This spot is one of those “why are there cars always
parked there” areas. This location has entertained young
people for decades. Currently, it is a favorite hang out, fishing
and swimming hole. When I was a kid, this was a favorite hang out
and swimming hole.
Between 1922 and 1936, this was one of the most popular hangouts
in Indiana County. This area was a popular resort called Cliffside.
It was owned by Antonio Bianco of Homer City. A timber dam was
built to raise the water level to provide swimming and boating. It
was also a popular park for family picnics, reunions and athletic
events on a ball field. About 1925 a 40’ X 100’ dance
hall was built at the top of the hill on the north side of the
creek. 101 steps led up the hill to the dance hall. The depression
and a flood in 1936 brought the end to this story.
In 1969, the “new” road changed the topography and
camouflaged this area from most people.
Trailhead and parking is beside the Wayne Ave. exit ramp heading
northbound from SR-119. Parking cords. are 40 34.398N 079 09.603W.
Trail will probably be a little muddy in places.