A National Recreation Trail named for a local conservationist; the trail is a delightful 3.1-mile (5k) urban trail on the east end of the City of Johnstown. Following the Stonycreek River, the trail begins in the neighborhood of Riverside on Michigan Ave. and ends in the Hornerstown neighborhood on Messenger St., near Sandyvale Memorial Gardens & Conservancy.

This trail offers beautiful views of the river, abundant birdlife and wildflowers, picturesque Buttermilk Falls and serenity within an urban setting. One of its best features is the 50-foot Buttermilk Falls, located about 0.7 miles from the Riverside trailhead. The Riverswalk is nearly level, and its surface is groomed and easily ridden or walked.

For more trail access, see website.

Part of the Trans Allegheny Trails

Hiking Information:

Rating: Easy
Length: 1.7 miles
Time: 1.5-2.0 hours