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    Gouldsboro State Park

    Hiking

    7.25 miles of trails

     

    The rugged terrain of Gouldsboro State Park makes for challenging but rewarding hiking. All trails are blazed. Double blazes indicate a change of direction or a junction of two trails. Follow these rules for a safe hike:

    • An adult should accompany children
    • Be sure to wear hiking boots
    • Motor vehicles are prohibited on the trails
    Gouldsboro and Tobyhanna State Parks Map

    Trail Definitions

    Difficulty Ratings

    Easiest -- For beginner trail users. Grade is gentle with few obstacles.
    More Difficult -- For the majority of trail users. Grade is steeper and trails narrower with embedded rocks or roots on the trail surface.
    Most Difficult -- For trail users with advanced skills. Grade is steep and provides a definite physical challenge. Routes may not be well marked. Elevation gain or loss is severe.

    Trail Route Type

    Loop -- Start and end at the same location and follow a single trail to form a loop.
    Out-and-back -- Start and end at a trailhead and follow a single trail to an endpoint or specific point of interest, then return along the same route.
    Point-to-point -- Trails are generally longer in distance and parks may often contain only a portion of the trail within their boundary. Hiker starts and ends in different locations, often requiring a shuttle.
    Connector -- Begin and end in connection with another trail or trails but do not terminate at a trailhead.

    Frank Gantz Trail

    1.3 miles in the park  |  Most difficult hiking  |  Out-and-back trail  |  Red blazes
    Recreations permitted: hiking
    Trailhead amenities: non-flush restrooms

    The 3.2-mile Frank Gantz Trail connects Tobyhanna and Gouldsboro state parks. The trail travels through the Black Bear and Bender Swamps Natural Area. 

    Old 611

    1.25 miles  |  Easiest hiking  |  Connector trail  |  Blue blazes
    Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing recommended
    Trailhead amenities: none

    The trail follows a small section of Route 611 that was abandoned after interstate 380 was built. It provides opportunities for wildlife watching and to witness the secession process from a roadway corridor to a natural area. 

    Old Entrance Trail

    1.8 miles  |  Easiest hiking  |  Out-and-back trail  |  Blue blazes
    Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing recommended
    Trailhead amenities: none

    Old Entrance Trail follows the original entrance to Gouldsboro State Park. It provides opportunities for wildlife watching and to witness the secession process from a roadway corridor to a natural area. 

    Prospect Rock Trail

    2.9 miles  |  More difficult hiking  |  Connector trail  |  Blue blazes
    Recreations permitted: hiking
    Trailhead amenities: none

    Prospect Rock Trail connects Old Entrance trail and Old 611 Trail. The trail has numerous opportunities to observe wildlife as well a challenging elevation change.