Pennsylvania · Hiking

Scout Loop Hiking

2.4 mi
loop
102 ft
climb
1,705 ft
high point
Loop
route
Jul–Sep
best months

Is Scout Loop Hiking open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Allegheny National Forest. It doesn't name Scout Loop Hiking, so check the source for the area it covers (3 listed).

As of · Source: USFS · Allegheny National Forest. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Scout Loop Hiking is an easy 2.35-mile loop trail in the Marienville Ranger District of Allegheny National Forest in Pennsylvania, managed by the Forest Service. The trail is a loop that stays close to its low point of about 1,585 feet, rising to about 1,705 feet with a total gain of 102 feet. The steepest stretch comes near the 0.9-mile mark at a grade of about 9 percent. The route is not accessible, and horses and bikes are not allowed. Late spring through early fall is the most comfortable stretch. Typical averages from a nearby weather station in Ridgway show highs around 70°F in May and 74°F in September, with July warming to about 81°F. Several other loops sit close by, including Hemlock Loop Hiking at 0.2 miles and Elk Loop Hiking at 0.4 miles. Red Mill Campground, about 5 miles away, offers a base for supplies and a place to stay.

  • Best time to go · Jul–Sep

    Best time to visit Scout Loop Hiking

    Best months: July–September. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      34° / 16°

      17 wet · 9 snow

    2. Feb

      37° / 16°

      14 wet · 8 snow

    3. Mar

      45° / 23°

      14 wet · 5 snow

    4. Apr

      59° / 33°

      14 wet · 1 snow

    5. May

      70° / 43°

      15 wet

    6. Jun

      77° / 52°

      13 wet

    7. Jul

      81° / 57°

      12 wet

    8. Aug

      80° / 55°

      11 wet

    9. Sep

      74° / 49°

      11 wet

    10. Oct

      62° / 38°

      14 wet

    11. Nov

      49° / 30°

      14 wet · 2 snow

    12. Dec

      38° / 23°

      17 wet · 6 snow

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Ridgway, PA, 2.1 mi away at 1,360 ft. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.