Pine Grove Mills, a region in Centre County, Pennsylvania, is characterized by its diverse landscapes and extensive trail networks. Nestled within the Ridge and Valley region at the base of Tussey Mountain, it offers a dramatic and scenic backdrop for outdoor activities. The area provides immediate access to Rothrock State Forest, featuring dense woodlands, rocky ridge-top paths, and trails that follow local streams, alongside open agricultural views. These varied terrains support several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging,…
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11
hikers
6.49km
02:30
290m
290m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
6.44km
01:58
210m
210m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12.2km
03:38
360m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2.63km
00:42
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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14
riders
36.8km
01:31
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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93.3km
04:17
1,020m
1,020m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
77.7km
04:03
1,290m
1,290m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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1
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39.3km
02:22
320m
320m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.2km
01:26
170m
170m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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36.9km
02:16
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18.3km
01:35
210m
200m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.6km
00:56
120m
120m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30.6km
02:36
530m
530m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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riders
12.0km
01:14
280m
280m
Hard mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
5.22km
00:33
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.0km
01:41
100m
100m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.15km
00:32
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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71.6km
04:45
1,350m
1,350m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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41.8km
02:53
920m
920m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

8
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Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Pine Grove Mills offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and gravel biking. The region provides access to extensive trail networks within Rothrock State Forest and scenic agricultural lands. More than 1,000 visitors have shared experiences on komoot, with routes averaging 4.73 out of 5 stars.
Popular hiking routes include the Bald Knob loop, a 6.8-mile (10.9 km) trail with a steady climb to a viewpoint, and the Roman Tower loop, a 4.8-mile (7.7 km) path in the Shingletown Gap area. The Lake Perez loop offers a 3.0-mile (4.8 km) trail through forests. For more options, consult the Hiking around Pine Grove Mills guide.
Yes, Pine Grove Mills offers hiking experiences ranging from gentle paths to more demanding climbs. The Lake Perez loop is a 3.0-mile (4.8 km) trail through forests that provides a less strenuous option. For additional accessible routes, refer to the Easy hikes around Pine Grove Mills guide.
The area is well-suited for road cycling, featuring a mix of rolling agricultural lands and forest views. An easy option is the "Pine Grove Mills and BicyclePA Route G Loop," which is 22.8 miles (36.7 km) long. Other routes like the Gatesburg Loop also offer pleasant rides. Discover more routes in the Road Cycling Routes around Pine Grove Mills guide.
Yes, Pine Grove Mills provides opportunities for both mountain biking and gravel biking, particularly within the extensive Rothrock State Forest. The forest offers over 300 miles (483 km) of trails suitable for various cycling disciplines. Specific guides are available for MTB Trails around Pine Grove Mills and Gravel biking around Pine Grove Mills.
The region provides access to Rothrock State Forest, where dogs are generally permitted on trails. It is advisable to check specific trail regulations or state forest guidelines for any leash requirements or restrictions. Always practice responsible pet ownership and pack out waste.
Pine Grove Mills is located within the Ridge and Valley region of Pennsylvania, at the base of Tussey Mountain. It offers immediate access to Rothrock State Forest, which includes natural areas like Bear Meadows and Alan Seeger. The landscape features dense woodlands, rocky ridge-top paths, and streams such as Roaring Run and Slab Cabin Run.
Access points to Rothrock State Forest and various trails often have designated parking areas. For example, the Roman Tower loop can be accessed from the SCBWA Lot. A shared-use trail trailhead at Deepwood Drive also provides access to the Rothrock State Forest trail system.
Komoot offers several guides for Pine Grove Mills, including Hiking around Pine Grove Mills, Easy hikes around Pine Grove Mills, Road Cycling Routes around Pine Grove Mills, and Cycling around Pine Grove Mills. Guides for running, mountain biking, and gravel biking are also available.
Pine Grove Mills is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,000 visitors having explored its routes. The region's 5 available routes have received an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 stars from users. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
Pine Grove Mills is an unincorporated community within Ferguson Township. For official information, the Ferguson Township website is fergusonpa.gov. The general contact phone number for Ferguson Township is (814) 238-4651.

