up was a good workout! Will definitely visit again - got some PA maple syrup at top when we got back. Plenty of restrooms and concessions too.

The views of the “”Grand Canyon” in Pennsylvania are stunning. Make sure you visit both of the areas that offer lookout views, you won’t be disappointed.

There is construction going on for the visitor's center, however there is not one but two bathrooms currently open even though the visitor's center is closed. Great view from the balcony right there beyond the parking lot, If you want to get on trails you can do that. A great place to visit. Lots of parking. We drove around to one of the other trails for the canyon and it was amazing as well.

We heard about the breathtaking views from this park. We saw pictures and post cards and when we saw it in person, it was beyond my expectations! So beautiful! We only went to the overlook areas, and didn't walk the turkey trail down to the bottom, but maybe next time. The little gift shop was nice, and the bathrooms clean. Bring binoculars, but if you don't, they have those kind to use for a quarter. Bring Bug spray, too. It was fun to actually view the buzzards soaring BELOW us while they were still soaring well above the canyon below! Look for Eagles when you're there, too! The suggest hiking shoes if you are going to hike the trail down.

This was our first stop while visiting the area. Nice parking area. NIce little education room of the local wildlife. Nice walkway overlooking the canyon. There is a food truck selling ice cream, cold drinks and other a maple themed snacks. There was also a vendor selling t shirts and other souvenirs. Turkey path was a great hike down the canyon side, waterfall view. Part of the trail is currently closed towards the bottom but the trail does still let you get to the waterfalls.

Didn't have time to do a canoe trip or bike trip in the canyon, but Turkey Path down & then back up the side was very nice. The 1.2 mile trip back up was quite strenuous but very scenic.

Small visitor’s center with beautiful views of the PA Grand Canyon. Small independent store at the end of the road that has gifts, cold drinks and gives huge scoops of ice cream!

having been out West to the Grand Canyon I have a comparison, I have also seen many gorges around the country. With this said, the parks are very well maintained and we really enjoyed several visits here. The whole area is nice and the people pleasant .

The Leonhard Harrison State Park gives the visitor tremendous scenic views of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. There is a visitor Center and a nice gift shop located on the premises. A great place to spend some time in the outdoors.

Beautiful views of the canyon and plenty of parking. There are hikes to fit everyone's fitness level. Restrooms available. A peaceful stop in near Wellsboro.

There are some nice trails to hike from this point. There is also an overlook that has an amazing view. The two ladies in the gift shop were very friendly and very informative. We had some questions & they offered some suggestions that turned out to be fantastic. If you are in the area, you need to stop here if only to enjoy the view!

This a beautiful place to view the fall foliage. It was an overcast day but still really nice nice site to see. We viewed it from both sides of canyon. Had to be a little careful because of the wet leaves.

It is a lovely area to explore and the park has a number of overlook spots to get good views of the canyon as well as a number of trails that you can walk/hike.
The Turkey Path, while now stopping at the waterfalls, is what I would label as a demanding walk due to the hill it is on. Worth doing if you're up to it. Going down is easier than coming back up.

This is the best spot to view the PA Grand Canyon. It is beautiful and more than I expected. The Turkey Trail is a nice walk to the bottom of the gorge, but not an easy walk. The walk back up was difficult but doable if you have time and are physically able. I wore inexpensive Keen knock-offs and I was fine but you had to watch what you were doing. My 6 year old made it down and back but the walk up is challenging. We swam in the river below and that was glorious. I'll will definitely come back. Wellsboro is a perfect little town.

Well-appointed snd clean, a great place to stay to see the Grand Canyon of PA. Staff at the visitor center were helpful snd friendly.

We love this spot and it has a great view of the Canyon and you can take a walk down the turkey path to the bottom of the canyon. Be prepared though to wear hiking shoes as it is not a walk in the park as the saying goes if you walk down the path. Anyone can do it but you need good shoes.

Spectacular park. State highway ends at the park making it an easy drive from Wellsboro. The park is spotless and well kept. The view of the canyon is incredible. There is a nice trail (beware, it is a steep descent and ascent). The store was in the process of being completed and should open soon. Ranger was polite and helpful. Small playground for children. Spotless restrooms. Delightful hour or so.

Good infrastructure (toilets, parking, visitor center, some food & beverage), the vista is very accessible and stunning. But they are very few trails and they are very short.

