LITL DRUMMER 2 Traditional Cache
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Little Drummer Trailhead
This trailhead is located eight miles west of Ridgway, PA along Township Road 307. Facilities include: hardened parking area, vault toilet and informational/interpretive signing. This trailhead accesses the Little Drummer Historical Pathway , a short 1-mile loop and a 2.1-mile loop through a managed wildlife area
This cache is on the little drummer trail. The trail is clearly marked with off-white diamond-shaped markers on trees, or with decals on brown plastic posts. Walk-in camping is permitted along the trail. Campfires are permitted as long as they are maintained in a fire ring and are fully extinguished upon departing. Return the site to its natural appearance. Forest Supervisor Closure Orders prohibit the use of mountain bikes and saddle, pack or draft animals. Be aware that this area is used heavily in the late fall and spring by hunters. It is a good idea to wear bright fluorescent colored clothing if hiking during these time periods.be on the lookout for ticks and rattlesnakes during the summer.
At a Glance
Operational Hours: Open 24 Hours
Fees No fee
Permit Info: No permit required.
Open Season: January - December
Usage: Light
General Information
Directions: This trailhead parking lot is located eight miles west of Ridgway, PA on Township Road 307.
Activities
Hiking Day Hiking
The short loop of the Little Drummer Historical Pathway leads to Cole Run Pond and then returns to the parking lot. The longer loop goes all the way around Cole Run Pond, and you can return on one of the legs of the smaller loop. Plan an hour's walk if you do the short loop. Plan 3-4 hours if you do the long loop. Wear rubber-bottomed boots if you hike the long loop.
Fire Information Campfires are permitted if maintained in a fire ring, and completely extinguished.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Hunting
Big Game Hunting
Allegheny National Forest is public land open to fishing, hunting and trapping. Please comply with Pennsylvania Game Commission regulations. No hunting is permitted within Recreation (campgrounds) Areas, but you may walk outside recreation area to hunt. Observe safety zones.
Species white-tailed-deer, black bear, turkey
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Small Game Hunting Allegheny National Forest is public land open to fishing, hunting and trapping. Please comply with Pennsylvania Game Commission regulations. No hunting is permitted within Recreation (campgrounds) Areas, but you may walk outside recreation area to hunt. Observe safety zones.
Species squirrel, rabbit, snowshoe hare
Difficulty Level: Difficult
Nature Viewing
Viewing Wildlife
The pathway was named for the breeding grouse (called "drummers") living in this area and for the extensive number of historic railroads, pipelines, and camps located there. The interior portion (away from the road) of the area is managed to provide habitat for wildlife species associated with early successional stages of forest habitat, such as ruffed grouse, woodcock, common yellowthroats, chestnut-sided warblers, and young turkey. Through this management we also expect to produce high quality wood fiber. The portion of the area near the road is managed to provide habitat for wildlife species associated with mature hardwood forests, such as turkey, bear, and cavity-nesting birds and mammals. Through this management we also expect to enhance scenic quality and provide recreation opportunities. The habitat management you will learn about as you hike the Little Drummer Historical Pathway was funded by the Ruffed Grouse Society and the National Wild Turkey Federation through their fund-raising banquets. The trailhead and pathway improvements were funded by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation through the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act. This brochure was funded by the Eastern National Forest Interpretive Association.
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Winter Sports
XC Skiing/Snowshoeing
Multiple use trail for hiking, X-C skiing and snow shoeing.
Warming Shelters No
Base Conditions Not a groomed trail
Difficulty Level: Intermediate
Additional Hints
(Decrypt)
40 SG RNFG FVQR BS GENVY 5 SG UVTU VA QRNQ GERR