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Summary: 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 Markleton trailhead can be accessd 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) The trailhead at Rockwood Station (mile 23) is accessed by taking Rt 653 to Rockwood. There, it makes a hard left turn. Follow Bridge St. straight across the Cassleman River to the parking area just on the South side. (lat: N39 55.630 lon: W79 9.661) Rockwood has a portajohn and a water fountain and the Rockwood Trail House Bed & Breakfast. A trailside campsite is under development. (Lat:39.86006 Lon:-79.22772) Trail Guides for Allegheny Highlands Trail - Markleton to Rockwood: 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 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