We rode to the "Pennsylvania Grand Canyon" a group ride destination. WE found this to be a great and worthwhile place to visit. The views are fantastic and the roa.ds in the area where what motorcyclists dream of. If you go looking for great views of a narrow valley with a creek/river in the center you will not be disappointed. The amount of time you should schedule to visit will vary on if you want to hike or not but carve out an hour at least if not hiking

The Park provides exceptional views of the canyon with fairly easy walking paths from the visitor's parking lot / intimate visitor's center and gift shop to the well-maintained manmade lookout platforms. However, if you want to trek down the steep, windy, 1 1//2 mile descent to the waterfalls, you need to have appropriate footwear, be physically able, and have the time to do so. We didn't have the time to hike all of the way down to the falls, as we had a scheduled tour in the canyon, so we only descended down a short portion of the waterfall trail along its tricky hiking terrain. The accessible manmade platforms would provide a spectacular view of fall foliage.

This is a must-see if you are in the area! Even with the overcast skies and intermittent rain, the overlooks are simply amazing! Nice facilities. No time today to hike, but there’s always “next time.”

You can still enjoy the vista if you enter via the Turkey Path from the Pine Creek Gorge Rail to Trail. It is worth the difficult hike

No 1 spot to include on your trip. Canyon supposed to be here 1300 ft deep, while other spot would be 1800 ft deep. its nicely paved. easy walk, obsorvatory deck, not much walking needed! from here you can start a trail. more challnaging. take closed shoe and water. not an easy one. but doable for me! parking has a tables and bench for a quick eat before going in, and best working bathrooms (maskes required) we have seen on our 3 day trip. If you do deck only and small museum, 2.5 hrs would work. for trail add another 2+. Nice camping ground near by, reserveration from PA state on line required.

We were very impressed with this campground. The sites are huge compared to a commercial campground where they squeeze in as many sites as possible. The website said they had a 30 ft maximum length RV but I assure you, even the largest rig could fit into several of the spots.

The bathrooms were clean at all times and the campground wasn't very busy this time of year (April) which helped keep them clean.

There's a lot of possibilities for outdoor adventure, the actual views of the grand canyon are nicely organized on a well maintained path. The history of the development of the state parks is on display and very interesting. Given the age of the park, (originating in the 30's) I was impressed with how well it was maintained.

The only "complaint" we had is that, coming from the south, the roads to get there (as directed by GPS and RV GPS) were farm roads not really fit for an RV. A more proactive review of the route probably could have saved us some concern though I did learn that my rig has more capabilities with off-roading than I ever expected! ;) It appears that the only "safe" way in and out with an RV was through Wellsboro proper which added about 20-25 mins extra travel time when we departed.

This park is a well hidden treasure and could benefit from tourist traffic if it was a bit easier to get there. If you are in the area or traveling close by, it is a must. There's no campground frills but if you love the great outdoors, it is a really nice place to stay or at least spend a day visiting.

Harrison Park and its cross-the-valley neighbor, Colton Point, form "Pennsylvania' Grand Canyon." Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area. And nearby Wellsboro is a cute, quaint town worth an overnight stay. My only problem is with the "grand canyon" label - over the top and exaggerated to the point of being misleading. The two parks converge to form a valley, but there's nothing here remotely similar to the Grand Canyon, not even on a small scale.

Attended the Natl BMW rally took a ride to here then Colton point. This is the nicer views and ride in. Got there in time to see the fog in the valley. Def must see if in town. ..

My wife and I arrived as the sun was coming out on a cloudy day. The views were astounding. A camera is a must.

The rim trail and the observation decks provide wonderful views but we had our heart set on hiking the Turkey Path trail. Upon arrival, we discovered it was closed. Undaunted, we hiked the Pine Creek trail to the bottom of Turkey path trail. It is a flat and easy albeit long hike. It is roughly 3.5 miles one way from the parking lot to the Turkey Path trail. Seeing a black bear on the way out made up for the trail closure. Can't wait to come back and see the fall colors.

beautiful park, great views, some steep hiking trails. gift shop and small nature learning center. lots of parking. hidden location, off the back roads. friendly staff.

We truly enjoyed our trip to Leonard Harrison State Park . It is located on one side of Pine Creek Gorge, the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. The park is well organized and we enjoyed hiking many trails and admiring beautiful views. Due to coronatimes the indoor visitor center was not accessible but we did not miss it; the true splendor of the park is in its outdoor beauty which is a safe zone anyhow.
Overlook trail is easy and very attractive with its magnificent views, diverse nature and beautiful scenery. If you can take also Turkey Path winding for one mile to the canyon floor.

The lookout views are amazing! Mother nature at it's best!! It sure be an more beautiful in the Fall when the leaves change.

We stopped here for a break while driving from Canada to Hershey, PA. The views were amazing and so beautiful. The park and observation areas were well kept and maintained. I wish we would have had more time to actually walk the trails and see the falls. I hope to come back some day to do so. I would definitely recommend coming here to see everything. It was absolutely amazing.

Enjoy visiting Leonard Harrison State park viewing whenever we're in the area. They also sell ice cream, snacks, and have a gift shop.

