Laurel Highlands Scenic Byway
Traverses southwestern Pennsylvania's highest mountain ridge. Winds along the Youghiogheny River rapids at Ohiopyle, past Frank Lloyd Wright's Fallingwater, and crests Laurel Ridge with steep switchbacks and mountain laurel blooms.
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Dramatic 19th-century mountain water gap where the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers roar together through towering slate cliffs. A timeless historic enclave filled with Civil War lore, John Brown's fort, and red-brick armory buildings nestled in the shadow of Maryland Heights.
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How many curves and miles is Laurel Highlands Scenic Byway? ▼
Laurel Highlands Scenic Byway spans 36 miles and packs approximately 110 curves (3.1 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 1,150 ft - 2,740 ft (Laurel Ridge Summit) and technical rating 7/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Ohiopyle State Park, PA (Latitude 39.8701, Longitude -79.4939) and finishes at Ligonier, PA (Latitude 40.2442, Longitude -79.2375).
How can I download the GPX file for GPS navigation? ▼
Click the "Download Free GPX" button on this guide. The standard XML file is 100% free and ready to load into Garmin zūmo, BMW Motorrad Connected, Rever, Scenic, or Google Maps.