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Summary: The Pinkerton Tunnel cuts through 849' of a significant bend in the Cassleman River. Unfortunately, some of the tunnel roof has collapsed necessitating a 1.5 mile bypass around the Pinkerton Horn. There are, however, some trails just at the Eastern end that will get you down to the river. There is no cell phone service between Confluence and Meyersdale. The TOPO! Overlay file included with this review contains data for the entire 30 miles of the Allegheny Highlands Trail from Confluence to Meyersdale and includes the track of the planned trail and road bypass route to Cumberland, Md. Trailhead: The trailhead at Ft. Hill can be access off of Rt. 281 North from Confluence. Turn South onto Ft. Hill Rd. and the parking is just before it joins T.368. (lat: N39 39.554 lon: W79 16.540) The Markleton trailhead can be access off of Rt. 281 North from Confluence. Turn East onto Markleton School Rd. Left on Turkeyfoot Trail Rd and then immediately right onto State Rd. 3011. (lat: N39 51.602 lon: W79 13.670) (Lat:39.82584 Lon:-79.27557) Trail Guides for Allegheny Highlands Trail - Ft. Hill to Markleton: The Great Allegheny Passage Companion by Bill Metzger (The Local History Company) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Ranger Contact: Somerset County Chamber Of Commerce 814-445-6431 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Kevin Geiselman, who has posted 96 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: Pennsylvania Hiking, Pennsylvania Trails, Pennsylvania Hikes, Somerset County Hiking, Somerset County Trails, Somerset County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
