moderate
3–5 hours
Participants should have a moderate fitness level with the ability to bike and paddle for several hours.
Join Pine Creek Outfitters for the Slate Run Afternoon Pick Up, a blend of biking and boating adventures along Pennsylvania’s scenic Pine Creek Rail Trail. Enjoy exceptional hospitality, shuttle services, and beautiful nature any day of the year.
4:45pm Pick Up | Reservation Required
Experience the thrill of adventure at Slate Run, where biking and boating meet the scenic Pine Creek Rail Trail. Enjoy excellent hospitality and food while taking advantage of convenient shuttle services to your preferred trailhead. Embrace the outdoors, rain or shine, and create unforgettable memories in nature.
Slate Run 26 miles Boating 28 miles Biking 39 miles Driving (from Ansonia)
Slate Run is a biking and boating access for Pine Creek and the Pine Creek Rail Trail. With great options for hospitality and food, Slate Run is an ideal finish location for all trips.
$40/ person ($80 min)
Afternoon pick-up 4:45 pm at Slate Run Recreational Parking. We will meet you there and shuttle you and your gear to PCO (or your preferred trailhead).
Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to shuttle time.
GPS Coordinates: 41.471282,-77.502524
There is no such thing as bad weather- just bad gear.
There is a non-refundable $10 per person deposit.
-Customers will only be issued a refund with 48 hour notice (minus $10/ person plus processing fees). -Customers with less than 48 hour notice will not receive a refund.
Book your shuttle pick-up in advance to secure your preferred trailhead and time slot.
The adventure runs rain or shine, so pack a waterproof jacket or sun protection depending on the forecast.
Carry water during your bike or boat trip to stay refreshed, especially during summer months.
Stay on marked trails and keep a respectful distance from wildlife to preserve the area's natural beauty.
The Pine Creek Rail Trail follows a historic railway corridor that once supported lumber transport, now transformed into a scenic multi-use trail.
Efforts are ongoing to maintain the trail's natural habitat through controlled trail usage and educating visitors on Leave No Trace principles.
Protects your head during biking segments for safety.
Stays hydrated during active outdoor adventure.
Keeps you dry in spring rains or unexpected showers.
spring specific
Protects your skin from strong summer sun exposure.
summer specific