That trail begins at Ohiopyle State Park to the southwest and reaches Conemaugh Gorge near Johnstown.

[1] In addition to hiking, the park is open to hunting, cross-country skiing, and snowmobiling.

The most common game species are ruffed grouse, turkey and white-tailed deer.

Hunters are expected to follow the rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Game Commission.

[4] There are 35 miles (56 km) of trails open to cross-country skiing during the winter months at Laurel Ridge State Park and over 70 miles (110 km) of trails open to snow mobiles.