If you've never experienced the serene beauty of the Wilmore
Reservoir before, be prepared to be pleasantly surprised. Recently
acquired by the Cambria Somerset Authority, this 195 acre dam has
been opened for public use and offers a variety of recreational
activities including hunting, fishing, boating, and hiking. There
have been many improvements during the past year such as new picnic
pavilions, a boat launch, and restrooms. All have been added in a
way that preserve and enhance the wonderful scenery around this
dam.
You can now access the East Recreation Area by entering through
Patrick Road in Munster Township. Once you enter Patrick Road from
Munster Road, it is about 2.9 miles until you reach the parking
area. The drive will follow a gravel road along a picturesque
mixture of fields and hillsides, turning to a dirt surface as it
begins to wind down towards the dam.
When you reach the parking area, you will find yourself in a
lovely spot equipped with picnic tables, a pavilion, and a
restroom. You can begin your hike by following the trail that exits
the parking area just behind the pavilion. The cache is hidden in
an obvious place just off the trail. There's a bonus prize for the
"first to find". Good Luck!