Saint Raphael Trail

Saint Raphael Trail is a short, easy mountain biking ride in Oak Hollow Park in western Pennsylvania. It's an out-and-back route of about 0.4 miles with a total elevation gain of 158 feet, which makes it a quick way to add a little climb to a park visit. The trail begins and ends at nearly the same level, with a low point of 957 feet and a high of 1059 feet. The steepest part comes early, around 0.11 miles in, with a grade of about 10 percent. Because the route is so short and the elevation change is small, it pairs well with other trails in the park. For timing, September is typically the most comfortable month, with highs around 77°F and lows near 55°F, according to typical averages from a nearby weather station. October is similar, with highs near 65°F. The trail sits among several other routes. Abbey Trail and Pond Loop are each about 0.1 mile away, and Shelby Trail is about 0.2 mile away. Dickson Trail, a hike, is also about 0.1 mile off.