Bilger’s Rocks features caves, cliffs and more

By Andy Stine

astine@altoonamirror.com

GRAMPIAN — In between Curwensville and Grampian lies one of Clearfield County’s hidden treasures in Bilger’s Rocks, a park that was formed in 1988. The park features caves, cliffs, passageways and hiking routes which are estimated to be between 316- and 320-million years old. The surrounding area is intricately laced with hills, mountains and river valleys that generally follow the Appalachian mountain range in a northwest to southeast direction.

The park directly above the rocks features pavilions, a playground, concession stand, picnic tables, camping and recreation center, and an open-air stage — all open to the public. The Bilger’s Rocks visitors center is directly across the road from the park.

One of the best features of the park is the over 10 miles of hiking trails available to visitors. Some trails travel across privately owned lands, while others follow along streams or through hardwood forests.

The Bilger’s Rocks Association is a volunteer, private nonprofit organization that functions in stewardship of this geological wonder, and the surrounding forest/park complex.

This unique site is not a government entity and as such does not have direct funds channeled to use for upkeep. Instead, contributions and donations are the sole source of ongoing maintenance and providing open access to visitors and the community.

Area residents and visitors alike are invited to join the association and support its efforts to preserve and maintain Bilger’s Rocks. In addition, people are invited to purchase an acre tract of land. By doing so, the purchaser’s name will be inscribed on a plaque and erected on the memorial wall for viewing of present and future generations, according to a sign erected by the association at the site.

The park is open daily from dusk until dawn. Visit the park’s website at thebilgerrocks.com or visit their Facebook page at Bilger’s Rocks Association for more information.