Hiking at McConnells Mill State Park

Two weekends ago, I set off on a hiking trip with my uncle. We were on a mission to complete all 9 miles of trails at McConnells Mill State Park. These trails include the Alpha Pass, Hells Hollow, Kildoo, and Slippery Rock Gorge. The weather was perfect for hiking. It was around 45 degrees and cloudy. I would highly recommend these trails because of the true beauty. The Slippery Rock Gorge trail was the most difficult at 6.2 miles. There is steep terrain and a few switchbacks. If you want to do all 9 miles, give yourself plenty of time. These are not loop trails, so you need to have someone waiting for you at the end or have a car parked there. The trail was muddy in spots, so be sure to have proper hiking shoes. Pack plenty of water and a first aid kit too. I would not recommend the 9 mile hike for someone with a heart condition because of the terrain. If you have any questions about hiking at McConnells Mill, let me know!

 

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