We had the place to ourselves when we visited on a Wednesday morning in mid-September, a beautiful fall day. A little early for the full autumn color display, but still a fantastic view of the northern end of the canyon from the eastern rim. It's a fairly short drive from Wellsboro, on good 2-lane roads. Large parking lot and a very short walk to the overlook area, which is plenty big enough to handle large crowds, if ever there are any.

Lovely view of the canyon. The parking area and visitor center are nice. My husband does not like to hike, so we just did a very short trail - but it is steep - were good, supportive shoes or boots.

Winding roads leads you to the top of Leonard Harrison. Unlike Bushkill, it's free to enter, being a state park. The easy part is walking up to the railing and enjoying the sites. If you're thirsty or hungry there was a food truck near the viewing platform. There are also restrooms, no charge. We had planned to hike overlook trail but it looked like it went behind the overlook and around the parking lot. So we did Turkey Hill. Easy to go down and somewhat difficult to come back up. Wear the right shoes, we wore sneakers but wished we had wore boots because some of the trail is wet with puddles. The trail goes side to side so it's a nice walk down. We saw kids on the trail as young as 5. Some parents had a backpack seat for the kids to get into if they get tired. Others braved it without, so needless to say there are echoes of crying and whining kids. It was a total of 1 hour and 45 minutes hike roundtrip. Definitely a place to come back to.

My husband has wanted to visit the PA Grand Canyon for a couple of years and we finally made it.
This state park has many native animals ( not alive) to see up close. Bathrooms were very clean.
If you aren’t a hiker, there is an overlook. We hiked turkey path in 1 1/2 hours with plenty of stops along the way to take pictures. Beautiful waterfall and native plants. The path is well marked but is slippery in spots and I had hiking boots. I never fell, just wanted people to be aware.
The hike is steep but the switchbacks help and there are plenty of places to take a breather. Young families were on the path so take your time and enjoy it.
We are in our late 50’s early 60’s and healthy and had no trouble whatsoever

The park is nice and well worth going to as you can see quite a few miles of the PA Grand Canyon. There is a nice gift shop and also a building where you can view two videos, one on the Civilian Conservation Corps in the area and another on the history of the Canyon. I don't think there is any charge to enter the park. I went as part of a bus group so not sure about costs to enter the park. Allow an hour to view the videos (which are about 20 minutes long each) and to take the short 10 minute walk down some steps to view the gorge from a closer view and to visit the gift shop. I imagine in the fall the foliage is gorgeous. Unfortunately, although I went in October, the leaves had not turned yet, so we were a little disappointed, but the scenery is still pretty.

Pleasantly surprised at how nice the access was to the overview area. Also enjoyed the historical details and displays that were at the site. Didn't realize there is a river otter program in place or that there are bald eagles in this area. Aside for someone who is totally unable to do stairs, the pathways are wide, flat and well maintained. Persons with severe mobility issues can still access the main road viewing area, so no one is left out. We did not have time to do the trails, of which there were several. Chatted with a few trekkers who said the trails were not overly aggressive, that most normally active people could handle them.

Worth the trip to see a great view. Great place to hike down to Pine Creek. Always clean and well cared for. Nearby Wellsboro is a great place to stay and eat.

You cannot go to Wellsboro pa without stopping at Leonard Harrison state park. Great view of pine creek 1533 feet below

A very nice park with a great view of the canyon from a spacious deck. Plenty of parking and clean restrooms.

The best view by far in the PA Wilds of nothing but forests. Pennsylvania has many great vistas and views of mixed forest and rural valleys, but this is the best totally forested view you will find short of a hike.

The park facilities were quite clean and cared for. Campsites were spacious and well laid out. Staff was excellent and helpful. This is a truly forest setting with a spectacular view into the canyon. One of the best state parks we've ever been to!

Visit Pine Creek for rafting, kayaking or canoeing. Or take a hike down the Turkey Path! This area is the best kept secret in Tioga County!

We just visited Colton Point State Park from across Pine Creek Gorge on the west rim and it was like night and day. Leonard Harrison State Park was so much better in everywhere, ample parking spaces, maps showing where you are in the park, and the convenient East Rim Overlook. Truth be told, we were not that impressed by the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania per se, but we visited on the first Saturday in October and a lot of trees were displaying red, orange and yellow colors, making this a good vantage point for fall foliage. And yet there were not many visitors and there were plenty of parking spaces left.

We only did the overlook, no hiking. The view was beautiful. We were there towards the end of a rainy day and for the most part were the only ones there at the time. There was a lovely misty view over the canyon which was a lovely different view than a beautiful day. If you are older this a great spot to see the canyon since it is all blocked and sidewalked and easy to navigate.

