Mountain Laurel Driving Tour
In the 1933 Governor Gifford Pinchot named mountain laurel Pennsylvania’s State Flower. Its beautiful pink and white flowers attract visitors to the mountains of Pennsylvania each spring. The Backwoods, Backroads, Backwaters is host to many miles of the state flower and we would like to share some of our favorite spots. Don’t forget your camera, although the picturesque memory will be imprinted in your thoughts for an eternity.
Laurel Tour #1
From Clearfield, travel north on Rt.153 to the Dubee Rd, intersection, Turn left onto Dubec Rd; travel past the intersection with Schofield Rd. Turn right onto Kelly Cellar Rd. to the intersection with Gordon and Jury Mill Roads. Turn right onto Jury Mill Rd. and follow through to intersection with Smith RD, Turn le61 on Smith Wd. and return to Rt. 153-
Laurel Tour #2
From Parker Dam, follow Mud Run Rd, (Parker Dam Rd,) west to intersection with Laurel Ridge Rd, Turn right onto Laurel Ridge Rd. and follow through to Laurel Run Rd. intersection. Turn right onto Laurel Run Rd. and follow to intersection with Harley Dean Rd. Follow Harley Dean Rd. to intersection with Four Mile Rd. Turn left on Four Mile Rd. and follow signs to McGeorge Rd. and south to the town of Goshen.
Laurel Tour #3
From Clearfield, follow Rt. 153 North to intersection with Four Mile Rd. Turn right onto Four Mile Rd. and follow to intersection McGeorge Rd. Turn right on McGeorge Rd. and follow it to the town of Goshen.
There are many additional places to hike, bike and boat to see the laurel as well. The Visit Clearfield County staff would be more than happy to suggest our favorite places.
The month of June is the best time to see the laurel in bloom. It is a great time to see the wildlife offspring as well. The fawn is trying to get a sweet treat, the turkey is spreading its wings and many other creatures are familiarizing themselves with their surroundings.