Hiking at Gouldsboro State Park
7.25 miles of trails
The rugged terrain of Gouldsboro State Park makes for challenging but rewarding hiking. All trails are blazed. Double blazes indicate a change of direction or a junction of two trails. Follow these rules for a safe hike:
- An adult should accompany children
- Be sure to wear hiking boots
- Motor vehicles are prohibited on the trails
Gouldsboro State Park Trail Map (PDF)
Trail Definitions
Difficulty Ratings
Easiest -- For beginner trail users. Grade is gentle with few obstacles.
More Difficult -- For the majority of trail users. Grade is steeper and trails narrower with embedded rocks or roots on the trail surface.
Most Difficult -- For trail users with advanced skills. Grade is steep and provides a definite physical challenge. Routes may not be well marked. Elevation gain or loss is severe.
Trail Route Type
Loop -- Start and end at the same location and follow a single trail to form a loop.
Out-and-back -- Start and end at a trailhead and follow a single trail to an endpoint or specific point of interest, then return along the same route.
Point-to-point -- Trails are generally longer in distance and parks may often contain only a portion of the trail within their boundary. Hiker starts and ends in different locations, often requiring a shuttle.
Connector -- Begin and end in connection with another trail or trails but do not terminate at a trailhead.
Frank Gantz Trail
1.3 miles in the park | Most difficult hiking | Out-and-back trail | Red blazes
Recreations permitted: hiking
Trailhead amenities: non-flush restrooms
The 3.2-mile Frank Gantz Trail connects Tobyhanna and Gouldsboro state parks. The trail travels through the Black Bear and Bender Swamps Natural Area.
Old 611
1.25 miles | Easiest hiking | Connector trail | Blue blazes
Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing recommended
Trailhead amenities: none
The trail follows a small section of Route 611 that was abandoned after interstate 380 was built. It provides opportunities for wildlife watching and to witness the secession process from a roadway corridor to a natural area.
Old Entrance Trail
1.8 miles | Easiest hiking | Out-and-back trail | Blue blazes
Recreations permitted: hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing recommended
Trailhead amenities: none
Old Entrance Trail follows the original entrance to Gouldsboro State Park. It provides opportunities for wildlife watching and to witness the secession process from a roadway corridor to a natural area.
Prospect Rock Trail
2.9 miles | More difficult hiking | Connector trail | Blue blazes
Recreations permitted: hiking
Trailhead amenities: none
Prospect Rock Trail connects Old Entrance trail and Old 611 Trail. The trail has numerous opportunities to observe wildlife as well a challenging elevation change.