Very nice views. We did hike the Turkey path. We forgot water to take but wasn't to hot. I would say pack water and a small snack. It takes about 1:30 down and back going at a moderate pace. Saw a couple of waterfalls. Wear sneakers for some areas were muddy to prevent slipping. It was gorgeous views!!

We had booked a camping site at the Leonard Harrison State Park. We were intrigued by the title: PA’s Grand Canyon. The main attraction was not too far from our campsite. That was certainly a bonus!

They had a large terrace could hold quite a lot of people enjoying the views. However, it didn't look like the Grand Canyon, still it was quite attractive as well!
The forest was humongous and a river flowed through the forest.

We had the perfect weather to enjoy these views. The sun certainly made a difference.

We walked everywhere we could, enjoying a good hike. We found an old place where they used to burn garbage.

The Welcome Center had lots of information about the PA’s Grand Canyon, as well as the animals who lived there and the trees.

There used to be a railroad in these woods in the 1900s, to transport logs.

We found another observation deck as well, and saw a turkey vulture flying.

The campground had shade and the restroom and showers were quite clean at all times.

We had a great time here and we hope to come back again!

By the way the sunsets are unforgettable here. One of the best! It's quite worthwhile to travel to this lovely place.

Having been here as a child, i needed to return as an adult to fully appreciate it. Stunning views. A MUST for any nature lover.

Excellent access to many trails around the grand canyon. Informative historical presentation to the area.

If you're visiting the area Leonard Harrison State Park in a must. It is by far the best place to see the PA Grand Canyon. Ample parking and a nice lodge with gift shop and exhibit with videos to watch about the area history. There are local vendors with snacks outside. Mobility challenged folks can get to the big viewing area that has vistas of the canyon. Others can hike the trails but beware most are difficult and may not be appropriate for you. We visited this twice as not to miss anything that there was to see and do. They had a lot of rangers for such a small park so if you have questions they would be able to help.

Best view of PA Grand Canyon. Pay attention, you may see an Eagle. Dress for the weather, if it's cold, it will be even colder on this mountain.

3 of us adults(50+) and a 14 yr old, decided to hike the Turkey Path on a lovely 70 deg September morning. We started out around 11 am and were back to the parking lot around 1 pm. The hike down is a bit steep and slippery in places. You need good hiking shoes for sure. Portions of the trail are very narrow. But we did not rush, took our time and stopped at the lookout points and enjoyed the hike down. The waterfalls were pretty much all dry, no rains lately. It is a beautiful switch back trail with lovely views. The last bit of the Path is all steps. Once at the bottom of the trail we walked down to the Pine Creek, lovely place to eat a picnic lunch. The hike back up was a bit of a challenge lots of steps to climb, but we stopped many times to catch our breath and took it slow. If you have a walking stick bring it along. The hike is definitely a must do. We all got a great workout

visited with my motorcycle club. There were 10 of us and it made for a great ride. The weather was absolutely beautiful which made for some fantastic views. Thoroughly enjoyed the time.

The Turkey Path is a great trail for catching waterfalls, although you must go slightly off-trail to get the best experience. The trail descends/winds to Pine Creek with a sandy beach area adjacent to the bike trail. It is a great place to soak your feet & catch some sun to prepare for the ascent. That is the only negative, it is a "down-and-back" trail.

There is another trail - much easier to traverse. The highlight is the Otter View.

The Campgrounds were adequate for tent camping. Be fore-warned, not all campsites admit dogs, so check in advance.

This park is much preferred to Colton Point for hiking & camping.

We tent camped at the Leonard Harrison State Park the weekend after Labor Day and the campground wasn't full. Nice deep site (#5), super clean bathrooms, and all around nice state park to camp.
While there, we checked out the visitors center to take in the view - it's worth the visit.
Campers note: there is a gift shop, but no camping supplies - so be sure to prepare well - it took some driving around in Wellsboro to locate some. Speaking of Wellsboro, it's a cute little town. We didn't have time to linger, but I would visit on another trip.
What we did was drive to Pine Creek Outfitters in nearby Ansonia to arrange our vehicle to be moved to while we cycled the rail trail and I highly recommend you visit this trail. It's accessible also from Turkey Falls Path in Leonard Harrison (we stopped on bike trail to explore a bit there).
I've wanted to do this trip for some time now and I'm so glad we made it happen. The wilderness, serenity, and views were good for the soul. Recommend!

Considering that we were visiting during coved restrictions, things were handled very well. Hand sanitizer and well maintained restrooms were available. There is a visitor center with information on the history of the canyon and beverage machines as the water fountains are temporarily unavailable. Masks are necessary for the buildings and recommended for areas where social distancing is problematic. Caps, t-shirts and sweatshirts are available for purchase as well as post cards and a few other items.
Views from the overlook are stunning. We were watching large birds ride the thermals and enjoyed the beauty of the variety of plant life. We saw a dragonfly!

