Trailhead at Sideling Hill Service Plaza
Coming Fall 2025! Soon, you’ll be able to turn a trip on the Turnpike into an outdoor adventure. Our trailhead will offer access to 600+ miles of recreational trails, a picnic area, a bike wash station, as well as the following:
- Expanded parking areas.
- Pavilion with seating
- Wayfinding signage
- Bike racks
- Secure, well-lit walkway
Learn more about the Sideling Hill Trailhead
Amenities such as restrooms, meals, and drinks are all located within a short walking distance to the Trailhead, making your trip comfortable and accessible to all. Enjoy the freedom of exploring the outdoors while not having to worry about the best place to rest and refuel afterwards.
Parking at the Trailhead has been expanded to provide more room and amenities for outdoor enthusiasts looking for new and exciting outdoor pursuits. Visiting this part of the Commonwealth helps support local municipalities and increases awareness of the vast outdoor pursuits available in this region.
The Sideling Hill Trailhead not only provides services and amenities to Turnpike customers, but also other guests traveling to the trailhead from an off-Pike location. The walking path that connects the trailhead to the Service Plaza allows seamless use of the Trailhead amenities by all visitors.
This location provides access to over 600 miles of recreational trails within a 25-mile radius including the TOPP Trail, Buchanan State Forest, Bicycle PA Route S, and Raystown Lake. Explore PA with easy access to trails and sights along the Turnpike with added comfort and style found at the Sideling Hill Service Plaza.