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Petroleum Center – Cow Run Shelter loop from Petroleum Center

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Petroleum Center – Cow Run Shelter loop from Petroleum Center

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3.2

(19)

39

runners

Petroleum Center – Cow Run Shelter loop from Petroleum Center

02:57

22.7km

540m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

290 m

Petroleum Center

Highlight • Historical Site

At the southern trailhead of the Gerard Hiking Trail, the historic site of Petroleum Center marks what was once a bustling 19th‑century oil boomtown. Today, hikers can explore a self-guided …

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2

2.52 km

Petroleum heritage overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this ridgeline viewpoint, hikers can spot a series of replica oil derricks tucked into the treeline across the valley. These reconstructions represent real 19th-century oil ventures like Great Lakes …

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3

6.76 km

Ridgeline overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

This peaceful spot offers a sweeping ridgeline view across the forested slopes of Oil Creek State Park. From here, you can look out toward the opposing hillside, where a patchwork …

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4

7.58 km

Cow Run Shelter

Highlight • Mountain Hut

Cow Run Shelter is one of two designated overnight areas along the Gerard Hiking Trail. It features tent sites and 6 Adirondack-style shelters, each equipped with a fireplace. The site …

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18.3 km

Oil Creek State Park

Nature Reserve

6

20.2 km

Oil Creek Bridge near Pioneer

Highlight • Bridge

Oil creek state park! 9.5 mi trail one way! Beautiful scenery! Location: Titusville. Pa

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22.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.8 km

2.39 km

1.97 km

440 m

109 m

Surfaces

18.2 km

2.33 km

1.49 km

611 m

< 100 m

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