You should know this is not a place to simply look over the edge at the gorge below. You need to strap on your hiking shoes and take the hike. It is rocky, muddy, slippery, and steep. It is worth it. Waterfalls, the sound of rushing water, and a general sense of peace. The challenge is walking back. Bring water! And be sure to hit the restroom before you begin your walk.

The State Park offers some good views into the Pine Creek gorge also known as the Grand Canyon of PA., Very nice entrance area with beautiful rhodendrum in bloom . The park offers some good views of the gorge and river below from the paved area. Also walked down the dirt West rim trail which is kind of steep for the last 50 yds. This could have been better marked for safety purposes.

Our group of 27 visited the state park on July 31 and August 1. We hiked, we walked around, we use the facilities and we took advantage of the gorgeous view of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. What a fabulous area of the state. The state park was immaculately clean. The restrooms were very clean. And even though it was an unmanned park at the time, there were plenty of maps etc. that we could use to access the trails etc.

The majestic beauty of this state park cannot be over stated. The rail trail is a great way to begin discovering the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon from inside. Visiting some of the observation points at the top of the canyon (1000 - 1500 feet above the canyon floor) yields spectacular views. If you are in the Wellsboro area, take a picnic lunch and spend the day here.

We enjoyed our visit to this park, even though it was very cloudy morning. It is a very well maintained park with easy access to the overlooks, for senior citizens. Also enjoyed being able to buy PA Maple syrup right in the park.

A lovely and refreshing place to visit. The view would reward a much longer, more difficult drive. The short movie about the history of the gorge is defintely worth watching. A quiet, peaceful gem.

Leonard Harrison is a special place for our family as my husband and family lived here for a few years. The views are spectacular and the park is very well maintained. On our recent visit, there was an extra treat of scrumptious maple walnut ice cream available

My husband and I traveled here from York, PA and Leonard Harris State Park (PA Grand Canyon) is beautiful. We did one hike - Grand Canyone of Pennsylvania Overlook via All Trails - and it was only a mile long. It is steep going down but not as steep going back up if you go counter clockwise around the trail. At the bottom is a bench to over look the canyon and the river below. We are seniors and recommend this hike.

I always wanted to motorcycle thru the grande canyon

I went thru the 414 and returned on the 44 north

breath taken views and great twisty roads

From the welcome area at the top of the canyon, to the bottom of the Turkey Path, there is no shortage of beauty in nature.

It's not a huge area but we did not find it too crowded in mid-August 2020. Most people were not wearing masks outside. There are several viewing alcoves with railings to stand and take photos of the canyon, connected by a series of stone stairs. There was adequate parking, bathrooms and an information center with a gift shop, and an ice cream truck. From here there are several trails which you can explore. Some are very steep, others short loops. Shoes with good hiking soles are recommended. Possibly a hiking stick if you need it as trails are rocky. In general it's hard to get a good view of the canyon as the area is so densely forested. This is one of the best spots. The wider area is full of "unimproved roads" and our GPS took us along miles of white dusty stone roads past farms. It was a slow bumpy ride and depends on your vehicle and your GPS. Ours likes to torture us! At the bottom of the canyon on this side is Pine Creek Trail great for walking and biking. That is a separate entrance just off Route 6.

Beautiful overlooks of the PA Grand canyon. Well-maintained park with lots of trails for hiking. Alot of parking with picnic areas. Information available. Park Ranger on duty.

I can't wait to go back. The views from the lookout are amazing! We saw a beautiful red fox just as we were driving in. We didn't get to hike here but we will next time. They have an educational center with animals and videos. Up the road is the lookout tower. We went all the way to the top even though we don't like heights!

I can see why it is know as the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania, it has great views. A lot greener than the one out west, we were here on a weekday in the summer and it was not crowded at all. There are plenty of stops along the road that are easy to get to for the views. We saw many different kinds of birds in the short time we were there.

When you walk thru the entrance, you immediately have an amazing view. I was prepared to hike a little to be rewarded that greatly. This would be a good place for handicapped persons to enjoy the canyon views. There was a trail (I would not recommend for little kids) that was a quick loop, perfect and shady on a hot day. The visitors center was small, but informative. We did treat ourselves to a maple sundae when we finished the loop - that will be talked about for years to come - so unique to the area and VERY delicious! I would recommend this park for anyone who wants awesome views of the canyon, but doesn't want to hike to get there.

The views at this park are beautiful. Going in the fall would be best. If you go here thinking it will be like the real Grand Canyon you will be disappointed. This is a large valley with forest and a river running through the valley. But the view was beautiful none the less. We hiked the Turkey Trail, which is not for the weak hearted. It wines it's way to the bottom of the valley. There are many steps at the bottom and is an amazing workout!!

