Pennsylvania's known for its beautiful landscape and unique natural wonders - like Balanced Rock and Bilger's Rocks. However, there are a few wonders - manmade and natural - that are perhaps best known for their likeness to more famous landmarks. The Dauphin Statue of Liberty, for example, was erected in honor of its New York namesake, and many call Pine Creek Gorge the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania. Did you know there's also a natural wonder in Pennsylvania that's named after the White Cliffs of Dover in England?
A short 1.5-mile trail sits between you and the White Cliffs of Conoy, a unique geological marvel in Marietta. However, your adventure begins when you slide into a parking spot at Koser Park.
Look for the nearby Bainbridge Trailhead, which will lead you along a winding path and straight to the White Cliffs of Conoy which, until a few years ago, were closed off to the public.
Don't forget your camera because the path to the cliffs is brimming with fascinating scenery - abandoned buildings, railroad tracks, and lush green.
You're traveling through an area that once, during the 1800s, housed a quarry. That quarry, in fact, is the reason for the existence of the White Cliffs of Conoy.
It was a regular practice for companies to dump their dolomite waste and limestone into the nearby Susquehanna River. Over time, that material built up, creating what today are majestic white cliffs.
The sheer size of these naturally-formed cliffs is impressive. They sit perched 60 feet above the water and measure 375 feet wide and 270 feet deep.
For many years, the cliffs were off-limits to the public. Today, you'll still see protective barriers keeping you from the edge of the cliffs. Stay behind them for your own safety.
Even behind them, you'll be treated to sensational views of the Susquehanna River, especially at sunset.
If you plan to visit, make sure you take a few precautions. Wear sturdy shoes, for example, and keep an eye on your children and/or pets. There are steep drop-offs that are a danger to everyone.
Only foot traffic is permitted on this geological wonder in Pennsylvania. Bikes and motorized vehicles are prohibited.
Have you been to this natural wonder in Pennsylvania? What did you think? Share your experience in the comments! When you're ready for your next adventure, check out these 12 hidden gems in Pennsylvania - one for each month of the year.
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