The hiking trail at Jakes Rocks is paved with asphalt, and many signs warn hikers to stay on the trail due to sharp drop-offs and cliffs. The trail makes a loop around impressive quartz-conglomerate boulders, which were left by receding glaciers.
Directions to Jakes Rocks:
From the Kinzua Dam visitor's center in Warren, PA, take Rte. 59 past the dam. Turn right on Longhouse Scenic Drive (watch for cyclists who frequently ride on this road). Turn right onto Forest Road 492, and turn right again at the stop sign. Bear right at the triangular intersection and continue on to the second parking area. The trailhead is on the right.
Amenities:
- Picnic Area
- Pit toilets
- Hiking trails
- Scenic overlooks
Jakes Rocks is best visited in the spring, summer, or fall seasons. Remember to watch young children carefully to ensure they stay on the trail. There is no cost to enter Jakes Rocks, and the views are spectacular over the Allegheny River. We often combine this trip with a trip to the Kinzua Dam.
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