The canyon is beautiful but in the winter you have limited access for Trails but the main part is open and you can see a great view of the river

We hiked the Turkey Trail down to the canyon floor with kids aged 9,11, and 13. It was challenging at parts, but doable and worthwhile. Round trip 2.5-3 hours - we stopped for a snack/lunch break. Wear proper hiking boots for steep and slippery moments!

What a beautiful place. We had fun hiking the turkey path, beautiful waterfalls! Moderate hike, definitely wear sneakers/ boots, was a bit slick when we were there.

We enjoyed the great views and even got to watch a black bear crossing Pine Creek. We did not hike as this was a motorcycling tour so no review to offer of the trails. The facilities were very well kept and workers very friendly.

Thoroughly enjoyed our visit to the Leonard Harrison State Park and the Grand Canyon. Great hike down to the bottom of the canyon and also enjoyed biking the trail along the canyon river.

Beautiful vistas. We walked the path to the bottom of the gorge. Not a place for flip-flops! We saw lots of people on the trail like that.

This is a must see if you are in the area. The views are beautiful. You don't have to walk far to see the views. If you are able, the walk to the bottom of the gorge to Pine Creek allows you to see and experience 4-5 beautiful waterfalls. It took us 1/2 hour to walk back up to the parking lot, but it could easily take an hour if you need to stop and rest. The trail is easy walking but it is quite a ways back up. Don't forget to take water. After getting back to the top, go to the Visitors Center and watch the 2 videos while you rest. They are most interesting.

The first stop on my 2017 Vacation was the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon. I'd heard from so many people what an amazing view it was and sadly, it did not meet my expectations. The drive to the overlook seemed to take forever through back roads. I lost cell signal about five miles away from the gorge, which is never comforting. Then you get there, park and walk over to the look out. I'm sure it's prettier in fall, but it was pretty much just some trees, a little waterway and a cabin. They do have a little historical video you can watch and a gift shop, but again, not something I'd go out of my way to see. Something I can check off my list, but again, not as amazing as it's made out to be.

Finished our day here after going to Colton Point and the rail trail. Views are nice I thought the view was better at Colton Point. We walked a lot earlier that day so we did about 1/2 the Turkey Path before the legs started to tire.

It wasn’t exactly the best time of year to visit, but it was still beautiful.

We went to the overlook. The scenery looking down into the canyon was gorgeous.

I am sure it would be even more beautiful in the summer and fall. There would be so many activities in this area at that time of the year.

We spent a few hours here enjoying the fall foliage and incredible views. We also hiked a couple of the trails. We stopped in the little gift shop and picked up our magnets. A definite stop while visiting the Grand Canyon of PA!

The walk along the edge of this canon is unbelievable. The trails are great to walk through the wood lands.

I thought the view points here were quite useless actually and wouldn't bother to return here. We had 80yo parents with us, so further hiking was out of the question, which I think you would have to do to get other views of the canyon.

Leonard Harrison State Park offers a great view of the PA Grand Canyon, and it is very quick and easy to get to the overlook for the best views of it. It is literally a 2 minute walk from the parking lot. There are also some trails that you can go on, but if you are mainly interest in seeing it from the top, this is the best way to do it!

We didn't have much time while visiting this time so we chose the 1 mile hike to the bottom of the canon. The hike was steep but very doable. Beautiful scenery and the creek at the bottom was gorgeous. Highly recommend this hike.....but very steep!!

This in one of the better State Parks that I have been within the USA over the years and there is no admission fee. The local business man who in 1922 had a vision to start this park certainly had a vision that is enjoyed by countless was certainly evident when we visited last weekend. The CCC of the 1930's Great Depression conversation efforts back than have also contributed to the added pleasure in our visit as well. The view of the PA Grand Canyon will leave you speechless and lasting memories of your visit for years to come. There is camping here along with a food vendor plus gift shop. One can view a video on the history and highlights of the park. Pack a picnic basket for your lunch and also enjoy the various hiking trails. Park is well maintained and generally litter free. Park Rangers do regular patrols of the park and make themselves available for your questions. Well worth your visit when one is visiting the Wellsboro, PA area along with the Lumber Museum.

Found this viewing point and facilities the best of the Canyon. Great spot for taking pictures. Highly recommend.

