Darlington in Beaver County, Pennsylvania — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
North Country Trail Town - Darlington
The blue-blazed road walk into Darlington from the northeast is via a six mile hike from the Wampum, PA area on Rt. 168. The trail passes through the area of the Big Beaver Wetlands Project and the town of New Galilee, PA. Heading west out of town, the trail crosses the North Fork of Little Beaver Creek, and enters the woods. From there the trail stretches 10 miles over scenic hills and valleys, through the State Game Lands 285 on into Ohio.
State Game Land 285
Multiple trail heads provide access to this habitat for hunting, hiking, geocaching, and much more!
Watt's Mill
This mill was unique in design because its water wheel laid on its side and was well regarded because of the quality of its buckwheat flout became known as Wate's Millin 1840 when Foulke's passed away by fire in January of 1915 after being struck by lightning.
Hippie Bridge
This bridge was rehabilitated by the Pennsylvania Game Commission in 2013 and now provides a safe crossing of the North Fork Little Beaver Creek. An access parking lot off Cannelton Road will lead you back on a spur trail to the bridge and the North Country Trail.
Indian Rock
Located atop Painter's Knob, is a mysterious carved stone. There are many theories for the origin of the rock...hike to the top of the hill, take a look, and offer your own theory.
North Fork Little Beaver Creek
The North Fork represents some of the most rugged & wildest land in Ohio/PA. This stream is home of the endangered hell bender salamander and retains its original aquatic community. From ridges topping over 200 feet, there are breathtaking views of the valley's below.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Notable Places. A significant historical month for this entry is January 1915.
Location. 40° 48.607′ N, 80° 25.388′ W. Marker is in Darlington, Pennsylvania, in Beaver County. Marker is at the intersection of Market Street and 3rd Street, on the right when traveling north on Market Street. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 709 Market St, Darlington PA 16115, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Darlington Borough (here, next to this marker); Sandstone Walk (a few steps from this marker); Greersburg Academy (a few steps from this marker); Boulder (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Greersburg Academy (within shouting distance of this marker); For God And Country (within shouting distance of this marker); Remembering (within shouting distance of this marker); Daniel Leasure (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Darlington.
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