Yellow Creek State Park includes over 20 miles of multi-use singletrack trails that circle the entire lake. Built by LHORBA, and maintained by the Friend of Yellow Creek, the YC trails are Indiana County’s best kept secret.
These trails range in difficulty from Novice to Expert and encompass your typical south western Pennsylvania landscape of short, steep climbs, fast rolling hills, and a variety of rock gardens that makes this a cross country mountain bike haven. Spend all day on the trails at your own pace, or get competitive through the local race series outfit that raises funds for the park.
For detailed trail maps visit the park office, Indiana Cycling Center, or Seasons Chains, which also have information about group rides.
Local race series information can be found on the YC Monthly page.
Trail Overview:
- South shore trails range from Novice to Intermediate and are accessed best by parking in the Day Use Area of the park.
- North shore trails range from Intermediate to Expert and are accessed best from the McFeaters Cove or Black Hawk Road parking lots.
- Eastern crossing of the lake requires a .5 mile road ride on Rt 422 that connects to Rt 259.
- Western side (dam side spillway) of the lake requires a creek crossing that can be difficult during high water events. Please use caution and good judgement.
It is important to keep in mind that this area is also open to other outdoor sports including hunting and trapping. Please be mindful of the season and follow posted signage.
Keep singletrack single and leave no trace!