For persons of limited mobility (can walk a mile or two, but no hiking), rent a bike from Pine Creek Outfitters (which we didn’t do, but should have). Or, park at Darling Run Access Point and take a short (or long) stroll on the path. Be sure to spot the eagles' nest across the creek near the Darling Run station. If you’re mostly confined to a car, here’s my suggestion: take in the viewpoints at Leonard Harrison and Colton Point, and then travel down PA 414 along the creek and check out the additional spots (Rattlesnake Rock is a particularly beautiful spot) where canoes or bikes can be put in. Here, the walks are short and the creeks are beautiful (and there's a clean no-flush toilet at each spot). There are a few picturesque tiny towns along the way and some lovely scenery (at least in June when the Dame’s Rockets are blooming). We regretted taking the brochure-directed trip that started at Colton Point and ended at the 414 junction—not many vistas, very slow going and some tedious driving. Oh, and take the Ole Covered Wagon afternoon waterfall tour. Just my two cents.

We went a a crystal clear day. Views were breath taking. Took a lot of pictures but they do not do it justice. Park is very well maintained. A must do when in that area.

Plenty of walking trails. A small but quaint area where there are two short movies on the history of the park. Not quite as breathtaking as the other Grand Canyon

Beautiful views and a nice lookout area with many spots to get that just perfect picture. Also a well maintained hiking trail right next to the lookout.

Leonard Harrison State Park is a good family attraction. There's plenty of good views, abundant wildlife, hiking, biking, fishing, camping, etc. It is a well maintained State Park suitable for family getaway weekends, or longer.

Enjoyed this park and the all the lookouts. Had a nice hike through the woods to Otter lookout. - worth the 1/2 mile hike. Unclear at first if the trail would take me back, but it did a nice loop. The hike to the overlook was a little rough - seemed to be washed out in places. However, the loop back to the top was easier/smoother hiking.

Wear sturdy hiking shoes and don't attempt the Turkey Trail right after a rain. It will be treacherous. We did both trails. The Turkey Trail was a switchback trail, about 1.5 miles down to the gorge. They were doing some repair on the last part of the trail. Bring water! You will work up a sweat. There are benches along each part of the hike and I did use them. Beautiful views. We also bought local made shirts in the little shop at the start of the trail.

We couldn't do the turkey trail because of an elderly dog but we walked the loop on the crest which was just long enuff. Spectacular view of the canyon below.

Breathtaking overview and worth seeing. Don't forget to get Maple nut ice cream while you are there. Will recommend

Nice views of the gorge from the different levels of the viewing area. Plenty of parking and there is a visitors center, little shop, restrooms, and picnic tables. We were just there and the fall colors were amazing. Not far from route 6. Can take the road around the airport, or the shorter trip on the gravel Copp Hollow road. We just enjoyed the views, didn't do any hiking.

A great park with awesome views! Not a lot to do other than take in the scenery which is totally fine with me. Clean. Picnics tables and grills available.

The campground here is very nice. We tent camp, and the sites are nicely spaced and had some trees for privacy between our site {#14} and the next one. The bathrooms were imaculate. You can walk to the Canyon overlook from the campground. We bought our bikes and did the rail to trail ride in the canyon which was great. You cannot get to the trail from the campground but parking lot was a short distance away. Planning to camp here again next year.

There are amazing views and hiking trails. Spent the whole day here hiking and admiring the natural beauty. Plenty of wildlife to spot.

What an awesome place they call it the Lil Grand Canyon this place is free to the public its a lil off the beaten path but well worth the time to go

The PA Grand Canyon has been on the top of my 'Bucket List' for years and finally we traveled across Route 6 from Erie, PA. Whether you are a hiker, a photographer or just a tourist the views are well worth the drive. Take time to watch the informative videos before or after seeing the canyon.

We did the overlook trail. We were told if we did the Orange trail that it would take us right along the ridge and the sights would be amazing. The overlook was truly beautiful. The orange trail was a big disappointment. There were so many trees you couldn't see anything. The trail was not marked except for a few spots. Even with the maps it's very confusng and it's not my first trail.

Originally set out as just a scenic drive but decided to stop and look around. Haven't been back to see the sights in over 13 years. Still as captivating as it was then. Somethings havr changed. I didn't remember the gift store or even the building being there before. These are all very nice additions. Decided to hike the Turkey Path. It is noted as a strenuous path. Just take your time, don't rush. Some areas can be wet and slippery due to the water coming off sides and running over the path. The idea of the hike is to be one with nature, can't do that if you are running through. We watched people coming back up the trail so fast that they were holding their backs and hunched over by the time they hit the midway point. The views are beautiful, we will be coming back in about 2 weeks to view the colors that will no doubt be spectacular when the trees change.

Went to this park with friends hoping to enjoy the splendid views and do some hiking. There is a main view point with the panorama of the Pine Creek only a few steps away from the parking lot and visitors' center and another one Otter View some 15 minutes walk down hill. The walk is pleasant, in the beautiful woods but there are no signs so it is not clear Where to go and How long it takes. The walk might be a bit steep and difficult for small children and elderly people but shows the river from a different perspective.There is abundant information about wildlife and the park history.

