Raystown Lake Region

Surrounded by the scenic backdrop of the Alleghenies, the Raystown Lake Region is filled with opportunities for hiking, bicycling and birdwatching, as well as boating and fishing on Raystown Lake. This 8,300 acre waterway draws boaters from all over the East and fishermen who come from far and wide to cast for the legendary stripers that swim the waters of the lake Field and Stream named one of America's top fishing destinations. Overnight visitors can choose from friendly bed and breakfasts, comfortable vacation homes, or enjoy a truly memorable night under the stars in a fully equipped treehouse.

Lodging, dining, attractions and events

Things To Do In Raystown Lake Region

Panther Hollow Raceway

Trail Guide

Allegrippis Trail
http://raystown.org/outdoor-fun/allegrippis-trails.html

Greenwood Furnace State Park
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/greenwoodfurnace.aspx

Rothrock State Forest
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/Forestry/stateforests/rothrock.aspx

Spelunker Tour
A moderate tour beginning along the Juniata River that also encompasses farmlands and valleys.

The Fisherman's Tour
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Raystown Lake National Recreation Area and Trough Creek State Park. A moderate/advanced tour over 60 miles.

Time Travelers Path
Enjoy the scenic vistas and sweeping valleys where small country hamlets still beckon cyclists to stop and relax along the 72-mile trek of discovery.

1000 Steps Challenging
Mount Union

1000 Steps Easy
Mount Union

1000 Steps Moderate
Mount Union

Allegrippis Trail Challenging
Raystown Lake

Allegrippis Trail Easy
Raystown Lake

Allegrippis Trail Moderate
Raystown Lake

Balanced Rock and Copperas Rocks Hike
Trough Creek State Park

Balanced Rock Hike
Trough Creek State Park

Brumbaugh - Boulder Loop
Trough Creek State Park

Chestnut Spring Trail Loop
Greenwood Furnace State Park / Rothrock State Forest

Fire Tower Loop
Greenwood Furnace State Park / Rothrock State Forest

Flag Pole Hill Trail Loop Easy
Juniata College Huntingdon

Flag Pole Hill Trail Loop Moderate
Juniata College Huntingdon

Hillside Nature Trail Loop
Raystown Lake

Lower Rail Trail
Williamsburg and Water Street

Old Loggers Trail Loop
Raystown Lake

Old Loggers Trail Loop with Sheep Rock Spur
Raystown Lake

Ore Banks Loop
Greenwood Furnace State Park / Rothrock State Forest

Stone Valley Vista Loop
Greenwood Furnace State Park / Rothrock State Forest

Greenwood Furnace State Park
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/greenwoodfurnace.aspx

Whipple Dam State Park
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateParks/parks/whippledam.aspx

Greenwood Furnace State Park
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/greenwoodfurnace.aspx

Whipple Dam State Park
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateParks/parks/whippledam.aspx

Raystown Tour

Allegrippis Trail
Wind through the mountains of Raystown Lake on the 30+ miles of bumps, jumps, dips and rollers rated one of the nation’s “4 Best Bike Trails” by Men’s Journal.

Rothrock State Forest-Greenwood Furnace
Both single and double tracks are found throughout this mostly hilly terrain, varying enough in technical difficulty to suit any level of rider. These trails offer great views as well as an abundance of wildlife.

Lower Trail

Greenwood Furnace State Park
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/parks/greenwoodfurnace.aspx

Seven Mountains Snowmobile Trail-Rothrock State Forest
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/snowmobile/maps/05_7MTNSN.pdf

Trough Creek
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/Parks/troughcreek.aspx

Trough Creek-Rothrock State Forest
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/forestry/snowmobile/maps/05TRCRKSN.pdf

Whipple Dam State Park
http://www.dcnr.state.pa.us/stateparks/Parks/whippledam/whippledam_mini.pdf

Frankstown Branch Juniata River Lower Section and Canoe Creek
There are no developed access points for this section of the Frankstown Branch in the Altoona Destination Area.

Great Trough Creek
Great Trough Creek in the Raystown Lake Destination Area cuts through Terrace Mountain with a whitewater stretch of Class I-III rapids suitable for paddlers of medium experience before emptying into Raystown Lake. Beginners should not attempt this section without the aid of a more experienced paddler.

Greenwood Lake
A six-acre lake in Greenwood Forest State Park in the Raystown Lake Destination Area.

Juniata River
The Juniata River in the Raystown Lake Destination Area runs approximately 90 miles through several scenic mountain ranges offering seasonal flat-water paddling opportunities for individuals and families interested in single or multi-day river trips.

Little Juniata River Lower Section & Bald Eagle Creek Tyrone Section
The Little Juniata is a large river in the Altoona Destination Area with deep pools, moderate water, and a number of access points for paddlers who come to navigate the riffles and rapids in the Lower section.

Raystown Branch Juniata River Section 4
Section 4 of the Raystown Branch of the Juniata, in the Raystown Lake Destination Area, can be explored by canoe year-round, though it is best traveled from March through July, when It is a Class I river, easily navigated with minimal skills making it ideal for the beginner to intermediate canoer or kayaker.

Raystown Lake
Owned and operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers, this 8,300 acre lake has 7 boat launches along 28 miles of navigable water fed by the Raystown Branch of the Juniata River in the Raystown Lake Destination Area.