Start hiking at 10:00 a.m. from the patio at Mountain Creek Lodge. Ride the aerial tram down to Mountain Creek for this 10-mile hike from Pipestem State Park to Bluestone State Park. Wear good shoes, bring a light lunch (sandwiches and such), and plenty of water. A shuttle returns hikers to Pipestem around 4:00 p.m.
Preregistration recommended due to limited shuttle service. space. Sign up at the nature center or call Julie McQuade. Allow about 4-5 hours for the Bluestone Turnpike Hike.. Start time: 10:00 p.m. Hike length: Approximately 10 miles. Hike leader is National Park Service Ranger.