What a fantastic view from this beautiful overlook. With the river below and the colorful leaves it was a perfect place for a nice, peaceful visit. What is wonderful is the view is all free. There is a visitor center and a playland for children so it is family friendly.

I was to the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon often as a child (in the 1960s) and then I took my son 25 years ago. This was my first return trip - and I completely forgot how absolutely breath-taking gorgeous it is! I took over 200 pictures and was there for over two hours (and I didn't even walk the paths down to the canyon)! It is so peaceful and beautiful! It is a must-see for anyone who marvels at the beauty of nature!

I haven't been to this area since I was 10.....now I am 63. The views are timeless. The park is the best place to see the Grand Canyon of PA. I must return sooner....and I think I will. Come see for yourself.

We visited on a foggy/sunny day. Watching the fog lift was amazing. The videos were very interesting so be sure to take the time to watch both of them. This is a great place to visit.

Beautiful views of Pine Creek. Nice trails and overlooks. Rest rooms, picnic areas and a nice interpretive displays.

Our family took a bike ride through the canyon, hiked to a waterfall, saw a horse-drawn buggy pass by, and enjoyed gorgeous scenery. Bonus: it's free to enter!

Visiting this park was an excellent experience! The view of the "grand canyon" is well worth it. Luckily, we had a nice weather day so the views in all directions were great.
We stayed at the viewing area and did not venture too far down any of the hiking paths.
Additionally, we got to see several ospreys and hawks, some of which came really close to the viewing areas.

We stopped by for the overlook views, hiked both trails and had a wonderful time. The Turkey trail is a hard walk to the bottom of the gorge. Very doable though.

The park is a bit remote and that is as it should be. There was plenty of parking and admission is still free. They have a small visitor center but had excellent paved viewing platforms that provide elevated views of the PA Grand Canyon and the Pine Creek Gorge. There were several viewing areas that provided great spots for pictures but they were not crowded. The main viewing area is easily accessible but the lower area had a few steps that were a bit difficult for some older visitors.
There was a local vendor there that was selling local maple syrup, map,e candies and ice cream treats. Prices were very reasonable and the maple ice cream was delicious.
There were many picnic tables if you wanted to bring your own food to enjoy a picnic.
If you want to see the PA Grand Canyon and it’s excellent views, this is the place to go.
We were there October 7th and the leaves were changing but not quite at peak color. We still enjoyed the views.

This is a great park for views of the Pine Creek Gorge aka PA Grand Canyon. Nice board walk area with gift shop and some food and drink vendors in the summer. The turkey path is a great hike past waterfalls down to the rail trail. Be warned it is a steep hike back up!

The Civilian Conservation Corps spent 11 years preparing this park for visitors. God spent 20 million years creating this Beautiful Canyon. Be sure to visit in the fall to see the Fabulous fall colors. You won't be disappointed!!

Leonard Harrison State Park is a beautiful park with nice trails and some interesting viewpoints into the canyon. Although the park was not as spectacular as we expected.

accessed this state park from very cool steps from the bike trail, got to the top and had amazing views of the gorge, highlight of our bike trip, exceeded expectations , nice facilities as well - well worth it

Experience the wilds of Pennsylvania in this great park. We used the pavilion for a family picnic and was pleasantly surprised at the cleanliness and ease of entry. A great place for a family get together.

We started our exploration of the Grand Canyon at Colton on the west side, but didn't spend much time before driving around to Leonard Harrison. Colton has minimal resources, which is fine for some, but we preferred the more "civilized" Harrison with park rangers present, a movie about the Canyon, a small gift shop and a food truck for a meal. The overlooks here are better constructed and maintained.

After taking in the views from the top, we hiked the Turkey Path, a switchback trail that drops you 800 feet to the rail trail and creek at the bottom. Rail trail is the best. Sorry we didn't take the time for a bike ride. A nice walk down with a few waterfalls along the way. I confess that my less than fit body struggled towards the end of the climb back, but we made it.

All that we heard from others was confirmed. A beautiful place and worthwhile Pennsylvania destination for a road trip.

Well kept great view very close to canyon country campground. there is a nice gift shop on the way in

We were camping in the area and chose this as our main feature of our trip. Although it’s not the Grand Canyon from AZ, it’s pretty darn amazing! The parking lot was pretty full. There were 2 vendors at the look out areas selling refreshments and local goods. The views are absolutely amazing! We saw several turkey vultures circling all around us. Definitely worth a trip to see!

This offers a nice view of the Pennsylvania Grand Canyon which is not as extensive as the real one but picturesque enough. It offers a trail down to the bottom which is very long and tiring but the final view is gorgeous. The gift shop sells walking sticks which is helpful for the trek